The Council may also request that archaeological field evaluation takes place as part of the application or before development begins. Satellite dishes and telecommunications apparatus, if badly sited, can materially harm the character and appearance of historic buildings and important townscapes. Where permission is required the above policy will apply. It is the policy of the Council to protect mature trees. Development, which requires the felling of such trees will not normally be granted.
Trees form a valuable part of the urban environment.
They provide visual amenity, screen unsightly features and add to the diversity of the urban experience. The Council may also request that a tree survey is completed as part of a development proposal, to ensure that proposals for development will not damage or result in the loss of trees listed for preservation or of mature hardwoods. It is the policy of the Council to identify and secure the redevelopment of obsolete areas. Such areas include backlands, derelict sites and incidental open spaces which will be identified as opportunity sites for development. 2.7.9 Specific Objectives on Conservation E1.