Birmingham City Council (26 002 630)

Statement Closed after initial enquiries Trees 12-May-2026

Summary: We will not investigate Mr B’s complaint that a Council-owned tree has damaged his fence. This is because this complaint is late and it is reasonable for Mr B to take the Council to court.

Three Rivers District Council (25 010 102)

Statement Closed after initial enquiries Trees 11-May-2026

Summary: We will not investigate Ms X’s complaint about maintenance of a Council-owned tree near her home. There is insufficient evidence of fault to warrant an investigation. If Ms X considers the Council liable for damage to her property, this is better considered by the Council’s insurers or the courts.

Lincolnshire County Council (25 020 417)

Statement Closed after initial enquiries Trees 10-May-2026

Summary: We will not investigate Ms X’s complaint about the Council’s maintenance of trees near her home. There is insufficient evidence of fault and if Ms X considers the Council liable for damage to her property, this is better considered by the Council’s insurers or the courts.

London Borough of Islington (25 020 587)

Statement Closed after initial enquiries Trees 10-May-2026

Summary: We will not investigate Ms X’s complaint about maintenance of a tree near her home. The Council has told Ms X it is not responsible for the tree, as it is not on Council-owned land. If Ms X disputes this, the courts are better placed to resolve this matter. If Ms X considers the Council liable for damage to her property, this is better considered by the Council’s insurers or the courts.

London Borough of Enfield (25 014 926)

Statement Closed after initial enquiries Trees 06-May-2026

Summary: We will not investigate Ms X’s complaint about damage to her property caused by a Council-owned tree. It is unlikely an investigation would lead to a different outcome and if Ms X is dissatisfied with the outcome of her insurance claim, it is reasonable for her to take the matter to court.

East Sussex County Council (25 024 280)

Statement Closed after initial enquiries Trees 06-May-2026

Summary: We will not investigate Mr X’s complaint about damage to his property caused by a tree. This is because it is reasonable for him to pursue the matter through the courts.

Mansfield District Council (25 018 806)

Statement Closed after initial enquiries Trees 05-May-2026

Summary: We will not investigate Mr X’s complaint about the Council’s handling of his concerns about a tree near his home. There is not enough evidence of fault in the Council’s decision making to justify our involvement.

Wakefield Metropolitan District Council (25 023 769)

Statement Closed after initial enquiries Trees 05-May-2026

Summary: We will not investigate Mr X’s complaint about trees near his property, which he says have caused damage. This is because Mr X has exercised his appeal right to the Planning Inspectorate and it is reasonable for Mr X to pursue any claim for compensation through the court.

Birmingham City Council (25 021 990)

Statement Closed after initial enquiries Trees 29-Apr-2026

Summary: We will not investigate Mr X’s complaint about the Council not taking action in relation to a tree next to his property. This is because there is insufficient evidence of fault by the Council.

North Somerset Council (25 019 263)

Statement Closed after initial enquiries Trees 28-Apr-2026

Summary: We will not investigate Ms X’s complaint about the Council’s management of trees near her home. Part of the complaint is late. There is insufficient evidence of fault in the Council’s more recent actions and it is unlikely an investigation would lead to a different outcome. It is reasonable for Ms X to pursue any claim for property damage through the Council’s insurers and the courts.