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1. In the face of climate change it is sad to see the large quantity of tree removal applications still being lodged for healthy trees in the already tree-depleted Inner West Council area.

   The subject Mary Street tree application is a representative example of residents disregarding environmental considerations by applying to remove one of the few remaining substantial trees on the northern side of Mary Street. The subject substantial eucalypt makes an important contribution to what is remaining of the localised green corridor in the centre of the block bounded by Perry, Mary and Church streets and Campbell Avenue. Its removal should not be permitted.

   It is time that people realise the value, the benefits and potential of trees for urban climate. Removing a tree of such local significance would not only have detrimental impact on the local microclimate and fauna (yes, large trees are also important for native animals) but also be against the targets of the IWC Urban Forrest policy, IWC’s sustainability targets and climate adaptation strategies, which include an increase in the tree canopy in the Inner West by 40%. Looking at the Urban Heat Island Mapping, this tree forms even the centre of a “cool” island surrounded by a yellow marked “hot spot” area.

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