Leith Business Association

11.4 Tree Replacement

Where trees are removed, damaged or die as a consequence of the construction, they shall be replaced in a ratio of at least two new trees for every old one removed and shall be trees of a broadly similar or approved size and in a location as close as possible to the original position. All tree planting shall be agreed with tie and The City of Edinburgh Council and shall be in accordance with the LHMP. The supply, storage, handling, planting and maintenance of new plating shall be undertaken in accordance with the appropriate British Standards, including, but not necessarily limited to;

• (BS5837) Trees in relation to construction,
• (BS3998) Recommendations for Tree Works and
• (BS4428) Code of Practice for General Landscape Operations (excluding hard surfaces).