Removal of trees
Council owned trees will only be removed if they are dead, diseased, dying or causing structural damage to nearby buildings or if permitted via planning or in exceptional circumstances. Exceptions are to be agreed following consultation from the council tree and/or planning officers. We will endeavour to replant a new tree in place of any removed trees to help mitigate canopy loss in the borough. We will seek to improve and increase a diverse and healthy tree stock each year.
Local residents will be consulted if a tree is to be removed wherever practicable. This may not be possible where the issue is urgent.