The Ross-on-Wye Police Station, located on Old Maids Walk, has recently submitted a planning application to Herefordshire Council. The application, numbered P232452/K, pertains to proposed works on trees that overhang a private property and garden in the Church Close area.
The proposal outlines a significant reduction in the canopy spread of Beech 858 by approximately 2.5-3 metres. The plan indicates a red line to which the canopy will be reduced. Additionally, all other trees, labelled as 'B' in the application, will be cut back to align closely with the fence line.
This application falls under the category of "Works to Trees in a Conservation Area", given the location's designation. The Ross-on-Wye Town Parish and Ross West Ward oversee this area.
The council made the application public on Thursday, 17th August 2023, and has set a deadline for comments by Thursday, 7th September 2023. The application was both received and validated by the council on Thursday, 10th August 2023. The target determination date, where a decision on the application will likely be made, is set for Thursday, 21st September 2023.
Residents and interested parties are encouraged to review the proposal and submit their comments before the aforementioned deadline.