Large Scotspine opinions please

[daltontrees]

Thanks for the replies

The tree is leaning towards a log cabin with permanent residents with the prevailing wind behind it.

Cabins about 30ft from the base of the tree.

The rd was put in long after the tree was there.

 

In terms of risk assessment, that's high target presence, high severity of harm. Definitely merits more detailed investigation of any elevated likelihood of failure. Buried butt and rootplate won't do the tree any good in long term. I'd be looking to test with mallet, and also watch it for rocking on a windy day. If any doubt, maybe reduce to 29 feet?

[Stephen Blair]

I don't reduce things with needles!😊

[daltontrees]

I don't reduce things with needles!😊

 

A sound strategy. Just meant a height reduction as an alternative to removal. If it can't hit the target it's not a risk.