7 Hambalt Road London SW4 9EA

Pending 26/01637/TCA
Council
Date received
2 Jun 2026
Date validated
2 Jun 2026
Postcode
SW4 9EA

Description

T1 Magnolia: Crown reduce by 2 to 3 metres and reshape to form a more compact and balanced crown. Justification: The Magnolia has developed an extended crown with growth encroaching into the surrounding garden space. A reduction of 2 to 3 metres is proposed to contain the tree within its available growing space, maintain a balanced and aesthetically pleasing form, and reduce shading to the garden. The proposed works are moderate in nature and appropriate for the species, retaining the tree's long term health and amenity value. T2 Purple Plum: Crown reduce by 2 to 3 metres and crown thin by approximately 20% to form a more compact spherical shape. Justification: The Purple Plum has become overly dense and has outgrown its intended position within the garden. The proposed crown reduction and thinning will reduce end weight on extended limbs, improve light penetration through the canopy, and restore a more compact and proportionate form. The works will maintain the tree at a suitable size for its location whilst preserving its visual contribution to the site. T3 Malus: Crown reduce by 1 to 2 metres back to suitable previous pruning points. Justification:The Malus has produced vigorous regrowth following previous pruning works. Reducing the crown by 1 to 2 metres back to established pruning points will maintain the tree at an appropriate size for the garden, improve crown structure, and prevent further excessive encroachment into the surrounding space. The proposed works follow good arboricultural practice and will not adversely affect the health or appearance of the tree. T4 Robinia: Crown reduce by 2 to 3 metres back to suitable previous pruning points. Justification: The Robinia has exceeded its desired size and now casts increased shade over the garden area. A crown reduction of 2 to 3 metres is proposed to manage the tree's dimensions, reduce end weight on extended branches, and maintain a safe separation from nearby garden features. The works will be undertaken

Lambeth
Planning Authority Score
2.9/10
Poor
#238 of 292 councils
Relevant to this application:
Householder decisions

Lambeth ranks #173 out of 292 councils for householder decision speed. 46% of applications have the time limit extended, above the 40% national average. Lambeth is also one of the strictest councils - it refuses more householder applications than almost any other, with only 83% approved vs 90% nationally.

One of the strictest councils
only 83% approved vs 90% nationally
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Lambeth decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
80%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #260 of 292
83%
Householder approved
Below avg (90%) #256 of 292
61%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (64%) #173 of 292
46%
Extended time limit
Above avg (40%) #194 of 292
51%
Minor dwellings approved
53 decided (1-9 homes)
88%
Major dwellings approved
8 decided (10+ homes)
40%
Change of use approved
52 decided
1,725
Total decisions
347 refused in 2025