Agenda item

7.1

The Director of Regeneration and Development Services submitted a report outlining his response to the objections received to Tree Preservation Order No.393 which had been made on 12 June, 2014 in respect of a tree on land at 2a Kingsley Park Grove. The report stated that the Order had been made as the tree, which was located in the front garden, was at risk due to a proposed development in the rear garden of 186 Millhouses Lane, in view of the level of excavation required within the tree’s root protection area.

7.2

It was considered that the tree had substantial visual amenity value and contributed significantly to the character of a leafy area of the city.  The tree was also highly visible from surrounding housing and commanded a prominent position in the street.

7.3

The Order and Tree Evaluation Method For Preservation Orders was attached as appendices to the report now submitted.

7.4

The Committee heard representations from an objector speaking against the Order.

7.5

RESOLVED:  That following consideration of the objections, as now reported, Tree Preservation Order No. 393 on land at 2a Kingsley Park Grove be confirmed unmodified.