CONCERNS have been raised over the potential impact of proposed roadworks on a well-known row of lemon scented gum trees along Welshpool Road in Kalamunda.

Questions about the trees were raised during public question time at the City of Kalamunda’s May 26 ordinary council meeting, with resident Hannah Lill asking whether any trees in the “avenue of lemon scented gums” could be affected by the proposed Welshpool Road and Lewis Road intersection upgrades.

Ms Lill also questioned whether decision-makers were being fully informed of the potential impacts before supporting the project.

The city said it was too early to determine the full effect the works could have on the trees.

“At this stage the city cannot confirm the impact on the lemon scented gums on Welshpool Road as the design of the Welshpool/Lewis Roads intersection is still in the conceptual phase,” a city spokesperson said.

Council documents said preliminary concepts indicated some trees “may be impacted”, though the exact locations and number of affected trees would depend on the final design outcome.

The city said more information would be provided once the project moved further through the design process.

“Details will be shared with decision making authorities at such time that impacts are known,” they said.

City staff are continuing to brief stakeholders including Main Roads, councillors and internal departments while planning progresses.

The lemon scented gums are a recognisable feature along the road corridor, with concerns likely to attract community interest as the intersection upgrade plans develop further.

No timeline for final designs or construction was discussed during the meeting.