question about dead branch hanging out of listed tree

[yaxleylad]

There is a large tree (oak) a few yard's from me on the Yaxley/Mellis road. It is maybe 50 to 60 feet high and is listed or protected (the only one in the village apart from a bit of hedging somewhere else) It has a substantial dead branch broken off and hanging directly above the road about 35 feet off the floor? I have several times contacted mid suffolk council (as I understand it they are responsible for its upkeep?) but nothing as been done. I tried to contact the tree oficer, but he didnt reply, left message's etc. Its just I wouldnt like to tink of the branch dropping on a car or bus or something. Should I kep pestering the council or just forget it. Mid suffolk are notriously slow on most things (LEA, planning etc tree care seems the same). Any advice on this?

cheers Jonathan

[skyhuck]

You need to contact highways or the tree owner .

[RPA]

May be worth pointing out duty of care to the tree owner

[Jonny69]

Leave it and wait for an accident. I would be very interested in the outcome of the following court case.

[tree monkey]

Contact your local councilor and explain the brounie points they would get for making the road safer.

[Mac McLennan]

You need to contact highways or the tree owner .

 

[Andy Collins]

Is this the tree virtually opp Truss Farm, in which case the farmer may know who owns it, if not the Parish Council may be able to help you find out. Then, as has been said above, the owner has a duty of care, and is liable in the event of a failing of the tree. The LPA is responsible for the protection order on the tree, but not for its maintenance or safety, that lies with the owner.

[Paul Smith]

The LPA is responsible for the protection order on the tree, but not for its maintenance or safety, that lies with the owner.

 

As stated the LPA don't own the tree just the protection order!

[yaxleylad]

Thank you lads for the tips:icon14:

Your right Andy it IS very close to truss Farm, although I suspect its not his tree (and he is no way a farmer!). I will ask a few questions around though. Assuming I can find out, would you sudgest just a quick polite word to point out whats happening? Can U clarify what is LPA (not sure of the meaning) I only found out by chance it was protected when I went to needham market for to look at the abatoir plan's

cheers Jonathan

[Andy Collins]

LPA= Local Planning Authority. I would recommend a polite word with the owner, he may not be aware that there is a dangerous limb over the highway.