Planning Application
TPO26/019
TPO work · Bromsgrove and Redditch
Application Details
What this application is
This TPO application concerns a oak tree in Bromsgrove and Redditch and proposes crown reduction. The council will assess the impact on public amenity and the tree's health before deciding whether to consent, refuse, or grant with a lighter specification.
Trees protected by a Tree Preservation Order cannot be pruned, reduced or felled without written consent from the council. This application is a request for that consent, usually because the tree is close to a property, showing signs of decline, or in need of routine crown management.
The applicant's own description is: The oak is a large, mature specimen approximately 20 metres in height, with an overall crown spread of approximately 8 metres on the southern aspect. Proposed Works: Reduce the overall height of the tree by approximatel….
The application was received by Bromsgrove District and Redditch Borough Council on 16 February 2026 and is currently marked pending consideration on the council register — see what that status means
If you want to respond
Neighbours are formally notified only for trees inside a conservation area, but anyone can comment during the consultation window. Comments should focus on the tree's amenity value, health, or the impact of the proposed work — not the identity of the owner.