Decision

The Planning Committee has decided to approve the confirmation of a Tree Preservation Order for Woodland (W1), protecting all species of trees and saplings.

Analysis

outcome: The decision was approved, confirming the Tree Preservation Order ORD/22/00002 with amendments that include all trees and saplings of all species.

summary: The decision involves the confirmation of a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) for an area designated as Woodland (W1), which aims to protect all trees and saplings of all species within that area.

topline: The Planning Committee has decided to approve the confirmation of a Tree Preservation Order for Woodland (W1), protecting all species of trees and saplings.

reason_contentious: The issue may be contentious due to potential conflicts between environmental protection goals and the interests of developers, property owners, or other parties who may be restricted by the TPO from managing or developing the land.

affected_stakeholders: Local residents, environmental groups, property owners, developers, and the local government are stakeholders affected by this decision.

contentiousness_score: This score can vary depending on the specific local context, but assuming there is significant developer interest or opposition from property owners, it could be around 5 to 7.

political_party_relevance: The summary does not explicitly mention political parties or political influence, but such decisions can often have underlying political implications depending on the local council's composition and policies.

URL: https://hart.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=399

Decision Maker: Planning Committee

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: Confirmation of Tree Preservation Order (TPO) for area of Woodland (W1).   DECISION – APPROVED, the confirmation of Tree Preservation Order ORD/22/00002 subject to the amendments in the Addendum which are: All Trees of All Species including Saplings of Those Species.  

Date of Decision: April 19, 2023