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T1. Robinia Tree ? Lateral Spread Reduction and Canopy Thinning The Robinia, while not yet fully mature, is exhibiting characteristics that necessitate preemptive management to avoid long-term structural and environmental issues. The current canopy significantly suppresses light access within the small garden. Lateral Spread Reduction: Cutting back the lateral spread all around will minimise the above-head canopy, ensuring the space remains usable while maintaining the tree?s structural integrity. This is a crucial consideration for small urban gardens, where every square meter of sunlight access impacts the usability and enjoyment of outdoor space. Reduction of Suppression on Garden: The Robinia's dominance is limiting plant growth and creating a dense, shaded environment. A slight reduction will allow for a more balanced ecological environment. Canopy Thinning: By selectively removing internal growth, the tree can be sensitively pruned to increase light penetration while maintaining its overall shape and health. Thinning will also mitigate wind resistance, reducing the risk of structural failure during storms. Conclusion The proposed works are a proportionate and measured response to the growing suppression of light and encroachment within a small, confined garden space.They align with best arboricultural practices by ensuring: Minimal intervention with maximal benefit for both the garden and trees. The preservation of tree health while enhancing environmental harmony. A long-term sustainable balance between natural growth and the needs of the property occupants. We respectfully submit that the proposed works should be granted permission in full to ensure the ongoing viability of the garden while preserving the health of the trees involved.

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TPO No. 505, 2023, T2 Sycamore (Rear Boundary) Reduce overhanging lateral branches by up to 1 metre where they extend over the neighbouring Robinia. Reason: To alleviate minor canopy conflict, improve light to a small garden, and support the health of the adjacent Robinia tree.

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Both T1, known as False Acacia, and T2, classified as Sycamore, are protected under Tree Preservation Order (TPO) 505, 2024. Consequently, the Council has withdrawn the six-week S.211 notice for tree work in the Conservation Area. It is essential to submit a formal application for any tree works involving trees protected by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO).

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T1 Robinia: Crown reduce by 2-3m from the height and width Reason: Routine maintenance T2 Neighbours Robinia: Reduce the lateral spread by 2-3m - NO 4 ALBERT SQUARE Reason: To improve light to garden, and mitigate further shading as tree has not yet reached maturity TPO 505 Severed on T1 and T2 False Acacia (Robinia pseudoacacia)

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Back Garden: T0008nt Maple FELL.

4 Albert Square London Lambeth SW8 1BU · premises record

Photinia Red Robin- Crown lift tree highway and street lamp clearance to 2.5 meters over footpath. Morus- Severance of Ivy to 2 meters - Exempt works. Prunus- Severance of Ivy to 2 meters. Exempt Works Photinia red robin is considered to be a shrub by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS). Given, this the Council normally considered that it is NOT necessary to submit a S.211 Notice of tree works in a Conservation Area for plant considered a shrub by the RHS.

1 Albert Square London Lambeth SW8 1BU · premises record

T1: x1 tree located in the rear garden. Suggested work -reduce by 2-3m over No5 back to boundary. Reason - to improve light and supression on garden and mitigate further encroachment. G1: Leylandii Hedge, located in the rear garden. Suggested work - reduce the height by approx. 3/4m to contain the hedge.

5 Albert Square London Lambeth SW8 1BU · premises record

To remove 1 x Robinia tree to rear of property.

1 Albert Square London Lambeth SW8 1BU · premises record

1 x Robinia tree (T0248) - remove.

3 Albert Square London Lambeth SW8 1BU · premises record

Work to front light well (lower ground floor) including replacement of 1x existing window with 1x painted timber framed door in the side wall, replacement of 1x existing door with 1x new 4-panel glazed timber framed door and replacement of existing metal guarding with pre-cast balusters. Internal alterations to repair the decorative cornice in the ground floor reception room. (Please note: The reference number for this Listed Building Consent application is 21/02269/LB but there is also an associated application for Full Planning Permission related to these works with reference number: 21/02268/FUL)

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