Removal of tree outside 16/18 Oakford Road
September 8, 2025 Head of Leisure (Officer) Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Head of Leisure approved the removal of the Crataegus oxyacantha (Hawthorn) outside 16/18 Oakford Road on 08/09/2025. The tree will be replaced as part of the council's tree planting programme for 2025/26.
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Purpose
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 Crataegus oxyacantha (Hawthorn) outside 16/18 Oakford Road which has been implicated in causing subsidence. There were 2 comments received during the 28-day consultation: 0 number of comments for and 2 against. Failure to remove the tree will result in litigation against the council.
Decision
THAT the Head of Leisure approves the removal of the Crataegus oxyacantha (Hawthorn) outside 16/18 Oakford Road.
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Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 8 Sep 2025 |