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Tree removals

We remove unhealthy and dangerous trees from local streets, parks and nature strips, as well as fallen branches. 

 

Fallen branch

Overhanging foliage Tree inspections and pruning Tree planting Tree removal

If you come across a street or park tree that has either fallen, or is an immediate risk to people or property, contact us immediately and we will send out a qualified Council arborist to inspect it and arrange any works required.

One of our Council arborists will inspect the tree and arrange for removal and replacement if it meets the criteria for removal in the Public Tree Management Policy. 
 

Report a tree issue (removal)

We do not authorise the removal of any street trees or park trees by residents.

It is an offence for anyone other than our fully qualified and trained Council arborists to remove or to arrange the removal of any trees within our parks or streets.

If a tree is assessed as requiring removal, we will arrange this to happen and notify any relevant landholders.

Certain properties within our municipality have restrictions regarding the removal of private trees.

Certain properties or areas within our municipality have statutory planning scheme provisions regarding the removal of trees on private properties. 

In order to determine whether or not planning controls apply to your property you should:

 

Permit requirement

A permit is required to remove, destroy or lop a canopy tree in the Mixed Use Zone, Township Zone, Residential Growth Zone, General Residential Zone, Neighbourhood Residential Zone, and Housing Choice and Transport Zone.
 

This does not apply:

  • If the table of exemptions in clause 52.37-8 specifically states that a permit is not required.
  • To the removal, destruction or lopping of a canopy tree (other than a boundary canopy tree) identified for assessment in an application to which clause 54, 55, 57 or 58 applies and the tree is not removed, destroyed or lopped until the permit is issued.
  • To the removal, destruction or lopping of a canopy tree (other than a boundary canopy tree) if the site is developed with an existing dwelling.

 

VicSmart application

Subject to clause 71.06, an application under this clause is a class of VicSmart application and must be assessed against this clause (excluding clause 52.37-4 and 52.37-5).

Download application form for a Vic Smart Planning Permit (PDF - 529 KB)

If an emergency arises after hours concerning a street or park tree please contact our After Hours Emergency Service.

Urban Forest Strategy 2015 - 2025

Read our strategy on how we plan to enhance the public and private tree population in all of our suburbs and townships.

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