Issues with grass cutting, trees, hedges and weeds
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Trees
Trees can be vital to the general character of an area, particularly if it’s a historic or architectural area.
There are many instances where we won’t prune a tree, but if it is overhanging your private land, you are allowed to prune it back to the border, at your own cost, so long as it's not a protected tree.
East Northamptonshire
In the East Northamptonshire area, our Highways team maintains trees that line streets (pruning, etc).
For trees in parks and open areas, issues need to be reported to the town or parish council.
Roots
If there is an issue with tree roots lining streets, then our Highways team would need to investigate this in all areas.
Other areas
On a road with a limit above 30mph (e.g. in-between towns and villages), please report issues to our team.
If it's on a 30mph road, our Grounds Maintenance teams in Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough areas deal with most trees (pruning, etc) as well as in parks and open spaces.
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If your area isn't listed, you may be a resident of West Northamptonshire.
Last updated 28 April 2025