We carry out works on trees depending on the risk posed to the public or property.
Not all trees are required to have work carried out to them.
Every request for work on a tree, shrub or hedge that the council owns is considered on its own merits.
Report a tree causing damage
The tree is causing damage to private property
The tree is causing problems with birds or falling debris
We will not address any issue in relation to bird fouling, bird nesting, tree debris such as fallen leaves, fruits, nuts, seeds or sap. Your tree issue does not qualify for tree works.
The tree is blocking a drain or gutter
We will not remove trees due to tree debris blocking gutters or roots penetrating drains. Your tree issue does not qualify for tree works.
The tree is damaged
The tree is damaging the surface of a highway or footpath
There is a rope swing attached to the tree
Report a tree causing an obstruction
The tree is causing loss of light to a garden or property
We will not look at the tree unless the resident is house bound and the loss of light is having a significant impact on that resident. Your tree issue does not qualify for tree works.
The height or size of the tree is an issue
We do not reduce the height or size of a tree. Your tree issue does not qualify for tree works.
The tree is obstructing a street light
The tree is causing a physical obstruction (e.g. branches preventing access)
The tree is interfering with a solar panel, satellite, TV or phone reception
We will not undertake any tree work to improve light levels for solar panels, satellite, TV or phone reception. Your tree issue does not qualify for tree works.
The tree is blocking a drain or gutter
We will not remove trees due to tree debris blocking gutters or roots penetrating drains. Your tree issue does not qualify for tree works.
The tree is affecting public access, highway safety or visibility
Report a tree causing a hazard
The tree is causing problems with birds or falling debris
We will not address any issue in relation to bird fouling, bird nesting, tree debris such as fallen leaves, fruits, nuts, seeds or sap. Your tree issue does not qualify for tree works.
The tree is causing issues with pollen or allergies
We will not remove trees due to allergies or allergies. Your tree issue does not qualify for tree works.
The tree is blocking a drain or gutter
We will not remove trees due to tree debris blocking gutters or roots penetrating drains. Your tree issue does not qualify for tree works.