Tree Felling and Installation Plans
Several tree works and property changes have been proposed in Southampton, including plans to chop down two lime trees and install a new building sign.
- Two lime trees on Darwin Road are to be removed to as low as possible according to the proposal submitted on July 14.
- A non-illuminated fascia sign is planned for installation on a building in Southampton at 30 Carlton Crescent.
- A proposal to fell a silver birch tree in Southampton is awaiting a decision.
Tree Reduction and Crown Pruning Proposals
A Southampton resident has applied to reduce an oak tree’s crown by three to four metres, and the application includes reducing the overhang to 62 Edelvale Road. The proposal for the oak tree at 9 Vinebank is currently awaiting a decision from the council.
Tree Preservation Order Application
A tree preservation order application has been submitted, excluding one tree, for 57 Westwood Mansions, Southampton. The application was validated on July 14 and the status is currently awaiting a decision.
Proposed Changes
The proposed changes include:
- Chopping down two lime trees in Southampton.
- Installing a new building sign on a building in Southampton.
- Reducing an oak tree’s crown by three to four metres.
- Reducing the overhang of the oak tree to 62 Edelvale Road.
- Excluding one tree from a tree preservation order application.
Table of Proposals
| Proposal | Location | Decision Status |
|---|---|---|
| Remove lime trees | 12 – 14 Darwin Road | Pending |
| Non-illuminated fascia sign | 30 Carlton Crescent | Pending |
| Reduce oak tree’s crown | 9 Vinebank | Pending |
| Tree preservation order | 57 Westwood Mansions | Pending |
| Fell silver birch tree | 1 Sutherland Road | Awaiting Decision |
Quoted Statement
The council is currently reviewing all the proposals and will make a decision based on the relevant criteria.
Definition of Key Terms
A tree felling is the process of cutting down a tree, typically for the purpose of removing it from a location.
Crown pruning is the process of pruning the branches and foliage of a tree to maintain its shape and promote healthy growth.
A tree preservation order is a legal order that protects a tree from being removed or damaged.
Conclusion
The proposals for tree works and property changes in Southampton are currently awaiting a decision from the council. The council will review all the proposals and make a decision based on the relevant criteria. The outcome of the proposals will have a significant impact on the environment and the local community.
