London plane tree proposed for 3-4m reduction in historic town centre

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Summary

A London plane tree at Edmonstone House in North Place, Cheltenham, is proposed to be reduced in size by 3 to 4 metres. The site sits in the Central protected historic area of Cheltenham, surrounded by protected old buildings. Edmonstone House itself is directly adjacent, and St Margarets Terrace — a particularly significant protected terrace — is about a minute's walk away. Tree work in a protected historic area requires the council to be notified in advance, and the look and feel of the surroundings will be considered as part of the decision.

What you can do

You can comment on this application using reference 26/00427/CACN on Cheltenham Borough Council's planning portal. The council can consider the impact on the historic character of the area and the health and safety of the tree. Comments about the visual contribution the tree makes to the street scene are particularly relevant.