7.01 - Objection to TPO/11/2011: Cowden Cross House, Hartfield Road, Cowden

The Committee noted that the Order related to a Plane tree and two Oak trees situated at Cowden Cross House, Hartfield Road, Cowden.

Members were advised that the objection had been received from the neighbours. They felt that the amenity value of the trees had been overstated because the trees were set back a long distance from a fast road and were screened by other vegetation. The canopy was also too large.

The Officer felt there was a clear amenity value to the trees and pruning works could reduce the size of the canopy.

Resolved:      That the Tree Preservation Order No. 11 of 2011 be confirmed without amendments.

7.02 - Objection to TPO/15/2011: Manor House Gardens, Edenbridge

The Committee noted that the Order related to several trees located within the estate of Manor House Gardens, Edenbridge.

Members were reminded that the order was served to replace an original order (TPO 01/1965) following a review of existing preservation orders throughout the district. The objection received referred to a tree which was already protected under the old order. The primary concern was that the relevant tree was too large and constituted a danger. No such evidence had been submitted but Officers would look favourably upon reasonable pruning works.

Resolved:      That the Tree Preservation Order No. 15 of 2011 be confirmed without amendments.