Feasibility Study and Tree location Planning undertaken

Following a feasibility study of the streets and green spaces around Westminster in areas highlighted by the Livability Team of Chehire West and Chester a planting plan has been made.Further consultation with individual residents, house owners and tennants is now being undertaken.

The planting will take place in January 2014.

Plans show that around 73 trees will be planted.

Further to discussions whith those that maintain the footway and green spaces it has been shown that planting cannot take place in some areas due to the make up and width of footways together with the proximety of underground services.

See the proposed plans below.  CLICK ON MAP TO ENLARGE.

An image of Grace Rd showing how the street might look with trees

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An image of Westminster Rd showing how the street might look with trees

Locations are approximate.Trees planted near buildings will allow adequate spacing,prevent overhang and excessive blocking of light to property and any planting will be based on the Right Tree Right Place principal

Residents Support Tree Planting Scheme

Residents who attended the drop in at the Westminster Community Centre enthusiastically supported the proposed planting scheme in Westminster.

 One residents descibed there love for local large trees near their home and the uplift the trees give to their spirits throughout the year. On a subsequent walkabout with Council staff and residents,community members were able to feedback on their knowledge of the community and give pointers on where best to plant. 

Ben Greenaway Green Streets Coordinator said 'We have received positive feedback from one resident today stating':

'Brilliant news ! It will make the neighbourhood more homely looking'

 'I am a resident on Grace Road and live opposite the school. Trees along this road is a fantastic idea and I will fully support it' !

 The Mersey Forest has now tendered the works and final planting will be subject to further resident consultation.Work is expected to go ahead in January 2014 as part of the Westminster Environmental Action Plan.