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Very Overgrown Private Fir Tree

Reported via mobile in the Overgrown Private Vegetation category anonymously at 22:15, Wednesday 18 February 2026

Sent to West Northamptonshire Council less than a minute later. ref: 8951156.

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There is a private fir tree / hedge that is very overgrown and protruding approximately 40/50% into the pavement / footpath.

This can clearly be seen by looking at the kerbstone for the pavement and where the fir tree has grown out too!

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  • Thank you for reporting a fault. Officers will now investigate the concerns and this may take up to 5 working days. If you believe that your concerns are urgent then please phone us.

    State changed to: Investigating

    Posted by West Northamptonshire Council at 22:15, Wednesday 18 February 2026

  • Investigation: Ongoing (Reported to a third party) - We can confirm that the vegetation is the responsibility of the landowner and is not currently causing any safety issues. We will contact the landowner and request they cut back their vegetation within 14 days of receipt of our correspondence. We will reinspect the vegetation to ensure they have complied.

    Posted by West Northamptonshire Council at 09:03, Friday 20 February 2026

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