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Page 8 Trees and the Public Realm (Draft) proactively seek to identify suitable new tree planting locations that do not detract from existing amenity, townscape character or would have negative community safety implications. To this end, there has been an identified need to: • Identify and evaluate the age and species structure of the tree population with a view to strategic renewal programme over the long-term which aims, as a minimum, to maintain current standards of amenity and biodiversity, local and historic character; and • Increase the number of trees which are healthy and of an appropriate scale for their surroundings whilst maintaining effective footway and carriageway provision. 4. At the same time it should be recognised that Westminster’s streets are generally well stocked with trees for a capital City centre, and there are not abundant suitable opportunities for new planting in many areas. Emphasis should be placed on establishing a balanced age structure (which will increase the aesthetic value and longevity of our stock). Whilst native species are generally preferred for their biodiversity value, there is also a more limited range and they are not suitable in many areas. Tate Britain - Millbank, SW1: Healthy trees of an appropriate scale for their surroundings (sourced from Google Streetview)
Trees and the Public Realm (Draft) Page 9 2. PURPOSE AND AIMS 5. This document seeks to ensure that the right trees are planted in the right places. Its purpose can be summarised in the following statement: To ensure that, for the benefit of both current and future generations, Westminster’s tree stock is planted, and when appropriate replaced, in accordance with contemporary arboricultural best practice, and with careful consideration of its relationship with townscape, amenity , biodiversity and historic character. 6. This document is primarily designed to assist those involved in the introduction and management of trees in the public realm, including: • City of Westminster as planning, highway, housing and parks authority; • Transport for London (TfL) as highway authority for the major routes through the city; • Royal Parks as owner and parks authority; and • third parties (including major estates) dealing with trees within development schemes or which are part public realm improvements. 7. This document sits alongside the existing Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) ‘Trees and Other Planting on Development Sites’ and together the two documents form Westminster’s overall Tree Strategy. The former SPG deals primarily with tree planting in relation to development and, whilst there is some minor overlap between the two, ‘Trees and Other Planting on Development Sites’ has a clear emphasis on the private context.
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