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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF LUCAN / PALMERSTOWN / NORTH CLONDALKIN AREA COMMITTEE

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

MOTION NO. 23

MOTION: Councillor P. Gogarty

That the Chief Executive prioritises the owner identification and taking in charge process for the green space area along Mount Andrew Avenue adjoining St Edmunds Grove, as this is delaying a safe access point between the two estates as well as impacting on a local property due to trees overhanging; and if a statement can be made on the matter.

REPORT:

The strip of ground between St. Andrews and St. Edmunds has a large number of mature trees on it.  SDCC cannot take this in charge until the safety issue of the trees is examined fully and any identified remedial measures are put in place. 

These trees have been flagged as a safety concern by several residents.  The first step is that someone in Public Realm will take a look at the health of the trees to see if a further detailed Arborist survey is required.  This in-house inspection will establish whether any of the trees are in poor condition and posing any danger.  Should this inspection recommend an arborist report leading to remedial actions, a significant budget will be required.   The cost of the tree removal/ significant pruning is significant. SDCC are continuing to discuss this at a high level to see if a solution can be found. I will give an update to the members on the in-house inspection, any follow on surveying and measures identified when they are complete.

When the tree issue is resolved, the traffic section will deliver the short footpath link between Mount Andrew and St. Edmunds.