Sherwood Court Highwood Close London Southwark SE22 8NL

Under consideration/assessment 26/AP/0814
Council
Date received
20 Mar 2026
Date validated
23 Mar 2026
Postcode
SE22 8NL

Description

T1 Fraxinus excelsior (Ash) - Felling to Ground Level Carry out the removal of the Fraxinus excelsior by felling to ground level. The tree is exhibiting multiple fungal fruiting bodies, indicating decay within the structure. Works shall be undertaken carefully to manage any compromised timber and ensure safe removal without damage to surrounding areas. T2 Tilia spp. (Lime) - Crown Reduction and Epicormic Removal Carry out a crown reduction of the Tilia by approximately 2.5 metres in height. Works shall include the removal of epicormic growth from the main stem and lower crown. Branches shall be selectively shortened to suitable secondary growth points to maintain a balanced and natural canopy structure. T3 Aesculus hippocastanum (Large Horse Chestnut) - Crown Reduction Carry out a crown reduction of the large Aesculus hippocastanum by approximately 2.5 metres in height and 1.5 metres in lateral spread. Works shall comprise selectively shortening branches to suitable secondary growth points to reduce canopy size whilst maintaining structural integrity and a balanced crown. T4 Aesculus hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) - Crown Reduction Carry out a crown reduction of the Aesculus hippocastanum by approximately 2.5 metres in height and 1.5 metres in lateral spread. Works shall involve selectively shortening branch lengths to suitable pruning points to maintain a natural form and balanced canopy

Southwark
Planning Authority Score
7.3/10
Good
#47 of 292 councils
Relevant to this application:
Householder decisions

Southwark is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #43 out of 292. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (95%) than the national average (90%).

Faster than most councils
for householder decisions
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Southwark decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
91%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #105 of 292
95%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #87 of 292
80%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (64%) #43 of 292
36%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #111 of 292
92%
Minor dwellings approved
263 decided (1-9 homes)
70%
Major dwellings approved
10 decided (10+ homes)
78%
Change of use approved
36 decided
1,589
Total decisions
137 refused in 2025