Abbey Gate

Feedback updated 3 Sep 2024

We asked

We sought views on the proposal to remove a tree on Abbey Gate as part of the forthcoming improvement works.

The tree is located in the proposed work area which needs to be removed due to the proximity to the works meaning that it would be unlikely to survive if left in situ.

You said

One response was submitted to the online consultation, the responder was a Leicester resident.

The response referred to the proposed scheme in general rather than the felling of the tree.

We did

We reviewed this feedback and the decision has been made to remove the existing tree. The tree will be felled in October 2024.

As part of the tree strategy, for every tree lost, there needs to be two replacements. Therefore, two new trees will be planted close to the existing location with the species to be decided by the Trees and Woodlands team.

Overview

Leicester City Council will be carrying out improvement works on Abbey Gate. The aim of the works is to complete an installation of a cycleway linking to the new cycling infrastructure on Woodgate/Northgate Street as well as footway and carriageway resurfacing.

There is a tree located in the proposed work area which needs to be removed due to the proximity to the works meaning that it would be unlikely to survive if left in situ.

The Environmental Act 2021 requires us to consult with members of the public before felling any tree on an urban road (a street tree). See Environmental Act 2021, Chapter 30, Part 6, 115(2) for exceptions to this rule.

The tree - a small Acer campestre (Field maple) – is located in the area of green space on the east of Abbey Gate. It is council policy to replace any felled trees with two juvenile trees in the same location or nearby, where ground condition allows.

We are seeking views on our proposal to remove this tree as part of ongoing improvement works to the area.

Areas

Fosse

Audiences

All residents
Local businesses
Local schools

Interests

Highways
Walking

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