Abbey Lane

We sought views on the removal of a tree to the front of 226 Abbey Lane. The tree were to be removed due to an established link to property damage it is causing.

There were three responses via the online consultation and 1 response was made directly to the Trees and Woodlands team.

Two of the respondents did not want to see the tree removed, with reasons given such as loss of amenity and loss of environmental benefits.

One of the respondents supported the council’s decision to remove the tree but rasied concerns about not replanting at the same location.

One respondent left no comments.

We have reviewed the feedback and the decision has been made to remove the tree as it is directly linked to ongoing property damage which is an actionable nuisance in law. This decision carefully considered the concerns raised, however, in this case there is no alternative solution other than to remove the tree. This decision is in line with the councils tree strategy and policy.

As part of the tree strategy, there needs to be more than one replacement for every significant tree lost. Therefore, new trees will be replanted within the ward if appropriate locations are available. If there are no suitable locations within the ward the replacement planting will take place at other wards within the city.