Cornwall Council to conduct independent ecological survey on Trelawney Road trees
Trees along Trelawney Road in Falmouth are due to be removed in December
Cornwall Council will carry out an independent ecological survey of trees along Trelawney Road in Falmouth later this month, ahead of their planned removal in December.
The survey, scheduled for 20th November, will be conducted by an independent ecologist from outside Cornwall.
Its purpose is to ensure there are no nesting birds or bat roosts in the trees.
Temporary parking restrictions and traffic management will be implemented on the day to allow safe access for the climbed inspection.
Advance warning signs will be installed from tomorrow (November 6), with subsequent notices provided closer to the date of the survey and in time for the start of the works in December.
Councillor Dan Rogerson, Cornwall Council's Portfolio Holder for Transport, stated the decision to commission an independent ecological survey reflects the council’s commitment to addressing local concerns.
“We know there’s been a lot of local interest in the trees along Trelawney Road. That’s why we’ve commissioned an independent ecology specialist to carry out a detailed inspection and oversee the works,” Rogerson said.
“This independent approach will make sure the right checks are in place before any trees are removed and the four replacement trees can be planted.”
The council is calling on residents to respect traffic management measures during the survey to ensure safety for all involved.
The planned tree removal will be followed by the planting of four replacement trees, according to the council.