Decision details

This report sets out the decision on the removal of a tree subject to section 115 of Environment Act 2021, which requires the Council to consult the public on the removal of a healthy street tree.

The report seeks approval for removing the Hawthorn tree outside of 164 Maygrove Road which has been implicated in causing subsidence. There were 4 comments in favour of and 3 against removing the tree during the 28-day consultation. Failure to remove the tree will result in litigation against the council.

THAT the Director of Recreation approves the removal of the street tree.