Planning Application

What this application is

This is a Section 211 notice for removal to a willow tree in a conservation area in Bromsgrove and Redditch. The council has six weeks to consider whether the tree warrants a full Tree Preservation Order before work can go ahead.

Trees in a conservation area with a trunk diameter over 75mm are automatically protected. A Section 211 notice gives the council six weeks to decide whether to make a Tree Preservation Order before work can proceed.

The applicant's own description is: Willow tree planted 9 years ago in the corner of front garden was situated badly. Remove completely as it is growing too close to over head cables and potentially causing damage with roots to neighbours gates, road surf…. The application was received by Bromsgrove District and Redditch Borough Council on 25 February 2026 and is currently marked pending consideration on the council register — see what that status means.

If you want to respond

You can submit an objection asking the council to make a TPO if you feel the tree contributes meaningfully to the character of the conservation area.

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