115 Elgin Avenue London W9 2NR

Pending 26/02697/TCA
Date received
23 Apr 2026
Date validated
23 Apr 2026
Postcode
W9 2NR

Description

T1: Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) - Carry out a cyclical crown management operation by removing approximately 7-8 years of regrowth back to the previous established pollard points (re-pollarding). The works will reinstate the original pollard framework and manage overall crown size. All pruning cuts will be made at appropriate positions to maintain structural integrity and promote healthy, sustainable regrowth. The works will be undertaken sympathetically to retain crown continuity and minimise physiological stress. All works to be undertaken by competent arborists, with appropriate safety measures in place. All arisings to be cleared and removed from site on completion. All works to be carried out in accordance with BS39982010 - Tree Work Recommendations. Reason for works: General tree maintenance - To allow more light into the property

Westminster
Planning Authority Score
3.7/10
Below average
#209 of 292 councils
Relevant to this application:
Householder decisions

Westminster is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #227 out of 292. Only 27% of applications have the time limit extended, well below the 40% national average - the council usually decides on time. Westminster is also one of the strictest councils - it refuses more householder applications than almost any other, with only 79% approved vs 90% nationally.

One of the strictest councils
only 79% approved vs 90% nationally
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Westminster decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
86%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #200 of 292
79%
Householder approved
Below avg (90%) #279 of 292
53%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (64%) #227 of 292
27%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #43 of 292
86%
Minor dwellings approved
14 decided (1-9 homes)
67%
Major dwellings approved
3 decided (10+ homes)
86%
Change of use approved
140 decided
4,828
Total decisions
669 refused in 2025