Recent News:
Bray Results IBAL Anti Litter League 2011
Bray, joint 11th out of 53 towns/cities surveyed. Litter classification - clean to European Norms.
Appointment of Residential Engineers for River Dargle Flood Defence Scheme
Applications are now invited for the following temporary contract posts (estimated duration 20 months):
Taking in Charge of Roads and Services Various Estates
Notice is hereby given that it is the intention of Bray Town Council to consider making a declaration that the roads described hereunder be made public and to consider taking in charge the roads and services in the estates listed hereunder.
Tree Felling
Tree Felling Licence Procedure
Under Section 37 of the Forestry Act, 1946, it is illegal to uproot any tree over ten years old or to cut down any tree, unless notice of the intention to do so has been given in accordance with the Act. Notice of the intention to fell or uproot trees must be given in writing on a form known as a Felling Notice.
Do All Species of Trees Require a Tree Felling Licence?
The prohibition on the uprooting or cutting down of trees does not apply where:
§ it is a hazel, apple, plum, damson, pear or cherry tree grown for the value of its fruit or any ozier;
§ it is less than 100 feet from a dwelling other than a wall or temporary structure;
§ it is standing within the boundaries of a town council, or city council area.
Other exceptions apply in the case of road construction, road safety and electricity supply operations.
Where Do I Get an Application?
Application forms are obtained from local Garda Stations, this form is stamped by the nearest Garda Station to where the site is situated.
Where Do I Send The Completed Application?
Tree felling licences are received and granted by the Felling Section of the Forest Service, Department of Agriculture and Food, Johnstown Castle Estate, Co. Wexford. Tel: (053) 60174 or (053) 60170.