Decision
Analysis
outcome: The recommendations to make a Provisional Tree Preservation Order were approved.
summary: The decision involves the potential felling of a mature Horse Chestnut tree in a residential area.
topline: The Chief Executive has decided to approve the making of a Provisional Tree Preservation Order for a mature Horse Chestnut tree in Havant.
reason_contentious: This issue is contentious due to the potential negative impact on the street scene and the desire to preserve the tree.
affected_stakeholders: ["Residents of St Georges Avenue", "Local environmental groups", "Council officials"]
contentiousness_score: 7
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://havant.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=732
Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose: The tree is a mature Horse Chestnut that has been traditionally managed as a pollard and the council has been informed of a wish to fell the tree. Its removal will negatively affect the street scene.
Content: The tree is a mature Horse Chestnut that has been traditionally managed as a pollard and the council has been informed of a wish to fell the tree. Its removal will negatively affect the street scene. Authorisation of the making of the Provisional Tree Preservation Order TPO/2152/2025 at 16 St Georges Avenue, Havant, PO9 2RX Subject to confirmation after 28 days consultation
Date of Decision: August 27, 2025