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Contested grand‑oak removal at Kensington continued after residents and tree advocates press board for alternatives

City of Tampa Variance Review Board · April 15, 2026
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Summary

Domain Homes’ request to remove a large live oak to build a larger replacement home was continued to June after neighbors, an arborist and the Tampa Tree Advocacy Group urged preservation and the board asked the applicant to present alternative site or setback options.

A heated public exchange over the future of a large live oak at 4003 West Kensington Avenue ended April 14 with the Variance Review Board continuing the case to June to allow the owners and builder to present alternative site plans.

Domain Homes’ permit manager explained the lot constraints and asserted the existing house (built 1947) needs replacement, while the owners said…

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