Fixed
Low hanging basket
Reported via mobile in the Obstruction (Not Vegetation) category anonymously at 16:30, Sat 20 April 2024
Sent to Northumberland County Council less than a minute later. FixMyStreet ref: 5878557.
There is a low hanging basket, anyone 5 foot 9 or above will hit it. I saw a partially sighted person nearly hit it the other day. If anyone walks into it they could stumble in to the road. It would need placed much higher up or removed. It is outside the door to 8 west end terrace, hexham NE46 3DB. Surprised it got planning permission really.
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Posted by Northumberland County Council at 16:30, Sat 20 April 2024
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Northumberland County Council Update-
We have investigated the issue reported and found that it is on private land. However,
we do have powers under Section 154 (1) of the Highways Act 1980, to advise the
owner/occupier of adjoining land they are required to cut back vegetation so as to
remove the cause or likelihood of danger, obstruction or interference to the users of the
Highway (footpath). In most cases the vegetation is cut back very quickly by the owner/
occupier, but in some instances this can be a lengthier process but be assured we will
follow due process to ensure the work is carried out.
Thank you for bringing this to our attentionState changed to: In progress
Posted by Northumberland County Council at 13:14, Mon 22 April 2024
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Hazard removed. There’s been positive comments from frequent users of the footpath.
State changed to: Fixed
Posted anonymously at 19:42, Sat 18 May 2024
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