SE23 2UJ.

REAR/SIDE: ONE Hawthorn tree (T15) Ht 12m FELL to near ground level. REASON: The removal of a tree in serious decline. TPO Church Rise- The Apostles Christ Church, South Road-Christ Church Chapel & Bishops Lodge 37 , Sunderland Road-Church View 1-6. DC/17/103514

BISHOPS LODGE, 37 SOUTH ROAD, LONDON, SE23 2UJ · premises record

REAR: ONE Ash (T16)(ht.18m) FELL. Reason: tree in significant decline, Innotus hispidus decay fungus black brackets clearly visible on stems, in canopy, on trunk at approx.ht.3m and fallen on the ground, Tamla Risk Report identifies multiple areas of well-established decay from Inonotus, dead branch with decay cavity at major fork at approx.ht.4m and recommends fell carefully. Tamla Trees references protection for bats. Condition for replacement TPO planting applies. REAR/SIDE: ONE Hawthorn (T15)(ht.12m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m to ht.10m, to suitable growth points, LATERAL REDUCTION by 2m from 5m to 3m. Reason: routine maintenance of mature native species developing veteran features, and enhanced ecological value. Tamla Trees reports minor dieback in upper canopy, no evidence of active fungal decay, possibly some localised decay, encourages mulching the ground around the tree clear of the stem to benefit overall tree and soil health and to emphasise this feature tree. FRONT (Sunderland Rd): THREE Lime (T1, T2, T4)(ht.15m) REDUCE HEIGHT by 5m to ht.10m to appropriate prune points, remove basal and epicormic growth. Reason: Tamla reports the trees were historically topped/pollarded, with restored canopy, some areas of decay, a robust species, the trees are relatively small in size, so prune to reduce height and wind leverage risk relative to pruning wound decay, advice to repeat crown reduce at 7-10yr intervals. The London Borough of Lewisham (Christ Church, Forest Hill SE23) Tree Preservation Order, 1993. (Area TPO) Condition: a replacement TPO tree is required for T16 with large canopy species such as: hornbeam, sessile oak, sweet chestnut, small leaved lime, Japanese Pagoda Tree (as similar foliage and canopy to ash), Indian Horse Chestnut, London plane, walnut (Juglans regia). Informative A: please retain safe standing stem of the Ash T16 and leave timber lying on site, create habitat log piles and 'dead hedges' with arisings for wildlife and biodiversity to support local nature recovery as old, declining, dead trees have more biodiversity benefits than younger trees. Informative B: the Bat Conservation Trust advises checking thoroughly for roosting bats before and during tree works with soft fell process followed to proceed with care and with cut timber left grounded over night to allow any bats to make their way out, tree works ideally during Sept/Oct to avoid maternity and hibernation seasons when bats are most vulnerable to disturbance. Informative C: for Hawthorn T15, please spread 50mm depth mulch clear of the stem to improve rooting conditions and tree health as advise in Tamla Tree Report. Informative D: huge thank you for maintaining a treed and planted setting to the Bishops Lodge for amenity, wildlife and environmental benefits and where space allows additional planting of trees, shrubs, perennials, climbers, and a reduced mowing regime is encouraged.

BISHOPS LODGE, 37 SOUTH ROAD, LONDON, SE23 2UJ · premises record

FRONT: THREE Lime trees (T1, T2 & T4) CROWN REDUCTION ht by 3m from 15m to12m, Spread by 2m from 7m to 5m. Repollard where appropriate, remove epicormic & basil growt. REASON: Trees form part of roadside boundary, require routine cyclical maintenance to preserve their structural integrity, amenity value and safe clearance from nearby roads and buildings. REAR: ONE Common Hawthorn tree (T15) FELL to ground level. REASON: Tree shows signs of significant dieback and is in late maturity. A large cavity is present at the base, & included bark at key unions compromises structural cohesion. Tree has developed pronounced lean; displays poor form overall. Given its declining condition & location adjacent to pedestrian & vehicular access, removal is considered appropriate on safety & arboricultural grounds. ONE Ash tree (T16) FELL to ground level. REASON: Tree exhibits advanced signs of physiological & structural decline. Multiple fungal fruiting bodies consistent with Inonotus hispidus are present at the base & within the crown, indicating internal decay. A visible cavity is noted at the main union, compromising structural integrity. The tree has poor overall form & is assessed to pose a medium-term safety risk. Removal is proposed to prevent potential failure in a location of public use & allow for possible replanting with a more suitable long-lived species. TPO DC/17/103514

BISHOPS LODGE, 37 SOUTH ROAD, LONDON, SE23 2UJ · premises record

Tree are Located within The Vicarage in South Road this Area is Protected within A1 of an 1993 Area Order:- ONE Ash (T1 on the Accompanying Plan) FELL and RE-PLANT & ONE Poplar (T2 on the Accompanying Plan) FELL and RE-PLANT.

37 SOUTH ROAD, LONDON, SE23 2UJ · premises record