Neighboring developer chops down two mature ash trees on homeowner’s property, to their absolute horror when they return home: ‘This is the holy grail of tree law’ – FAIL Blog

The homeowner had this to say about their experience; they also responded to some community members in the comments.

“I believe it was a type of Ash Tree. Photo 3 is the best photo I can find of it at the moment, before it got cut down.

I received a letter about it being trimmed attached to my doorstep, but that was the only notification I received. It is above 12″ in diameter at 4 feet tall, which might be the legal requirement (e.g., protected status) for this type of tree in my area (need to double-check this).

I’m absolutely shocked, this is not pruning, this completely ki**ed the two trees in my backyard, and without permits from the city.”