Havering Council Notice of Street Tree Removal Severn Drive, Upminster

Overview

Havering Council is consulting on the removal of one tree: 

We will only remove trees that are dead, dying or diseased. Whilst this tree does not currently present an immediate danger, it has been identified as the cause of ongoing damage to the highway and shows significant decay at its base. It also contains a large section of dysfunctional wood and visible cracks, which reduce its structural strength and affect the integrity of one of its main branch unions.

These defects have significantly reduced the tree's expected lifespan and are likely to increase the level of risk as the tree continues to decline. For these reasons, the removal of the tree is considered to be the most appropriate management option. Its removal will also allow the proposed vehicle crossover to be installed.

We would like to have your comments on these proposals. You can do this by completing our consultation or by submitting a representation in writing to:

Tree Team, Town Hall, Main Road, Romford, RM1 3BB

Email: trees@havering.gov.uk

Please make sure you quote the unique reference number for the relevant tree and your representation arrives no later than 3 September 2026.

The trees in question can be found by visiting Havering Council's Report an Issue with a Tree - Starter Portal  and using the location as the reference.

You can find a Duty to Consult guide for Local Authorities in the related section below, or by clicking here.