Planning Application

TPO26/093

Pending Consideration

TPO work · Bromsgrove and Redditch

Application Details

Reference
TPO26/093
Address
4 St Catherines Road Blackwell Worcestershire B60 1BN
Status
Pending Consideration
Date Received
22 June 2026
Target decision by
17 August 2026 (statutory 8-week target)
Application type
Tree Preservation Order (TPO) work
Description
T1. Large Copper Beech at front of property- it was noted that a large bough had broken off the tree on 23/05/26 and although the tree appeared to be healthy, it was noted that the bough was very large and heavy and hence the reason for falling. So recommended work is for tree branches to be cut back to points of new growth, keeping shape and tree visually aesthetic. Tree to be lifted all round, off pathway and away from street lights etc. Tree to be dead wooded, removing the smaller branches out of the tree. T2. Dying Oak tree at the front of property - to be dead wooded and cut back to point of living growth to encourage further new growth and prolong life of tree
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What this application is

Species: Copper beechWork: Deadwood removal

This TPO application concerns a copper beech tree in Bromsgrove and Redditch and proposes deadwood removal. 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: T1. Large Copper Beech at front of property- it was noted that a large bough had broken off the tree on 23/05/26 and although the tree appeared to be healthy, it was noted that the bough was very large and heavy and hen…. The application was received by Bromsgrove and Redditch on 22 June 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.

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