Exeter/25/1194/TPO

Location

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Proposal

Front Garden Area of 205, Exwick Road ( Roadside)T1 -1x Mature Japanese Pagoda Tree (Sophora Japonica) - Part Crown Reduce the eastern aspect of the tree (which overhangs the road) by removing approx. 2.0 metres from branch tips while retaining the main framework & shape of the crown & therefore a high proportion of the foliage bearing structure. Reduce the lowest southerly & Northern lateral branch (above Exwick Road) by removing approximately 2.0 metres from branch tips from 13.0 metres to approximately 11.0 metres. All pruning cuts to be made at suitable growth points. Pruning wounds shall not exceed 50 mm in diameter.All works carried out to BS 39982010 Tree Works Recommendations.The proposed works are required to manage the size and spread of the mature Japanese Pagoda Tree (Sophora japonica) in order to maintain safe clearance above Exwick Road and to reduce the risk of branch encroachment into the highway. The selective crown reduction to the eastern aspect and targeted reduction of the lowest lateral branches will alleviate excessive overhang, improve highway safety for vehicles and pedestrians, and lessen the risk of damage to high-sided vehicles.The extent of reduction has been carefully specified to retain the trees main framework and natural shape, while preserving a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure. The works are therefore considered necessary for safety and management reasons, whilst being proportionate and sympathetic to the health, form, and long-term retention of the tree.

Key dates

1. Received 2 Sept 2025
2. Validated 2 Sept 2025
3. Started 2 Sept 2025
4. Decided 3 Oct 2025

Planning history / related applications

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