According to Mountbatten MP Lim Biow Chuan, whose ward is also run by Marine Parade Town Council, the town council has some discretion when it comes to smaller plants as long as they do n’t harm the infrastructure or annoy the residents.
He claimed that this was discouraged because it could result in security risks and divert funds from planned repair projects and projects.
The city council “updates a regular schedule and an official trees register to ensure appropriate pruning and minimizing risks” and maintains an established tree register. However, this repair does not expand to illegal plantings”, he said.
Illegal plantings “may not have been evaluated for protection and may pose risks to the estate’s residents.” Hence, if an illegal tree branch falls off and injures a native, who did get obligation”? he added.
” We may advise against planting any plants or plants in the ground area of HDB lands without the permission of the city council for the health of our residents.”
TO RETAIN OR REMOVE?
Similarly, Yio Chu Kang MP and vice-chairman of Ang Mo Kio Town Council Yip Hon Weng , said his town council decides on a” case-by-case” basis whether to remove or retain unauthorised plants.
This depends on factors such as the threat of malaria mating, the type of plant, its place and the possible impact on surrounding system.
He questioned whether like plants are only removed after residents complain, noting that while his village council takes complaints into account, its main concern is the community’s security and well-being.
” Unauthorised seedlings that obstruct channels, damage property, or pose health risks are prioritised for treatment. Likewise, plantings that improve the environment without causing problems may become retained after cautious evaluation”, he said.
He added that there have been cases where the city council has stayed these plants and included them in their maintenance routine.
Three places where formerly unapproved flowers were discovered have been incorporated into the formal residents ‘ backyard, according to Ang Mo Kio Town Council, along with an inventory and servicing schedule for people to follow up. The courtyard is inspected regular.
” We make an effort to maintain a harmonious balance between the value that vegetation brings to our living culture. Our goal is to ensure that all crops, whether approved or no, contribute to our society while adhering to health and regulatory regulations, added Mr. Yip.