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Overhanging tree

Reported via desktop in the Damage Caused By a Street Tree category anonymously at 11:07, Thursday 28 May 2026

Sent to Merton Council less than a minute later. FixMyStreet ref: 9519335.

Tree hitting the house with no way to open windows and blocked pavement making it near impossible to park cars near the pavement or for pedestrian to walk across. This has been reported since winter as it was not pruned post last summer and now its causing havoc.

Updates

  • Thank you for reporting a problem with a street tree.

    We aim to inspect street tree problems within 10 working days of being reported, or 2 hours if the tree is dangerous. We aim to carry out any necessary work within 30 working days.

    Did you know…?
    We care for more than 20,000 street trees in Merton, including pruning, pollarding, and planting hundreds each year to keep streets green, safe, and walkable.

    Posted by Merton Council at 11:07, Thursday 28 May 2026

  • Hi, is there any update on this? or do i need to cut the trees but if something happens to me then the Council will be liable. I am in my 80s and i cannot have this problem lingering any longer. What are my options if you are refusing the cut these trees back?

    Posted anonymously at 16:24, Friday 19 June 2026

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