Belfast·SPG007 Masterplanning Approach for Major Development·Page 27·3.8.1
Retention of existing trees in masterplanning
Trees and landscape should be carefully specified and sited with adequate soil depths, light, water and air to ensure healthy growth. Existing trees should be retained where possible early in the masterplanning process, alongside new tree planting, particularly where trees are removed for development.
Trees and landscape also play a significant role and add value to the quality of public realm. They should be carefully specified and sited to allow for adequate soil depths, light, water and air to ensure healthy growth. Due cognisance should also be given to the retention of existing trees where possible early in the masterplanning process alongside the provision of new tree planting, particularly in cases where trees are removed to facilitate development.
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