Proposal to fell a cherry tree, reduce the crown of a sycamore tree, and reduce the height and lateral spread of a yew tree.

Full Proposal

T63 Cherry. Fell. The cherry tree is in decline, with one of the co-dominant stems now dead. The remaining crown has become overextended, and several branches are in direct contact with the adjacent building. Justification While it would be possible to reduce the crown to provide clearance, the extent of pruning required would be significant and would result in a poor, unbalanced appearance due to the tree's previous history of inappropriate pruning. Such works would not represent good arboricultural practice and are unlikely to provide a sustainable long-term solution. Given the tree's declining condition, the dead co-dominant stem, its proximity to the building, and the limited scope for sympathetic pruning, removal of the tree is recommended. T41 Sycamore, having experienced two recent branch failures. It is located at the base of a bank, adjacent to a busy public footpath and near other mature trees. Justification The crown contains mostly elongated, overextended lateral branches with a leggy form, which are considered to have contributed to the recent branch failures. To reduce the likelihood of further failures and improve the tree's structural integrity, it is proposed to reduce the affected overextended branches by up to 4m. Pruning cuts will not exceed 55mm in stem diameter and all works will be undertaken in accordance with BS 3998(2010) ? Tree Work Recommendations, retaining the tree's natural form and amenity value while reducing end-weight on the elongated limbs. T55 Yew Reduce the height of the yew by no more than 2.5m (approximately 20% of the crown height) and reduce the lateral canopy spread by up to 2 metres to re-establish a compact, well-balanced crown and provide a sustainable framework for future management. Justification The tree has developed an overextended crown with elongated branch growth beyond its natural form. The proposed reduction will restore a more compact and proportionate canopy, reducing leverage on extended limbs while