I was suprised to discover that many of the street trees in Denton Road have been condemned by Haringey Council - as they are apparently damaging the pavements. The Council hadn’t informed me that this was happening – and I wonder if there was any consultation with residents?
Its obvious that this wasn’t a good tree species to plant on a road: The pavement by some of the trees has been badly damaged by the roots. However, the pavement by other trees seems unharmed and I can’t help thinking a less drastic solution is possible. Perhaps the craggy damaged pavements could be re-tarmaced into a gentle humps over the roots?
I’ve fired off an urgent email to the Council – asking if some of the trees could be saved with some simple action to improve the pavements. I’ve also asked what will be done to replace any trees that are cut down. For a street to lose so many of its trees at once would be a great shame - it would make the whole road look much more urban and less green.