St Saviours Road tree felling

Feedback updated 24 Mar 2026

We asked

We sought views on the proposed removal of a semi‑mature lime tree on St Saviours Road. The tree has been identified as the cause of ongoing damage to a nearby property.

You said

We received one response to the online consultation. The respondent did not express a view either in favour of or against the proposed removal.

We did

We have reviewed the feedback alongside the technical evidence. As the tree has been directly linked to continuing property damage, it is classed as an actionable nuisance in law. In these circumstances, there is no reasonable alternative to removal.

The decision is consistent with the council’s tree strategy and policy and a replacement tree will be planted in an alternative location.

Closed 6 Mar 2026

Opened 6 Feb 2026

Contact

treesandwoodlands@leicester.gov.uk

Overview

Leicester City Council is proposing to remove one semi-mature Lime tree. This tree is situated within the footpath on St Saviours Road to the front of no.133.

We are planning to remove this tree due to an established link between the tree and property damage. In line with the Council’s tree policy, where trees are a present danger or nuisance (in law), the council will address this with tree works The pruning of these trees is not a long-term option in this situation.

The replacement planting of the felled tree will be undertaken in line with our tree strategy.

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.

We are seeking views on our proposal to remove this tree.

Areas

  • North Evington

Audiences

  • All residents

Interests

  • Highways
  • Parks and green spaces
  • Planning