16 Woodberrow Lane Redditch Worcestershire B97 5PA

Pending TPO26/059
Council
Date received
20 Apr 2026
Date validated
6 May 2026
Postcode
B97 5PA

Description

Having sought advice from locally based tree surgeons I have been informed that the tree requires significant work. I have been informed by all that I should request from yourselves a Crown thinning, Crown reduction and Crown Lift. Removal of dead and loose branches. This request follows complaints from neighbours of damage caused to building roof due to falling branches and debris, excessive fouling of family areas by birds. The tree and general size is seriously affecting the wellbeing of 4 neighbouring addresses in addition to the applicatnts address. The tree is now over hanging livening accommodation and this is raising questions with House and Buildings Insurance policies.

Redditch
Planning Authority Score
8.8/10
Excellent
#7 of 292 councils
Relevant to this application:
Householder decisions

Redditch is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #59 out of 292. Only 24% of applications have the time limit extended, well below the 40% national average - the council usually decides on time. Householder applications are more likely to be approved here than most councils, with a 98% approval rate vs 90% nationally.

More permissive than most councils
98% approved vs 90% nationally
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Redditch decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
96%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #14 of 292
98%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #18 of 292
77%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (64%) #59 of 292
24%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #29 of 292
92%
Minor dwellings approved
13 decided (1-9 homes)
100%
Major dwellings approved
5 decided (10+ homes)
100%
Change of use approved
6 decided
159
Total decisions
6 refused in 2025