Tree overhanging and touching property

Updates

• Thank you for your report, this is now being investigated. Information on our services and the timeframes we aim to respond in can be found: http://www.bromley.gov.uk/ fixservices

  State changed to: In progress

  Posted by Bromley Council at 08:07, Monday 11 September 2023

• It would also be helpful if this tree could generally be reviewed again for its appropriateness in terms of size. It is out of kilter with the rest of the street, is regularly in need of maintenance and is starting to lift the pavement. It might be better for a replacement tree more in keeping with the street, as with all others that have been replanted.

  Posted anonymously at 08:27, Monday 11 September 2023

• We have asked our tree contractor to cut back branch tips from the building. This tree will not be replaced. For issues regarding the footway, please raise a separate enquiry so that the appropriate team to review that specific issue. Please note that as outlined in our Tree Management Strategy Tree management strategy - Foreword - Tree management strategy - 2023 to 2027 (bromley.gov.uk)

  The Council will not prune trees in relation to the following: • Branches overhanging properties • Where a tree is thought be overly large • Interference with satellite, TV or other media reception • Branches and/or limbs in physical contact with telephone wires • Excessive leaf fall • Fruit fall • Problems associated with pollen • Excreta caused by insects or birds • Obstruction of view • Lack of light.

  The situation will be reviewed cyclically as part of our programme of tree condition surveys and safety inspections.

  Posted by Bromley Council at 10:13, Monday 11 September 2023

• Our contractor has been notified to take the appropriate action.

  Posted by Bromley Council at 10:15, Monday 11 September 2023

• Appropriate action has been taken to resolve the issue.

  State changed to: Fixed

  Posted by Bromley Council at 12:51, Monday 2 October 2023