He says the trees are in desperate need of pruning
A neighbour has told of his frustration after a five-year battle with the city council over 'massive' trees that he says are in desperate need of pruning. Abdul Jabbar, a retired resident in Wollaton Road, Wollaton, says he has considered leaving the area altogether after 25 years because of the two large ash trees near his home.
Mr Jabbar said the trees present a particular problem during storms. But having reported the issue to the city council - the authority which is responsible for the trees - he says nothing has been done.City council officials said the trees were in a conservation area - which are typically areas of historic interest and subject to special planning controls - and have Tree Preservation Orders on them.
Ash dieback is caused by a vascular wilt fungus. This is a fungus that affects the water transport system of trees, which is just beneath the bark. On the problems presented by the trees, Mr Jabbar, 60, said: "We have issues during storms. Luckily no cars have been damaged yet. I have been having a long fight with the city council. They need to prune the trees.
Mr Jabbar explained the situation had led him to consider relocating to the outskirts of the city. "We are looking to move elsewhere," he added.
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