Furious row breaks out over plans to fell trees in British seaside village

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A furious planning row has broken out in a Norfolk seaside town over plans to fell a number of trees.The row has erupted in the coastal village of Scratby over proposals to remove six trees safeguarded by a preservation order.Resident John Critoph, whose property is located at Abels Court on Beach Road, submitted an application to Great Yarmouth Borough Council seeking permission to cut down half a dozen of the 17 Lombardy poplars after one fell onto his house, causing substantial damage to the roof.The application has sparked opposition from nearby residents, who have raised concerns about the credibility of supporting evidence and highlighted contradictions with official council assessments.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Ormesby St Margaret with Scratby Parish Council examined the proposal at a meeting last night.An arboricultural assessment conducted by Ian Flatters of Target Trees Ltd concluded the poplars are experiencing significant deterioration, with ten of the trees...

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