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Coconut Grove residents upset over large banyan tree being dramatically cut, reducing shade
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· July 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details on the tree trimming are available through CBS4 Miami, which reported on the incident and the reaction of Coconut Grove residents. In Coconut Grove, a large banyan tree has been significantly cut back, reducing the shade it provided.
In Coconut Grove, a large banyan tree has been significantly cut back, reducing the shade it provided. The tree is situated on private property and had long been a source of shade for pedestrians and visitors in the area. Neighbors were surprised to see workers trimming the tree in such a dramatic manner.
The tree's location on private property is notable, as it had still been a benefit to the community. Further details on the tree trimming are available through CBS4 Miami , which reported on the incident and the reaction of Coconut Grove residents.
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Category: real-estate Published: July 17, 2026 Source: CBS4 Miami Reading time: 1 min
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