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Planning board approves most proposed sidewalk-tree removals, orders replanting and steps to try to save key trees
Summary
The Lowell Planning Board on May 19 approved removals of several street trees to allow ADA sidewalk and curb reconstruction, but required replacement plantings and directed staff to try to preserve at least one mature tree on Barrisford Avenue after public objections.
Lowell Planning Board members approved removal of multiple street trees May 19 to allow ADA-compliant sidewalk and curb reconstruction, but attached conditions requiring replanting and an effort to preserve at least one mature tree.
The replanting schemes cover removals on Barrisford Avenue, Andover Street, Magnolia Street, Varnum/Bonneville, Wedge Street and the Ruth/Parker Street area. City staff said the planned work is needed because “overgrown root system damaging the existing sidewalk creates a significant tripping hazard,” and that reconstruction will include granite curb installation and Americans with Disabilities Act–compliant sidewalks.
The vote on the Barrisford Avenue removals included a board motion that “the applicant take all reasonable measures to preserve the tree located at 15 Barrisford” and to ensure new plantings and tree…
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