60 Hamilton Crescent Warley Essex CM14 5ES

Approved 26/00025/TPO
Council
Date received
12 Jan 2026
Date validated
12 Jan 2026
Postcode
CM14 5ES

Description

Tree Species - Oak (Quercus species). Proposed Works - Crown reduction of the Oak tree by up to 3 metres, pruning back to previous pruning points where visible and to suitable growth points in accordance with BS3998: Tree Work -Recommendations. The overall shape and natural form of the tree will be retained. Reason for Works - The Oak has significantly outgrown the space in which it is situated and is now producing large volumes of deadwood and debris. Substantial pieces of material have been dropping from the canopy. The tree is located directly above an area regularly used by a young family, including small children, and there is growing concern for their safety when using the garden and outdoor space beneath the tree. The proposed reduction is intended to: Manage the size of the tree in relation to its surroundings. Reduce the risk of falling debris. Improve safety for occupants and children using the area below. Maintain the long-term health and structural integrity of the tree. The works are considered reasonable, proportionate, and necessary for safety while retaining the tree as a valuable landscape feature TPO26/2000

Brentwood
Planning Authority Score
0.9/10
Poor
#289 of 292 councils
Relevant to this application:
Householder decisions

Brentwood is one of the slowest councils in England for householder decisions, ranking #274 out of 292. The council extends the time limit on 67% of applications - one of the highest rates in England. Expect your application to take longer than the standard deadline. Householder applications are slightly less likely to be approved here (85%) than the national average (90%).

Among the slowest councils in England
for householder decisions
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Brentwood decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
83%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #230 of 292
85%
Householder approved
Below avg (90%) #242 of 292
36%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (64%) #274 of 292
67%
Extended time limit
Above avg (40%) #279 of 292
79%
Minor dwellings approved
100 decided (1-9 homes)
70%
Major dwellings approved
10 decided (10+ homes)
82%
Change of use approved
17 decided
742
Total decisions
124 refused in 2025