Tree strategy and policy guidance

Trees and woodlands are an essential part of the borough’s character and identity. They help to breathe life into the area, providing a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Clearance to roads, paths and structures

The Council will carry out works to trees where branches are causing an obstruction to a public highway, right of way, access to a property or in contact with buildings or walls/fences.

Normal clearances are 2.5m over pavements and footpaths, 5.3m over the adopted road, 5m over byways, 3.5m over bridleways and 1-2m to buildings, 0.3-1m to walls/fences, overhead utilities and street signs/lights.