10.5.7 Trees

Dublin City Council recognises the benefits of trees in humanising spaces, enhancing the environment and minimising the impacts of climate change. They clean the air, provide natural flood defences, mask noise and promote a general sense of well-being.

Within the more high density areas of the city, trees have considerable beneficial impacts on the lives of those who do not have immediate access to other more traditional types of open space.

Trees, for example, can add colour, interest and beauty to our busy streets making the city a pleasant place in which to live, work and visit.

The Tree Strategy provides the vision and direction for long-term planning, planting, protection and maintenance of trees, hedgerows and woodlands within Dublin city.