Ash tree in a tangle

[Levantine]

This is a homeowners section, but this tree’s actual owners are unknown. AFAIK, it's a legal grey area.



In the neighbourhood, some people are convinced that the tree is a major hazard, so it must be cut down.

 

Adding to the complexity:  The tree services available are fairly well-equipped, well-experienced, — and without a clue or interest in actual tree care.



Yes. It may be strange to hear, but the chances of getting a professional arborist are nil.
 

What, if anything, would you tell the local residents?  The tree service?
 

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The tree has been very neglected.

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Perhaps marking some limbs for cutting would be useful.

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Edited August 9, 2023 by Levantine

[Stubby]

17 minutes ago, Levantine said:

This is a homeowners section, but this tree’s actual owners are unknown. AFAIK, it's a legal grey area.



In the neighbourhood, some people are convinced that the tree is a major hazard, so it must be cut down.

 

Adding to the complexity:  The tree services available are fairly well-equipped, well-experienced, — and without a clue or interest in actual tree care.



Yes. It may be strange to hear, but the chances of getting a professional arborist are nil.
 

What, if anything, would you tell the local residents?  The tree service?
 

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The tree has been very neglected.

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Perhaps marking some limbs for cutting would be useful.

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I see the beginnings of die back in the crown .. As you say its a right old mess with included pipe work ! I would not say its an immediate hazard but not overly pretty . Take it down and start again . At a guess I would say its highways tree .  

[AHPP]

Is it safe to ask the British for advice on unknown land/property ownership in your area?

[Stubby]

3 hours ago, AHPP said:

Is it safe to ask the British for advice on unknown land/property ownership in your area?

What is his area ? Could not find any reference in the post  but good point .

[openspaceman]

3 minutes ago, Stubby said:

What is his area ? Could not find any reference in the post  but good point .

Yes I missed that but legal eagle eyes noticed the car plates and what side of road they parked on I suppose.

[scbk]

4 hours ago, openspaceman said:

Yes I missed that but legal eagle eyes noticed the car plates and what side of road they parked on I suppose.

The sunshine and bare skin is a giveaway too 

 

Is it a telephone pole it's growing around?

Does the local telephone company have any interest in cutting the tree?

[openspaceman]

7 minutes ago, scbk said:

The sunshine and bare skin is a giveaway too 

 

 

As does the OP's nickname suggest the eastern end of the Med.

[Dan Maynard]

My only immediate concern is the deadwood.