Grass Verge, Hedges & Trees
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Basildon District Council cuts grass only along highways and housing verges. Grass verges maintenance is carried out from April to September following a preprogrammed route in each area.
Hedge pruning is carried out during the winter months normally October to March. Maintenance is managed by following a preprogrammed route in each area. Weather conditions dictate when the maintenance season starts and stops.
| Tree & Preservation Orders |
There are 27,000 trees within the Basildon District. Any enquiries regarding trees should be made directly to Streetcare on 01268 294949 or email streetcare@basildon.gov.uk
Throughout the district a large number of trees are preserved. To undertake remedial work on a preserved tree you will need formal written consent from the Planning Department on 01268 294155 or email planning@basildon.gov.uk
In partnership with the Tree Council, Basildon District Council runs a Tree Warden Scheme. This is open to all residents of the District with an interest in protecting, advising on and planting trees.
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