Lineside vegetation question

[1752 to Drogheda]

Can anyone clarify the situation with regard to clearing vegetation growing from properties adjoining tracks?

I know that IE clear back regular bush & shrub growth each year to reduce the risk of damage or incident to trains and occasionally come along with heavier equipment to cut back large branches & trunks which have grown over the years. What's the story where there's overhanging growth which doesn't pose a direct risk to trains in normal operation but where *removal* of the growth poses a risk?

For example, say there's a tree growing in my garden and branches come out onto the lineside. I can cut the branches on my side no problem, but for removal of the entire tree I need to cut and remove the branches from the track side. Take it for granted that I have good intentions on the H&S front, and no intention to do anything dodgy. I don't plan on doing anything without getting in touch with IE first.

Is it normal for IE to handle the work on their side in cooperation with the adjoining property owner, or is it down to the property owner to arrange the work on the track side? I imagine it must be pretty hard in these situations - how do you go about locating a tree surgeon with the necessary trackside operations safety permits, etc . . .

I'm hoping that IE normally take care of their side, but I wanted to check first.

Thanks,

1752.