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Notice upheld28 January 20263328801

41 Telford Drive, Slough, SL1 9LB

Planning appeal 3328801 at 41 Telford Drive, Slough, SL1 9LB (Slough Borough Council) was dismissed on 28 January 2026 by Inspector White P, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the mature Oak tree subject to a Tree Preservation Order.

Without planning permission, the erection of a single storey side and rear extension, outbuilding and boundary wall enclosure

Authority
Slough Borough Council
Appeal type
enforcement · Enforcement Notice
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
White P
Postcode
SL1 9LB

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the development on the mature Oak tree subject to a Tree Preservation Order
  • The character and appearance of the dwelling and the area
  • The provision of outdoor amenity space for residents

What decided it

The development causes significant harm to a mature Oak tree protected by Tree Preservation Order, which makes a substantial positive contribution to the amenity of the area, and this harm cannot be justified by any material considerations.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Core Policy 8Policies EN2Policies H15Policies EN1

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