The Avenues, Norwich - proposed felling felling of street trees

Results updated 22 Jan 2026

During the consultation period, four responses were received. One was in favour of the felling, one was against the felling and two leaned against the felling, but asked further questions around alternative solutions, decay levels and species replacement.

Following careful consideration of the consultation responses, the decision has been taken to proceed with the proposed tree removals and replacement planting on The Avenues. The works are necessary due to the declining condition of the two trees in question. They are both showing signs of stress and are approaching over-maturity. The fungus is a known root rot fungus and therefore poses a high risk of tree failure. Further decay tests would use valuable funds and would likely result in the same decision due to the extent of visible decay.

We would like to reassure residents that the replacement trees have been carefully selected by qualified arboricultural professionals to balance street character, biodiversity, resilience to urban conditions, and future maintenance requirements. Urban tree planting often utilises non-native species (including the red oaks to be felled). Many non-native species are more tolerant of challenging urban conditions like compacted soil, drought, pollution, and climate change. Non-native species offer better resilience, increased biodiversity, and visual interest in urban environments.

We would like to thank residents for their feedback and engagement throughout this process.

Files:

• The Avenues Consultation Response Notice.pdf, 400.7 KB (PDF document)