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Tree In Council Property Garden Felling, Who Is Responsible?

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Hello all

 

We have just signed for a council bungalow and there is a 20 foot white birch in our front garden

 

The tree is well out of control and I'm wondering if felling it is down to me or the council?

 

Just wanted to check before I approach the council

 

All the best

 

Mark

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Tell the Council it is special to you and your neighbours and they will creep up

one early morning and chop it down.

 

Being serious check your paperwork regarding the property it may have something in there, if it is a danger to anyone they should lop it for you.

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Tenants are generally responsible for maintaining gardens. You would have been well advised to talk to the council before signing the tenancy agreement. Do you not read anything you are signing? There may be a tree preservation order on it as it is in the front garden and visible to other people, therefore regarded as a public amenity.

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