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| The doomed trees - roots have damaged garden drive |
A LINE of conifers in the front garden of 43 Welholme Road - opposite People's Park - in Grimsby are set for the chop.
The new occupants believe the "invasive" root system has contributed to the poor condition of the concrete drive which potentially creates a trip hazard for family members and visitors, including tradesfolk.
In addition, the Lawson cypress trees reduce light at the front of the property.
North East Lincolnshire Council's trees officer, Paul Chaplin, has raised no objection to the felling application.
In his report, he comments: "Although the site is prominent within the Wellow Conservation area, the trees are not strong visual or historical features."
It is understood that a hedge below the trees is due to be retained.
The Grimsby News says: It is understandable why the house-owners wish for the trees to go. The downsides are that their removal might diminish the streetscene and that another pocket of habitat will be lost for nesting and roosting songbirds.
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