12 Locks Hill, Torquay, TQ1 3TT

G1 Sycamore group, within tree belt adjacent to cafe. Running between Red Maple and finished around the Spruce. Sycamores to be re - pollared to approx a finished height of around 6m from ground level. pre pruning dimensions: h. 12m average w. 4-5m post pruning dimensions: h. 6m average w. 4-5m

Variation of Condition relating to application P/2025/0650: Demolition of raised timber deck and construction of single-storey extension to rear with roof terrace over. Construction of external swimming pool and associated landscaping works. Condition: P1 - Approved Plans. Amendments sought: design and layout amendments including removal of connecting stair to ground level and alterations to door openings.

Lime Tree - Trunk 1 - SW side. General crown reduction 20% with selective additional thinning of any significant lateral branches that overhang Wellswood footpath. Trunk 2 - Self felled. To be cleared and logged. Trunk 3 - Central trunk - General crown reduction 25% to reduce wind exposure - See photo showing early sign of fungal infection following close/adjoined growth with Trunk 2. Requires therefore regular monitoring with possible future decision to top/fell. Trunk 4 - East/North East Growth. Evident disturbance to it's root system or surface uplift from the failure of trunk 2. - General crown reduction 20%. In this case "crown" is mainly lateral plus selective lateral (horizonal) reduction of some heavier branches to reduce risk of leverage load.