99 Wheatley Lane Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 8PP
Proposed removal of 7 conifer trees labelled T1 to T7 on enclosed plan and photos. The tree roots have grown and caused the perimeter wall of the property?s garden to bulge out and for the stones to become unstable and dislodged. There is a danger that the wall will collapse further (see below) and may cause injury. After a period of heavy rain the wall next to T5 has collapsed, causing large stones to fall into the pavement and road and the street sign for Brighton Road to fall off. Work has begun to remove T5 due to the danger posed if there is any further collapse, so retrospective permission is sought for this tree. Safety tape has been erected which looks unsightly in the Conservation area but is necessary - the damage is on the corner of two roads where many walkers pass by in the dark, including patrons of the Wheatley Arms pub which is situated directly opposite. It is a trip hazard as well as a danger to road users. We wish to seek permission to remove all 7 trees, so that the wall can be repaired and made safe for passers by.