Policy information sourced from Ascot, Sunninghill and Sunningdale Neighbourhood Plan

NP/EN2 – Trees

NP/EN2.1 Development proposals should seek to retain mature or important trees, groups of trees or woodland on site. Where removal of a tree(s) of recognised importance is proposed, a replacement of similar amenity value should be provided on site.

NP/EN2.2 Residential or commercial development proposals where trees are present should be accompanied by a tree survey and tree protection plan and where necessary an arboricultural impact assessment and a method statement. These should clearly identify the trees, the constraints and root protection areas, any trees to be removed, and state how the health of the trees on the site and those influencing from neighbouring sites including the highway will be protected during demolition and construction, including that of installing utilities, drainage and landscaping. All proposals under this policy NP/EN3.2 must meet British Standards 5837:2012 ‘Trees in relation to design, demolition and construction – Recommendations’ or any future amendment or replacement of this.

NP/EN2.3 Wherever appropriate, the planting of additional trees should be included in new developments, particularly local species that are in keeping with the character of the area. Planting that contributes to the biodiversity of the area and supports green corridors is particularly encouraged. Proposals should be accompanied by an indicative planting scheme to demonstrate an adequate level of sustainable planting can be achieved.

For more information please see the Ascot, Sunninghill and Sunningdale Neighbourhood Plan