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Tree/Hedge - cant see when reversing/late night when dark

Reported via desktop in the Trees category anonymously at 13:35, Tue 15 October 2024

Sent to Central Bedfordshire Council less than a minute later. Council ref: 413199.

I find it unacceptable that, while trees along the road have been cut and trimmed at my request, the one outside my house has been neglected. The tree in question isn’t even shaped like a typical tree – it has no trunk, only branches growing out in all directions, and it's becoming a real hazard. When reversing out, visibility is severely compromised, and it’s only getting bigger, making the situation more dangerous.

Could you please explain why one of your colleagues said this tree would be removed, only for me to now be told otherwise? This inconsistency is frustrating, and the current state of the tree is not safe. I ask that you reconsider and at least trim it, if not remove it entirely, to prevent any potential accidents.

I look forward to your response.

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  • State changed to: Investigating

    Updated by Central Bedfordshire Council at 13:35, Tue 15 October 2024

  • Thank you for submitting your Highways report.
    We already have maintenance work planned in for this area and the issue will be resolved as part of this work. We are, unfortunately, unable to provide you with a timescale for this to be completed, however, all repairs are prioritised using an assessment matrix in line with our Network Maintenance Management Plan (NMMP).

    We will continue to monitor all defects to ensure the safety of our residents as part of the NMMP which can be found online - http://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/ transport/ roads-strategies/ highways-asset-management.aspx

    Many thanks,
    Central Bedfordshire Council Highways

    State changed to: Closed

    Posted by Central Bedfordshire Council at 12:00, Tue 5 November 2024

  • Thank you for submitting your Highways report.
    Our engineers have inspected the area and are satisfied that no further action is required at this time. If the issue becomes worse, please do contact us again.

    Many thanks,
    Central Bedfordshire Council Highways

    State changed to: No further action

    Posted by Central Bedfordshire Council at 14:25, Friday 10 January 2025

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