Selected Report

Dear Haringey Council Streets and Trees Team,<br/><br/>I am writing to request an assessment of the street tree located on the pavement outside 6 and 8 Nelson Road, Haringey N8 9RU.<br/><br/>The tree sheds a very large volume of berries and debris over a prolonged period. I sweep the pavement outside my property daily, yet each day it is quickly covered again. As shown in the attached photographs, this results in a persistently slippery surface across the full width of the footway.<br/><br/>The condition presents an ongoing slip risk, particularly for older residents, people with mobility issues, and those with pushchairs. The problem persists even in dry weather and cannot be mitigated through regular sweeping alone due to the volume and frequency of the fallen berries.<br/><br/>I recognise the importance of maintaining street trees and am not requesting removal without replacement. However, given the repeated safety issue and the unsuitability of this species for a narrow residential pavement, I would ask the council to consider replacing it with a more appropriate tree that does not produce excessive fruit drop.<br/><br/>I would be grateful if the tree could be inspected and this request considered in line with the council’s highways safety and street tree management responsibilities.