The trees have not been managed as pollards and the work risks the removal of a significant proportion of live leaf bearing crown with a consequent detriment to the amenity they provide. A crown reduction with growth pruned back to suitable selected growth points to leave a higher proportion of the foliage-bearing structure would be more appropriate.

The tree works permitted in this decision are considered reasonable routine management, enabling the ongoing retention of the tree as a positive amenity feature to the area.