[CANUFNET] precedence regarding: 'nuisance-tree' removal request / resolution - Linden

[Daniel Corbett]

Good morning,
                On Monday October 16th (2023), our City Council heard a deputation from a Citizen requesting removal of this Linden tree due to the hardship it causes them (car and driveway washing - 'ruined' paint on the car).  There was, of course, significant correspondence with the Citizen (in advance of council) explaining other options and that we had followed process.  The Citizen was not interested in any option other than removal, which (removal) is contradictory to our bylaws and associated policies.
We have now completed a crown thinning (approximately 30%) to increase air flow and make the tree less habitable to aphids.  Council is deliberating to decide if they should make an exception to our tree bylaw, and allow the removal.  In my view, this could be like opening the flood-gates for any (every) other removal request having to due with 'undue hardship' to the home owner.
                Our 'nuisance-tree issue' policies are clear on our website and in our Urban-Tree bylaw.  Council may be looking to 'make an exception'.  At council I was able to identify this decision could impact 150-250 'nuisance-tree' removal requests per year.  If any of you could provide some guidance or support, provide documentation of a similar situation and how it was resolved...etc, I would greatly appreciate it.

The Citizen that made the deputation highlighted examples from Vancouver (which I have not fact-checked) in their deputation, so I can imagine our results could also affect your municipalities in the future.

Thank you in advance for your assistance.
Dan Corbett
[Daniel Corbett]
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