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Pittwater
Professional Arborist in Pittwater
Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Stump Grinding and Professional Arborist services around Pittwater and the following suburbs:
- Akuna Bay
- Avalon Beach
- Avalon North
- Barrenjoey
- Bayview
- Bilgola Beach
- Bungan Beach
- Bungan Head
- Careel Bay
- Careel Head
- Church Point
- Clareville
- Clareville Beach
- Currawong Beach
- Elanora Heights
- Elvina Bay
- Foleys Hill
- Ingleside
- Ingleside Heights
- Lovett Bay
- McCarrs Creek
- Mona Vale
- Morning Bay
- Narrabeen
- Newport
- North Narrabeen
- Palm Beach
- Paradise Beach
- Salt Pan Cove
- Sand Point
- Scotland Island
- Stokes Point
- Taylors Point
- The Basin
- Towlers Bay
- Tumbledown Dick
- Turimetta
- Warriewood
- Whale Beach
Council Approvals
Council approval in writing must be obtained prior to any works being carried out. Breaching a tree preservation order can result in very heavy fines.
You will find more information regarding the Northern Beaches Council permission for tree pruning and tree removal here. The owner of the property on which the tree resides, or an agent acting on behalf of the owner, will need to apply.
GET A FREE QUOTE TODAY – CALL NOW 0405 095 095 !
Leichhardt
Professional Arborist in Leichhardt
Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Stump Grinding and Professional Arborist services around Leichhardt and the following suburbs:
- Annandale
- Balmain
- Balmain East
- Birchgrove
- Cockatoo Island
- Leichhardt
- Lilyfield
- Rozelle
Council Approvals
Council approval in writing must be obtained prior to any works being carried out. Breaching a tree preservation order can result in very heavy fines.
You will find more information regarding the Inner-West Council permission for tree pruning and tree removal here. The owner of the property on which the tree resides, or an agent acting on behalf of the owner, will need to apply.
GET A FREE QUOTE TODAY – CALL NOW 0405 095 095 !
Inner West
Professional Arborist in Inner West Sydney
Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Stump Grinding and Professional Arborist services in the Inner West Council municipality that includes all or some of the following suburbs:
Formerly Leichhardt Council: | Formerly Marrickville Council: | Formerly Ashfield Council: |
Annandale | Camperdown | Ashfield |
Balmain | Dulwich Hill | Ashbury |
Balmain East | Enmore | Croydon |
Birchgrove | Lewisham | Croydon Park |
Cockatoo Island | Marrickville | Dobroyd Point |
Leichhardt | Newtown | Haberfield |
Lilyfield | Petersham | Hurlestone Park |
Rozelle | St Peters | Summer Hill |
Stanmore | ||
Sydenham | ||
Tempe |
The following is a summary of the Inner West Council Tree Preservation Order, which is now covered by the Inner West Council Tree Management DCP 2020 (Development Control Plan) to identify works that can be done without council approval and exempt tree species. This overview is only a guide. Please reference the complete Inner West Council Tree Management DCP 2020 for more detailed information. Care should be also taken to check the property zoning and that the tree is not protected for Ecological or Heritage reasons (i.e Heritage conservation zones and Endangered Species or Habitats).
Inner West Council Tree Management DCP allows for the following tree removal or tree pruning works WITHOUT council permission. For all works outside of this scope, council approval in writing is required.
- Canopy lifting to 2.5m above ground level and selective crown pruning to achieve a 3m roof or building face clearance (please check DCP Section C2 for exemptions to this i.e biodiversity and heritage conservation areas or heritage trees)
- Any tree less than 6m in height (4m stem length for palms), a canopy spread less than 3m and with a trunk diameter less than 300mm at ground level (unless a Heritage conservation site, biodiversity site or provides habitat for native animals).
- Pruning of deadwood that does not have hollows or provide habitat.
- Pruning of any tree listed in table below provided works done in accordance with AS 4373 – Pruning of Amenity Trees. For removal of any of these species an Inner West Council MINOR TREE WORKS REQUEST needs to be submitted and approved prior to works, this includes the removal of dead trees as well. (All other tree species require a regular tree removal and tree pruning council application).
BOTANICAL NAME | COMMON NAME |
Acer negundo | Box Elder |
Ailanthus altissima | Tree of Heaven |
Albizia lophantha | Silk Tree |
Alnus jorrullensis | Evergreen Alder |
Araucaria bidwillii | Bunya Pine |
Araucaria heterophylla | Norfolk Island Pine |
Archontophoenix sp. | Alexandra and Bangalow Palm |
Bambusa spp. | Bamboo |
Celtis sp. | Hackberry |
Cinnamomum camphora | Camphor Laurel |
Citharexylum spinosum | Fiddlewood |
Cotoneaster spp. | Cotoneaster |
Cupressus sempervirens ‘Stricta‘ | Pencil Pine |
Cupressus marocarpa | Monterey Cypress |
Eriobotrya japonica | Loquat |
Erythrina x sykesii | Coral Tree |
Ficus benjamina | Weeping Fig |
Ficus elastica | Indian Rubber Tree |
Gleditsia triacanthos | Honey Locust |
Harpephyllum caffrum | Kaffir Plum |
Lagunaria patersonia | Norfolk Island Hibiscus |
Ligustrum sp. | Privet |
Liquidambar styraciflua | Liquidambar |
Melia azedarach | White Cedar |
Morus spp | Mulberry |
Nerium oleander | Oleander |
Olea europaea var. africana | Wild Olive/ African Olive |
Pinus radiata | Monterey Pine/ Radiata Pine |
Pittosporum undulatum | Sweet Pittosporum |
Populus nigra ‘Italica’ | Lombardy Poplar |
Robinia pseudoacacia | False Acacia/Black Locust |
Salix spp. | Willow |
Schefflera actinophylla | Umbrella Tree |
Schinus terebinthifolius | Broadleaf Pepper Tree |
Syagrus romanzoffianum | Cocos Palm |
Tamarix aphylla | Athel Tree |
Toxicodendron succedaneum | Rhus Tree |
x Cupressocyparis leylandii | Leyland Cypress |
*Fruit trees grown for fruit production, excluding naturally grown natives. |
Council Approvals
Council approval in writing must be obtained prior to any works being carried out. Breaching a tree preservation order results in very heavy fines. Links are below.
TREE WORKS PERMIT / MINOR WORKS PERMIT APPLICATION FORM
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Northern Beaches Council
Professional Arborist in Northern Beaches Council
What tree removal services do we provide in the Sydney Northern Beaches Council area ?
Sydney Tree Solutions provides a wide range of tree removal services and tree trimming services in the Northern Beaches council area. These tree pruning services and tree removal services include:
– Palm Tree removal and cleaning – We provide services to remove and prune all types of Palm trees across the Northern Beaches suburbs. Palm tree trimming or pruning is sometimes termed “Palm tree cleaning” since it involves the removal of all the old palm fronds and seeds. This is often done on an annual basis for our Sydney North Shore clients.
– Tree Pruning Northern Beaches Sydney – All our tree pruning, tree trimming and tree cutting works are carried out to Australian Standards AS4373 and by certified and fully insured arborists. Northern Beaches tree trimming works involve all types of tree pruning such as tree crown raising and crown shaping to provide ground and building clearances; tree crown reduction in special cases to reduce the overall size of the tree canopy; tree crown thinning to provide addition light through the canopy; remedial tree pruning to remove defected branches and dead wood removal also for tree safety reasons.
– Tree Removal Northern Beaches Sydney – Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree removal services for all types of trees and situations whether it be a large tree removal involving complex rigging and machinery or a small back yard tree removal. Our North Shore Sydney arborists are highly experienced and professional, and provide tree removal services for a number of very prestigious establishments in North Sydney. We work very closely with Sydney Northern Beaches Council to ensure the correct council approvals as always obtained for our clients. As part of the tree removal process we also provide Sydney Northern Beaches stump grinding services to ensure that replanting of new trees can occur.
– Emergency Storm Damage – Throughout the summer months of the year there are numerous severe weather events across the Sydney North Shore involving fallen trees and dangerously damaged trees. We provide a 24/7 emergency storm damage tree removal service and tree pruning service. We work closely with insurers to ensure all our Sydney Northern Beaches and North Shore Tree removals required as part of storm damage works are done in accordance with all regulations.
What areas do we cover with our Northern Beaches tree removal and pruning services ?
Sydney Tree Solutions offers tree removal, tree pruning and tree trimming services across the greater Sydney area although the majority of our customers are within the Sydney North Shore and Sydney Northern Beaches. We serve areas like Avalon, Killara, St Ives, Gordon, Turramurra, Wahroonga and Hornsby in the North Shore. Other areas we provide our tree services are Castle Cove, Willoughby, Artarmon, Lane Cove, Cammeray, Manly, Mosman, Chatswood, and Castlecrag in the Lower North Shore.
Formerly Manly Council:
- Balgowlah
- Balgowlah Heights
- Clontarf
- Fairlight
- Manly
- Seaforth
Formerly Pittwater Council:
Akuna Bay | Currawong Beach | Palm Beach |
Avalon Beach | Elanora Heights | Paradise Beach |
Avalon North | Elvina Bay | Salt Pan Cove |
Barrenjoey | Foleys Hill | Sand Point |
Bayview | Ingleside | Scotland Island |
Bilgola Beach | Ingleside Heights | Stokes Point |
Bungan Beach | Lovett Bay | Taylors Point |
Bungan Head | McCarrs Creek | The Basin |
Careel Bay | Mona Vale | Towlers Bay |
Careel Head | Morning Bay | Tumbledown Dick |
Church Point | Narrabeen | Turimetta |
Clareville | Newport | Warriewood |
Clareville Beach | North Narrabeen | Whale Beach |
Formerly Waringah Council:
Allambie Heights | Davidson | Narrabeen |
Beacon Hill | Dee Why | Narraweena |
Belrose | Duffys Forest | North Curl Curl |
Brookvale | Forestville | North Manly |
Collaroy | Frenchs Forest | Oxford Falls |
Collaroy Plateau | Freshwater | Queenscliff |
Cottage Point | Ingleside | Terrey Hills |
Cromer | Killarney Heights | Wheeler Heights |
Curl Curl | Manly Vale |
Do I need Sydney Northern Beaches council permission to remove my tree ?
The following is a summary of the Northern Beaches Council Tree Preservation Policy to identify works that can be done without council approval and exempt tree species. This policy is now covered by the State Environmental Planning Policy (Vegetation in Non-Rural Areas) 2017 (Vegetation SEPP) and the Northern Beaches Council DCP. This overview is only a guide. Please reference the complete Northern Beaches Tree Removal and Pruning Policy for more detailed information. Care should also be taken to check the property zoning and that the tree is not protected for Ecological or Heritage reasons (i.e Heritage conservation zones and Endangered Species or Habitats), which can also supersede the 10/50 Bushfire clearances laws.
Northern Beaches Council Tree Management policy allows for the following tree removal or tree pruning works WITHOUT council permission. For all arborist works outside of this scope, council approval in writing is required, unless the works fall under the 10/50 bush fire clearance legislation.
- Any tree less than 5m in height.
- Tree removal under the 10/50 Legislation for hazard reduction in Bush Fire prone areas.
- Removal of a Tree where the base of the trunk is within 2m of an existing approved building (excluding decks, pergolas, sheds, patios etc)
- Dead trees (unless habitat) and branches – technical photographic evidence
- Tree removal where the tree is a ‘high risk’ and poses imminent danger to life or property – needs to be certified in a written report from an AQF Level 5 Arborist. Includes fallen or partially fallen storm damaged trees.
- Removal of any tree listed as a priority weed – NSW Bio Security Act 2015.
- Pruning or removal of hedges (group of 2+ trees planted to form a hedge)
- Tree Pruning up to 10% of the canopy for clearances per annum (according to AS 4373-2007).
- Any tree species listed as an Exempt species under Northern Beaches Council Tree Preservation Order (see table below). Does not apply if Heritage item or within a Heritage area.
Why use Sydney Tree Solutions for Northern Beaches tree services ?
Sydney Tree Solutions is a professional tree removal, tree pruning and stump removal company that provides tree services to the north shore Sydney suburbs including the Sydney Northern Beaches with a level of customer service that is above the competition. Our online reviews reflect the level of care and professionalism our crew members always provide to ensure our customers are always happy with our tree removal works. We have an experienced team of arborists and tree removal experts to ensure that we provide a safe, friendly, and professional tree removal service. Our arborists are fully certified to AQF Level 3 or AQF Level 5 and have a wide knowledge and experience. Contact us today or call 0405 095 095 for professional North Shore Sydney and Sydney Northern Beaches tree removal and stump grinding services.
Lighting up for the Festive Season
Promoting the Beauty of Trees
Sydney Tree Solutions is trying to encourage its clients and the general community to see that trees can be beautiful and should be treasured by home owners as an asset for many reasons.
Too many people think of Trees as a problem or a safety concern and they would rather remove these trees than manage them as an asset. People complain of not enough light, loss of views and falling branches, which are all problems that can easily be alleviated with correct management such as removal of dead branches and pruning practices.
We want people to look at their neighbours trees and go “ Wow, I wish we hadn’t cut that tree down last year, how cool does that look ! ”. We want to educate clients and the general public about the advantages of keeping trees but also about how majestic they can look.
Sydney Tree Solutions only uses solar powered lighting to minimise our carbon footprint in any way possible and also to ensure they can be installed without the need for additional trenching and complex wiring. The lights are also easily affordable to everyone so its not restricted to only those with a large budget. They could be strings lights installed just for the festive season as with these images or more subtle landscape spot lights installed throughout the canopy to create a beautiful look all year round.
As a Tree contracting company that has been operating in Sydney for over a decade we see too many decisions made to remove trees rather than manage them, causing the continued decline of the urban forest canopy. Many councils are helping tremendously to reduce this trend and lots of good work is being done but we also need to change the way that people actually perceive trees. They provide much needed shade, cleaner air, improve our microclimate, provide habitat and food for the local ecology and above all they can be greatly improve the aesthetics of the urban communities we live in.
For more information and details on Tree Lighting Solutions please contact Sydney Tree Solutions Pty Ltd.
For more images of Tree Lighting by Sydney Tree Solutions please view our gallery photos.
The Tree Professionals
Certified and fully insured professional tree services.
Grant – Senior Property Manager – LJ Hooker
We are delighted with every single aspect of the service provided by Mike and the team at Sydney Tree Solutions, and have absolutely no hesitation in recommending them to anyone seeking professional, reliable and trust worthy tree loppers. We use them for all the properties we manage regardless if the job is big or small they make it easy
Andy – Risk Manager – Catholic Schools Diocese of Broken Bay
Sydney Tree Solutions has proved to be an excellent resource for monitoring and maintaining the thousands of trees within the Diocese of Broken Bay Catholic schools system. Their work is always undertaken with high regard for the safety of workers and others and their willingness to accommodate the specific needs of schools is much appreciated. Highly recommended!
Peter – Facilities Manager – Catholic Schools Diocese of Broken Bay
I am very happy to recommend Mike Todd (Director – Sydney Tree Solutions P/L) – Mike’s – quality of work, attention to detail and value for money are exceptional!!
Vince, Senior Property Manager – Raine and Horne
Michael Todd of Sydney Tree Solutions Pty Ltd and his team carry out regular work for our company. We find them to be very prompt, efficient, handle all work (large or small) without any fuss and clean up upon completion. We have no hesitation in recommending Sydney Tree Solutions to any future clients.
Jane, Tarramurra
“I couldn’t believe how smoothly everything went and was great to watch how quickly they managed to dismantle such a big tree, leaving everything so clean afterwards, thanks guys”.
Willoughby Council
Professional Arborist in Willoughby
Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Stump Grinding and Professional Arborist services in the Willoughby Council municipality that includes all or some of the following suburbs:
Artarmon | Naremburn |
Castlecrag | Northbridge |
Castle Cove | Roseville |
Chatswood | St Leonards |
Chatswood West | Willoughby |
Lane Cove North | Willoughby East |
Middle Cove | Willoughby North |
The following is a summary of the Willoughby Council Tree Preservation Order, which is now covered by Part C.9 Vegetation Management of Willoughby Development Control Plan (WDCP) (2020) and the Willoughby Council Vegetation Management Guidelines, to identify works that can be done without council approval and exempt tree species. This overview is only a guide. Please reference the complete Part C.9 Vegetation Management of Willoughby Development Control Plan (WDCP) (2020) for more detailed information on council regulations and exemptions. Care should also be taken to check the property zoning and that the tree is not protected for Ecological or Heritage reasons (i.e Heritage conservation zones and Endangered Species or Habitats).
Willoughby Council Tree Preservation Order allows for the following tree removal or tree pruning works WITHOUT council permission. For all works outside of this scope, council approval in writing is required unless the works fall under the 10/50 bush fire clearance legislation.
- Any Tree less than 4m in height, with a trunk CIRCUMFERENCE less than 600mm (measured 1.4m above ground) and a canopy width less than 3m.
- Removal of deadwood, dead trees (evidence required that not providing habitat) and trees that pose imminent danger to human life or property (evidence required).
- Selective pruning of trees by up to 10% of tree canopy over a 5 year period (AS4373). Note: Does not apply to heritage conservation areas – permit required.
- Any tree declared as a weed under the Biosecurity Act 2015 and any tree species listed as an Exempt species under the Willoughby Council Vegetation Management WDCP C.9 (see table below). Note: Does not apply if Heritage site or Heritage Conservation area.
BOTANICAL NAME | COMMON NAME | LIMITATION |
Acacia baileyana | Cootamundra Wattle | None |
Acacia saligna | Golden Willow Wattle | None |
Acer negundo | Box Elder | None |
Ailanthus altissima | Tree of Heaven | None |
Alnus jorullensis | Evergreen Alder | None |
Celtis spp. | Hackberry | None |
Cinnamomum camphora | Camphor laurel | < 10m |
Cotoneaster spp. | Cotoneaster (all species) | None |
Cupressocyparis leylandii | Leighton Cypress | None |
Eriobotrya japonica | Loquat Tree | None |
Erythrina spp. | Coral Tree | None |
Eucalyptus nicholii | Narrow-leaved Peppermint | None |
Ficus elastic | Rubber Tree | None |
Gleditsia triacanthos | Honey Locust | None |
Grevillea robusta | Silky Oak | None |
Lagunaria patersonia | Norfolk Island Hibiscus | None |
Ligustrum sp | Privet | None |
Liquidambar styraciflua | Liquidambar, Sweet Gum | None |
Nerium oleander | Oleander | None |
Olea europaea var. Africana | African Olive | None |
Phoenix canariensis | Canary Island Date Palm | < 7m Trunk |
Plumeria spp. | Frangipani | None |
Populus spp. | Poplars | None |
Robinia pseudocacia | Black Locust / Golden Robinia | None |
Salix spp. | Willow | None |
Syagrus romanzoffianum | Cocos palm | None |
Triadica sebifera | Chinese Tallow | None |
Schefflera spp. | Umbrella Tree | None |
Toxiocodendron sp. | Rhus Tree (under weeds) | None |
*Removal of recognised horticultural fruit trees grown for fruit production |
Council Approvals
Council approval in writing must be obtained prior to any works being carried out. Breaching a tree preservation order can result in very heavy fines.
The application forms for obtaining a Willoughby Council permit for tree pruning and tree removal can be downloaded below. The owner of the property on which the tree resides, or an agent acting on behalf of the owner, will need to apply.
WILLOUGHBY COUNCIL HERITAGE CONSERVATION MAPS
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Waverley Council
Professional Arborist in Waverley
Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Stump Grinding and Professional Arborist services in the Waverley Council municipality that includes all or some of the following suburbs:
Bondi | Queens Park |
Bondi Beach | Rose Bay (also Woollahra) |
Bondi Junction | North Bondi |
Bronte | Tamarama |
Clovelly | Vaucluse (also Woollahra) |
Dover Heights | Waverley |
The following is a summary of the Waverley Council Tree Preservation Order, which is now covered by the Waverley Council Development Control Plan (DCP) 2012 Part B5 and the Waverley Council Tree Management Policy (2019), to identify works that can be done without council approval and exempt tree species. This overview is only a guide. Please reference the complete Waverley Council Tree Management Policy (2019) for more detailed information on council regulations and exemptions. Care should also be taken to check the property zoning and that the tree is not protected for Ecological or Heritage reasons (i.e Heritage conservation, significant or endangered trees).
Waverley Council Tree Preservation Order allows for the following tree removal or tree pruning works WITHOUT council permission. For all works outside of this scope, council approval in writing is required.
- Any Tree less than 5m in height, with a trunk diameter less than 300mm (measured at ground level) and a canopy width less than 5m.
- Removal of dead trees (where not forming any habitat, evidence required) and dead branches, palm fronds or palm fruit.
- Pruning for electrical service wires by 500mm clearances.
- Removal or pruning trees in accordance with the Roads Act 1993 for clearances.
- Remedial pruning of storm damaged trees to make safe. Council will need to determine approval for remainder of tree.
- Pruning of a hedge by no more than 20% of height or width per annum (not to exceed 1.5m reduction).
- Any tree listed for Waverley Council under the Noxious Weeds Act 1993 and any tree species listed as an exempt species under the Waverley Council Tree Preservation Order (see table below). Council requires 7 DAYS NOTICE of works prior to removal.
BOTANICAL NAME | COMMON NAME | LIMITATION |
Celtis sp. | Hackberry | <10m |
Citrus sp. | Citrus (all varieties) | None |
Ligustrum sp | Privet | None |
Nerium oleander | Oleander | None |
Olea europaea sub. cuspidata | Wild Olive | None |
Salix spp. | Willow | None |
Syagrus romanzoffianum | Cocos palm | None |
Toxiocodendron sp. | Rhus Tree (under weeds) | None |
Council Approvals
Council approval in writing must be obtained prior to any works being carried out. Breaching a tree preservation order can result in very heavy fines.
The application forms for obtaining a Waverley Council permit for tree pruning and tree removal can be downloaded below. The owner of the property on which the tree resides, or an agent acting on behalf of the owner, will need to apply.
WAVERLEY COUNCIL SIGNIFICANT TREE REGISTER
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Ryde Council
Professional Arborist in Ryde
Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Stump Grinding and Professional Arborist services in the Ryde Council municipality that includes all or some of the following suburbs:
Chatswood West | Macquarie University |
Denistone | Marsfield |
Denistone East | Meadowbank |
Denisstone West | Melrose Park |
East Ryde | North Ryde |
Eastwood | Putney |
Gladesville | Ryde |
Macquarie Centre | Tennyson Point |
Macquarie Park | West Ryde |
The following is a summary of the Ryde Council Tree Preservation Order, which is now covered by the Ryde Council Development Control Plan (DCP) – Part 9.5 Tree Preservation 2014 and the Tree Management Technical Manual, to identify works that can be done without council approval and exempt tree species. This overview is only a guide. Please reference the complete Ryde Council DCP 2014 – Part 9.5 for more detailed information on council regulations and exemptions. Care should also be taken to check the property zoning and that the tree is not protected for Ecological or Heritage reasons (i.e Heritage conservation zones and Endangered Species or Habitats).
Ryde Council Tree Preservation Order allows for the following tree removal or tree pruning works WITHOUT council permission. For all works outside of this scope, council approval in writing is required unless the works fall under the 10/50 bush fire clearance legislation.
- Any Tree less than 5m in height, with a trunk CIRCUMFERENCE less than 450mm (measured 1.4m above ground).
- Removal of deadwood. Note: Council approval is still required for dead, dying or trees posing an imminent risk to human life or property.
- Removal or pruning of a Tree within 4m (measured at ground level from stem to outside enclosing wall) of a legally constructed building or outhouse (over 20m2) – includes car ports and pools – Tree must be on the SAME property. This does not apply if tree is protected for Heritage or Ecological reasons:
- Species listed under endangered ecological communities within Ryde Council – Syncarpia glomulifera (Turpentine), Eucalyptus punctata (Grey Gum), Eucalyptus paniculata (Grey Ironbark), Eucalyptus eugenioides (Thin-leaved Stringybark), Eucalyptus saligna (Sydney Blue Gum), Eucalyptus pilularis (Blackbutt), Allocasuarina torulosa (Forest Oak) and Angophora costata (Sydney Red Gum).
- Pruning less than 10% of canopy crown within 12 month period (AS-4373-2007) and for service wire clearances (500mm).
- Any tree listed for Ryde Council as an exempt species under the Ryde Council DCP 2014 – Part 9.5 (see table below). Note: Does not apply if Heritage site.
BOTANICAL NAME | COMMON NAME |
Acacia saligna | Golden Wreath Wattle |
Acer negundo | Box Elder |
Ailanthus altissima | Tree of Heaven |
Alnus jorullensis | Evergreen Alder |
Bambusa spp. | Bamboo |
Celtis sinensis | Hackberry |
Cinnamomum camphora | Camphor laurel |
Cotoneaster sp. | Cotoneaster |
Erythrina sp. | Coral Tree |
Ficus benjamina | Weeping Fig |
Ficus elastic | Rubber Tree |
Lagunaria patersonia | Norfolk Island Hibiscus |
Ligustrum sp | Privet |
Morus sp. | Mulberry |
Nerium oleander | Oleander |
Olea europaea var. Africana | African Olive |
Populus sp. | Poplars |
Robinia pseudoacacia | Golden Robinia |
Salix spp. | Willow |
Scheflera spp. | Umbrella trees |
Syagrus romanzoffianum | Cocos palm |
Tamarix aphylla | Athel Tree |
Toxiocodendron sp. | Rhus Tree |
*All edible fruit and nut trees, excluding naturally grown natives – excludes Acmena sp.and Syzigium sp. (Lillypillys), Elaeocarpus sp.(Blueberry Ash) or Macadamia sp. (Macadamia) |
Council Approvals.
Council approval in writing must be obtained prior to any works being carried out. Breaching a tree preservation order can result in very heavy fines.
The application forms for obtaining a Ryde Council permit for tree pruning and tree removal can be downloaded below.
RYDE COUNCIL HERITAGE CONSERVATION MAPS
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Randwick Council
Professional Arborist in Randwick
Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Stump Grinding and Professional Arborist services in Randwick Council municipality that includes all or some of the following suburbs::
Centennial Park | Malabar |
Chifley | Maroubra |
Clovelly (also Waverley) | Maroubra Junction |
Coogee | Matraville (also Botany) |
Coogee Beach | Pagewood |
Kensington | Philip Bay |
Kingsford | Port Botany |
La Perouse | Randwick |
Little Bay | South Coogee |
The following is a summary of Randwick Council Tree Preservation Order, which is now covered by Randwick Council Development Control Plan (DCP) 2013, to identify works that can be done without council approval and exempt tree species. This overview is only a guide. Please reference the complete Randwick Council DCP 2013 or the Removing and Pruning Trees page on their website for more detailed information on council regulations and exemptions. Care should also be taken to check the property zoning and that the tree is not protected for Ecological or Heritage reasons (i.e Heritage conservation zones and Endangered Species or Habitats).
Randwick Council Tree Preservation Order allows for the following tree removal or tree pruning works WITHOUT council permission. For all arborist works outside of this scope, council approval in writing is required.
- Any Tree less than 6m in height, with trunk CIRCUMFERENCE less than 1m (1m above ground) and a canopy width less than 4m. Does not include palm trees (except Cocos) and tree ferns, or any trees within Heritage Conservation areas.
- Any tree that is dying or dead or is a risk to human life or property and is not required as the habitat of native fauna.
- Any tree within two 2m of a building (excluding an outbuilding) measured horizontally from edge of trunk (at 1m height) to vertical alignment of the building structure (i.e. eave, guttering)
- Pruning branches for maintenance works, (inc. thinning but excluding height reduction) by a max of 10% over 2 years. Pruning to provide 2.5m above ground level and 0.5m from electrical wires. Removal of deadwood.
- Any tree listed for Randwick Council under the Noxious Weeds Act 1993 and any tree species listed as an exempt species under the Randwick Council Development Control Plan (DCP) 2013 (see table below). Does not apply if Heritage site or Significant Tree Register.
BOTANICAL NAME | COMMON NAME | LIMITATION |
Ailanthus altissima | Tree of Heaven | None |
Alnus jorullensis | Evergreen Alder | None |
Bambusa spp. | Bamboo | None |
Celtis sp. | Hackberry | None |
Cotoneaster spp. | Cotoneaster (all species) | None |
Erythrina sp. | Coral Tree | None |
Ficus elastic | Rubber Tree | None |
Lagunaria patersonia | Norfolk Island Hibiscus | None |
Ligustrum sp | Privet | None |
Morus sp. | Mulberry | None |
Nerium oleander | Oleander | None |
Ochna serrulata | Ochna | None |
Olea europaea var. Africana | African Olive | None |
Populus sp. | Poplars | None |
Salix spp. | Willow | None |
Scheflera spp. | Umbrella trees | None |
Syagrus romanzoffianum | Cocos palm | None |
Toxiocodendron sp. | Rhus Tree | None |
X Cupressocyparis leylandii | Leighton Green and Cvs | None |
Council Approvals
Council approval in writing must be obtained prior to any works being carried out. Breaching a tree preservation order can result in very heavy fines.
The application forms for obtaining a Randwick Council permit for tree pruning and tree removal can be downloaded below. The owner of the property on which the tree resides, or an agent acting on behalf of the owner, will need to apply.
TREE WORKS PERMIT APPLICATION FORM
ONLINE APPLICATION FOR TREE PRUNING AND REMOVAL PERMIT
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Mosman Council
Professional Arborist in Mosman
Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Stump Grinding and Professional Arborist services in the Mosman Council municipality.
The following is a summary of the Mosman Council Development Control Plan (DCP) 2012 which forms the legislation for the Preservation of Trees and Vegetation within Mosman through the Urban Forest Management Policy. This summary is to identify works that can be done without council approval and exempt tree species. This overview is only a guide. Please reference the complete Urban Forest Management Policy for more detailed information on council regulations and exemptions. Care should be also taken to check the property zoning and that the tree is not protected for Ecological or Heritage reasons which can also supersede the 10/50 Bushfire clearances laws.
Mosman Council Tree Preservation Order allows for the following removal or pruning works WITHOUT council permission. For all works outside of this scope, council approval in writing is required, unless the works fall under the 10/50 bush fire clearance legislation.
- Any tree less than 5m in height and less than 450mm CIRCUMFERENCE (300mm above ground) – excludes all tree ferns and any trees in heritage conservation areas or part of heritage item (exemption reduce to only 2m height).
- Dead wood in trees on private land.
- Pruning of trees for service wire clearances (500mm).
- Any tree listed as a weed for Mosman Council under the Biosecurity Act 2015 and any tree species listed as an exempt species under Mosman Council Urban Forest Management Policy (see table below) and Mosman Council DCP.
BOTANICAL NAME | COMMON NAME | LIMITATION |
Celtis sp. | Hackberry | None |
Carica papaya | Paw paw | None |
Cinnamomum camphora | Camphor laurel | < 10m |
Citrus sp. | Citrus (all varieties) | None |
Cotoneaster spp. | Cotoneaster (all species) | None |
Cypressus spp. | Cypress | None |
Erythrina sp. | Coral Tree | None |
Ficus elastic | Rubber Tree | None |
Hibiscus spp. | Hibiscus | None |
Lagunaria patersonii | Norfolk Island Hibiscus | None |
Ligustrum sp | Privet | None |
Morus sp. | Mulberry | None |
Nerium oleander | Oleander | None |
Olea europaea sub. cuspidata | Wild Olive | None |
Prunus sp. | Peaches and Plums | None |
Salix spp. | Willow | None |
Scheflera spp. | Umbrella trees | None |
Strelitzia nicolai | Giant Bird of Paradise | None |
Syagrus romanzoffianum | Cocos palm | None |
X Cupressocyparis leylandii | Leighton Green and Cvs | None |
Council Approvals
Council approval in writing must be obtained prior to any works being carried out. Breaching a tree preservation order can result in very heavy fines.
The application forms for obtaining Mosman council permit for tree pruning and tree removal can be downloaded below. The owner of the property on which the tree resides, or an agent acting on behalf of the owner, will need to apply.
ONLINE TREE WORKS PERMIT APPLICATION
MOSMAN HERITAGE CONSERVATION AREAS
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Lane Cove Council
Professional Arborist in Lane Cove
Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Stump Grinding and Professional Arborist services in the Lane Cove Council municipality that includes all or some of the following suburbs:
Greenwich
Lane Cove
Lane Cove North
Lane Cove West
Linley Point
Longueville
Northwood
Riverview
St Leonards
The following is a summary of the Lane Cove Council Tree Preservation Order, which is now covered by the Lane Cove Council Development Control Plan 2010 (DCP), to identify works that can be done without council approval and exempt tree species. This overview is only a guide. Please reference the complete Lane Cove Council DCP for more detailed information on council regulations and exemptions. Care should be also taken to check the property zoning and that the tree is not protected for Ecological or Heritage reasons which can also supersede the 10/50 Bushfire clearances laws.
Lane Cove Council Tree Preservation Order allows for the following tree removal or pruning works without council approval or notification.
- Any tree less than 4m in Height and trunk diameter less than 150mm (at 1m)
Lane Cove Council also has the following EXEMPT tree pruning and tree removal works which will be automatically approved for no fee BUT ONLY after lodgement of a FAST TRACK PERMIT.
** For all works outside of this scope council will require a full Tree Preservation Inspection and Permit as per usual.
- Removal of dead trees and dead branches.
- Pruning for roofline clearances of 2m (Except for Eucalyptus, Angophora, Corymbia and Syncarpia species which all require a regular permit) and any tree for 2m service wire clearances.
- Hedging and reduction pruning of Murraya spp., Viburnum spp., Photinia spp. and Cupressus spp. (less than 10%)
- Pruning or removal of any tree declared in the NSW Biosecurity Act 2015 (replacing the NSW Noxious Weeds Act 1993) and/or listed in the lane cove council exempt species list below (still require fast track permit though).
BOTANICAL NAME | COMMON NAME | LIMITATION |
Acer negundo | Box Elder | < 6m |
Ailanthus altissima | Tree of Heaven | None |
Alnus jorullensis | Evergreen Alder | < 10m |
Celtis sp. | Hackberry | None |
Cinnamomum camphora | Camphor laurel | < 10m |
Cotoneaster spp. | Cotoneaster (all species) | None |
Citrus sp. | Citrus (all varieties) | None |
Eriobotrya japonica | Loquat Tree | None |
Erythrina sp. | Coral Tree | None |
Ficus elastic | Rubber Tree | None |
Grevillea robusta | Silky Oak | < 6m |
Jacaranda mimosifolia | Jacaranda | < 6m |
Lagerstroemia indica | Crepe Myrtle | < 6m |
Lagunaria patersonia | Norfolk Island Hibiscus | None |
Ligustrum sp | Privet | None |
Liquidambar | Liquidambar, Sweet Gum | < 10m |
Morus sp. | Mulberry | None |
Musa sp. | Banana | None |
Nerium oleander | Oleander | None |
Olea europaea var. Africana | African Olive | None |
Populus nigra italica | Lombardy Poplar | None |
Prunus sp. | Peaches and Plums | None |
Scheflera spp. | Umbrella trees | None |
Syagrus romanzoffianum | Cocos palm | None |
Toxiocodendron sp. | Rhus Tree | None |
X Cupressocyparis leylandii | Leighton Green and Cvs | None |
Council Approvals
Council approval in writing must be obtained prior to any other works being carried out whether for EXEMPT WORKS or a regular TREE PRESERVATION INSPECTION. Breaching a tree preservation order can result in very heavy fines.
The application form and online application for both are shown below. The owner of the property on which the tree resides, or an agent acting on behalf of the owner, will need to apply.
TREE WORKS PERMIT APPLICATION FORM
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Kuringai Council
Professional Arborist in Kuringai
Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Stump Grinding and Professional Arborist services in the Kuringai Council LGA that includes all or some of the following suburbs:
Roseville
Lindfield
Killara
Gordon
Pymble
St Ives
Turramurra
Wahroonga
Warrawee
The following is a summary of the Kuringai Council Development Control Plan (DCP) – Part 13 – Tree and Vegetation Preservation, to identify works that can be done without council approval and exempt tree species. This overview is only a guide and please note that this does not apply to all properties within Kuringai Council since some rules are different depending on the zoning of the property. Please reference the Kuringai council website to view the current Kuringai Council DCP – Part 13 – Tree and Vegetation Preservation for more detailed information on council regulations and exemptions. Care should be also taken to check the property zoning and that the tree is not protected for Ecological or Heritage reasons (i.e Heritage conservation zones and Endangered Species or Habitats) which can also supersede the 10/50 Bushfire clearances laws.
Kuringai Council DCP allows for the following tree removal or tree pruning works WITHOUT council permission in the majority of properties although the full DCP should be read to ensure your property is not zoned in an area for which these exceptions dont apply and you understand the details of these exemptions. For all works outside of this scope, council approval in writing is required unless the works fall under the 10/50 bush fire clearance legislation.
- Any tree under 5m in height and a trunk diameter less than 150mm at ground level.
- Dead trees (provided council satisfied not for habitat) and branches.
- Trees within 3m of an existing dwelling (measured from centre of trunk). Consent from owner of tree required. Does not include detached garages and buildings, carports, verandahs, balconies and decks.
- Tree branches directly over roof lines of a residence – pruned back to nearest branch junction or collar to clear roofline, provided tree owner in agreement and according to AS-4373-2007 (excluding detached buildings and carports)
- Minor Pruning of Branches according to AS4373-2009 – Max 50mm diameter and any branches near electrical wires for 0.5m clearances (branches only, not tree trunks).
- Removal of trees that pose an imminent risk to human life or property – Council to advise before proceeding and AQF 5 Arborist may be required.
- Any tree listed for Kuringai Council under the NSW Biosecurity Act 2015 (replacing the NSW Noxious Weeds Act 1993) and any tree species listed as an exempt species under Kuringai Council DCP. Note: Does not apply for Heritage Items or if in Heritage Conservation Area.
BOTANICAL NAME | COMMON NAME | LIMITATION |
Acacia podalyrifolia | Qld Silver Wattle | None |
Acacia saligna | Golden Willow Wattle | None |
Acer negundo | Box Elder | None |
Ailanthus altissima | Tree of Heaven | None |
Alnus jorullensis | Evergreen Alder | None |
Celtis spp. | Hackberry | None |
Cotoneaster spp. | Cotoneaster (all species) | None |
Eriobotrya japonica | Loquat Tree | None |
Erythrina sp. | Coral Tree (all Species) | None |
Ficus elastic | Rubber Tree | None |
Ligustrum sp | Privet | None |
Liquidambar stryraciflua | Liquidambar, Sweet Gum | < 12m |
Olea europaea var. Africana | African Olive | None |
Paraserianthes lophantha | Crested Wattle | None |
Populus nigra italica | Lombardy Poplar | None |
Pyracantha spp. | Firethorn | None |
Robinia pseudacacia | Black Locust / Golden Robinia | None |
Scheflera spp. | Umbrella trees | None |
Schinus terebinthifolius | Broad-leaf pepper tree | None |
Syagrus romanzoffianum | Cocos palm | None |
Toxiocodendron sp. | Rhus Tree | None |
Council Approvals
Council approval in writing must be obtained prior to any works being carried out. Breaching Council’s Tree and Vegetation DCP (Part 13) can result in very heavy fines.
The application forms for obtaining Kuringai council permission for tree pruning and tree removal can be downloaded below. The owner of the property on which the tree resides, or an agent acting on behalf of the owner, will need to apply.
TREE WORKS PERMIT APPLICATION FORM
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Hunters Hill Council
Professional Arborist in Hunters Hill
Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Stump Grinding and Professional Arborist services in the Hunters Hill Council municipality that includes all or some of the following suburbs:
Gladesville
Henley
Huntleys Cove
Huntleys Point
Hunters Hill
Woolwich
The following is a summary of the Hunters Hill Council Tree Preservation Order, which is now covered by the Hunters Hill Council Development Control Plan (DCP) 2013, to identify works that can be done without council approval and exempt tree species. This overview is only a guide. Please reference the complete Hunters Hill Council DCP 2013 for more detailed information on council regulations and exemptions. Care should also be taken to check the property zoning and that the tree is not protected for Ecological or Heritage reasons (i.e Heritage conservation zones and Endangered Species or Habitats).
Hunters Hill Council Tree Preservation Order allows for the following removal or pruning works WITHOUT council permission *Excluding any trees in heritage conservation areas, environmentally protected areas or significant trees. For all works outside of this scope, council approval in writing is required.
- Any tree less than 4m in height and less than 200mm diameter at 1.4m above ground (except cycad or mangrove)
- Removal of dead trees (without nesting hollows) and removal dead branches.
- Pruning works for electrical supply (500mm); for building clearances (2m clearance, max 50mm diameter); vehicle and pedestrian access (2.4m height, max 50mm diameter) and Hedging (less than 500mm distance, 30mm diameter max).
- Any tree listed for Hunters Hill Council as weeds under the NSW Biosecurity Act 2015 and any tree species listed as an exempt species under Hunters Hill Council Tree Preservation Order (see table below) Note: Does not apply if Heritage site or Significant Tree Register.
BOTANICAL NAME | COMMON NAME | LIMITATION |
Acacia baileyana | Cootamundra Wattle | None |
Acacia podalyrifolia | Mount Morgan Wattle | None |
Acacia saligna | Golden Willow Wattle | None |
Acer negundo | Box Elder | None |
Ailanthus altissima | Tree of Heaven | None |
Bambusa spp. | Bamboo (all species) | None |
Cinnamomum camphora | Camphor laurel | < 10m |
Celtis spp. | Hackberry | < 10m |
Cotoneaster spp. | Cotoneaster (all species) | None |
Eriobotrya japonica | Loquat Tree | None |
Erythrina x sykesii | Coral Tree | < 10m |
Ficus elastic | Rubber Tree | None |
Gleditsia triacanthos | Wild Honey Locust | None |
Grevillea robusta | Silky Oak | None |
Lagunaria patersonia | Norfolk Island Hibiscus | None |
Ligustrum sp | Privet | None |
Liquidambar | Liquidambar, Sweet Gum | < 10m |
Musa cavendishii | Banana | None |
Nerium oleander | Oleander | None |
Olea europaea var. Africana | African Olive | None |
Pinus radiata | Radiata Pine | None |
Populus spp. | Poplar | < 10m |
Robinia pseudacacia | False Acacia | None |
Salix spp. | Willow | None |
Scheflera spp. | Umbrella trees | None |
Syagrus romanzoffianum | Cocos palm | None |
Council Approvals
Council approval in writing must be obtained prior to any works being carried out. Breaching a tree preservation order can result in very heavy fines.
The application forms for obtaining Hunters Hill Council permission for tree pruning and tree removal can be downloaded below. The owner of the property on which the tree resides, or an agent acting on behalf of the owner, will need to apply.
TREE WORKS PERMIT APPLICATION FORM
GET A FREE QUOTE TODAY – CALL NOW !
Hornsby Shire Council
Professional Arborist in Hornsby Shire
Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Stump Grinding and Professional Arborist services in the Hornsby Shire Council municipality that includes all or some of the following suburbs:
Berowra Waters | Mount Kuring-gai |
Carlingford (Also The Hills Shire and City of Parramatta) | Normanhurst |
Castle Hill (Also The Hills Shire) | North Epping |
Cheltenham | Pennant Hills |
Cherrybrook | Thornleigh |
Epping (Also City of Parramatta and City of Ryde) | Wahroonga (Also Ku-ring-gai Council) |
Hornsby | Waitara |
Hornsby Heights | Westleigh |
Mount Colah | West Pennant Hills (Also Hills Shire) |
The following is a summary of the Hornsby Shire Council Tree Preservation Order, which is now covered by the Hornsby Council Development Control Plan (DCP) 2013 (Revised 2018) to identify works that can be done without council approval and exempt tree species. This overview is only a guide. Please reference the complete Hornsby Council Development Control Plan 2013 (Revised 2018) for more detailed information on council regulations and exemptions. Care should also be taken to check the property zoning and that the tree is not protected for Ecological or Heritage reasons (i.e Heritage conservation zones and Endangered Species or Communities) which can also supersede the 10/50 Bushfire clearances laws.
Hornsby Council Tree Preservation Order allows for the following tree removal or tree pruning works WITHOUT council permission (excluding those in heritage conservation or biodiversity zones). For all works outside of this scope, council approval in writing is required unless the works fall under the 10/50 bush fire clearance legislation.
- Removal of a tree less than 3m in height (not within native vegetation).
- Removal of a tree deemed by council to be dead and not required as native fauna habitat – photographic and written evidence to be provided to council by tree owner.
- Tree Removal where the base of the tree trunk at ground level is within 3m of an approved building (excluding detached garages, carports, swimming pools and ancillary buildings)
- Tree Removal of species listed as weeds under the NSW Biosecurity Act 2015.
- Tree Pruning by less than 10% of the foliage area (in accordance AS4373-2007) within a period of not less than12 months since any prior pruning.
- Tree Removal that poses imminent risk to human life or is likely to cause substantial damage to property in near future *Written and photographic evidence to be provided by AQF Level 5 Arborist and approved by Council in writing prior to works.
- Exempt trees listed in the table below:
BOTANICAL NAME | COMMON NAME |
Acacia baileyana | Cootamundra Wattle |
Acacia saligna | Golden Willow Wattle |
Acer negundo | Box Elder |
Ailanthus altissima | Tree of Heaven |
Alnus jorullensis | Evergreen Alder |
Celtis sinensis. | Hackberry |
Cinnamomum camphora | Camphor Laurel |
Cotoneaster sp. | Cotoneaster (all species) |
Eriobotrya japonica | Loquat Tree |
Erythrina sp. | Coral Tree (all Species) |
Ficus elastica | Rubber Tree |
Gleditsia triacanthos | Wild Honey Locust |
Lagunaria patersonia | Norfolk Island Hibiscus |
Ligustrum sp | Privet |
Olea europaea var. Africana | African Olive |
Populus sp. | Poplar |
Pyracantha sp. | Firethorn |
Robinia pseudacacia | Black Locust / Golden Robinia |
Salix spp. | Willow |
Scheflera sp. | Umbrella Tree |
Schinus sp. | Peppercorn Tree |
Syagrus romanzoffianum | Cocos palm |
Toxiocodendron sp. | Rhus Tree |
*All edible fruit and nut trees, excluding naturally grown natives – excludes Acmena sp.and Syzigium sp. (Lillypillys), Elaeocarpus sp.(Blueberry Ash) or Macadamia sp. (Macadamia) |
Council Approvals
Council approval in writing must be obtained prior to any works being carried out. Breaching a tree preservation order can result in very heavy fines.
The application forms for obtaining Hornsby Council permission for tree pruning and tree removal can be downloaded below together with maps of Heritage Conservation areas of Hornsby Council. The owner of the property on which the tree resides, or an agent acting on behalf, will need to apply.
TREE WORKS PERMIT APPLICATION FORM
HERITAGE CONSERVATION AREAS OF HORNSBY COUNCIL
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City of Sydney Council
Professional Arborist in City of Sydney
Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Stump Grinding and Professional Arborist services in the City of Sydney Council municipality that includes all or some of the following suburbs:
Alexandria | Erskineville | Redfern |
Annandale | Eveleigh | Rosebery |
Barangaroo | Forest Lodge | Rushcutters Bay |
Beaconsfield | Glebe | Surry Hills |
Camperdown | Haymarket | Sydney CBD |
Centennial Park | Millers Point | The Rocks |
Chippendale | Moore Park | Ultimo |
Darlinghurst | Newtown | Waterloo |
Darlington | Paddington | Woolloomooloo |
Dawes Point | Potts Point | Zetland |
Elizabeth Bay | Pyrmont | Redfern |
The following is a summary of the City of Sydney Council Tree Preservation Order, which is now covered by the City of Sydney Council Development Control Plan (DCP) 2012, to identify works that can be done without council approval and exempt tree species. This overview is only a guide. Please reference the complete City of Sydney Council DCP 2012 – Tree Management Controls for more detailed information on council regulations and exemptions. Care should also be taken to check the property zoning and that the tree is not protected for Ecological or Heritage reasons (i.e Heritage conservation zones and Endangered Species or Habitats).
City of Sydney Council Tree Preservation Order allows for the following removal or pruning works WITHOUT council permission (excluding Heritage or Significant Trees). For all works outside of this scope, council approval in writing is required.
- Any tree under 5m in height, a canopy spread under 5m and a trunk diameter less than 300mm at ground level
- Removal of Trees that are dead, dying or a risk to human life. To satisfy Council the applicant is to provide a report from a qualified arborist (Minimum AQF Level 3 Arboriculture) to be provided to Council prior to works taking place, or immediately following the works.
- Pruning of less than 5% of a trees canopy for Building clearances (1m, max 50mm diameter); Electrical Supply (1m, Max 50mm diameter); Major roads (4.5m from ground, Max 100mm Diameter); and footpaths/minor roads (2.5m from ground, Max 100mm diameter). All according to AS-4373-2007.
- Any tree listed for City of Sydney Council under the NSW Biosecurity Act 2015 and any tree species listed as an exempt species under the City of Sydney Council DCP 2012 – Tree management Controls (see table below). *Does not apply if Heritage site or Significant Tree Register.
BOTANICAL NAME | COMMON NAME | LIMITATION |
Ailanthus altissima | Tree of Heaven | None |
Bambusa spp. | Bamboo (all species) | None |
Celtis sinensis | Chinese Nettle Tree | < 10m |
Celtis occidentalis | American Nettle Tree | < 10m |
Cinnamomum camphora | Camphor laurel | < 10m |
Citrus sp. | Citrus (all varieties) | None |
Cotoneaster spp. | Cotoneaster (all species) | None |
Erythrina x sykesii | Coral Tree | < 10m |
Liquidambar | Liquidambar, Sweet Gum | < 10m |
Ficus elastic | Rubber Tree | None |
Gleditsia triacanthos | Wild Honey Locust | None |
Lagunaria patersonia | Norfolk Island Hibiscus | None |
Ligustrum sp | Privet | None |
Melia azedarach | White cedar | None |
Morus sp. | Mulberry | None |
Musa sp. | Banana | None |
Olea europaea var. Africana | African Olive | None |
Robinia pseudacacia | False Acacia | None |
Salix spp. | Willow | None |
Scheflera spp. | Umbrella trees | None |
Syagrus romanzoffianum | Cocos palm | None |
Council Approvals
Council approval in writing must be obtained prior to any works being carried out. Breaching a tree preservation order can result in very heavy fines.
The application forms for obtaining City of Sydney Council permission for tree pruning and tree removal can be downloaded below together with Heritage Tree listings in the City of Sydney Council. The owner of the property on which the tree resides, or an agent acting on behalf of the owner, will need to apply.
TREE WORKS PERMIT APPLICATION FORM
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Australia’s fastest tree climbers
Australia’s fastest tree climbers race to Adelaide for National Tree Climbing Championships
The racers will compete in five qualifying events on Saturday, with the finalists progressing to the Master’s Challenge final on Sunday.
The sport began in the 1970s in America, with this year marking the 18th time the event has been held in Australia.
It’s a huge adrenalin rush competing up a tree.
National Tree Climbing Championship judge Michael Palamountain
Although the games revolve around a person scaling a tree and performing various tasks, consulting arborist and games judge Michael Palamountain said the aiding technology used in the sport is evolving rapidly.
“We have a lot of mechanical equipment, mechanical ascenders and descenders, and innovation in the style of climbing,” Mr Palamountain said.
Competing at a state level from 1999 and a national event in 2001, Mr Palamountain said the sport is spectacular for competitors and onlookers alike.
“It’s a huge adrenalin rush competing up a tree,” he said.
With an expectation to complete the competition tasks with precision, speed and safety, Mr Palamountain said the pressure was intense for competitors.
“It’s a fantastic atmosphere,” he said.
More than just swinging in trees
The Australian Tree Climbing Championships consist of five preliminary rounds the competitors must complete to qualify for the finals.
The first round, a work climb, has the competitor placed on a working platform within the canopy.
They must then locate and ring several bells placed within the tree, with points allocated for speed, technique and safety.
In the second round competitors must complete an aerial rescue of a weighted dummy, placed in a tree, that is suffering from a simulated ailment.
The third round relies on a climber’s speed and accuracy as they attempt to hit several targets placed within the canopy with their weight and throw line.
Speed also counts heavily for the fourth round, where they must rope-climb-ascend as fast as they can and ring a bell secured at the top of a tree.
The final qualification round sees the competitor climb a tree using a “secured foot-lock” technique, where they must use a free-hanging rope to climb the tree and only use their hands and legs to advance.
The top qualifiers progress to the Master’s Challenge, which is a combination of several tasks that need to be completed within a 20-minute time window.
The winner of Master’s Challenge is crowned the Australian champion and qualifies to compete in the International Tree Climbing Championships.
“That’s a very big event, with competitors from Europe, New Zealand, Asia and America all competing for the world champion title,” Mr Palamountain said.
Mr Palamountain said the Americans lead the earlier international championships, in the 1990s German climbers emerged as the leaders and recently New Zealand has provided world champion winners.
Heats for the National Tree Climbing Championships will be held at Pinky Flat, War Memorial Drive, Adelaide on Saturday May 30, 2015, with the Master’s Final on Sunday.
Highest Standards
We believe at Sydney Tree Solutions that our reputation and keeping our clients happy is absolutely essential to our success and strive to maintain the highest standards, providing expert arboricultural services delivered in a friendly, prompt and efficient manner that meets all budgetary expectations.
This attitude has not only generated many client recommendations but it has also given us a reputation within the industry as a company that can be relied on to deliver.
Canada Bay Council
Professional Arborist in Canada Bay
Ashfield Council
Professional Arborist in Ashfield
Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Stump Grinding and Professional Arborist services around Ashfield and the following suburbs:
- Croydon
- Five Dock
- Haberfield
- Croydon Park
- Summer Hill
- Ashbury
- Hurlstone Park Dulwich Hill
Council Approvals
Council approval in writing must be obtained prior to any works being carried out. Breaching a tree preservation order can result in very heavy fines.
You will find more information regarding the Inner-West Council permission for tree pruning and tree removal here. The owner of the property on which the tree resides, or an agent acting on behalf of the owner, will need to apply.
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Woollahrah Council
Professional Arborist in Woollahrah
Sydney Tree Solutions provides tree services such as Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Stump Grinding and Professional Arborist services in the Woollahra Council municipality that includes all or some of the following suburbs:
Bellevue Hill
Darling Point
Double Bay
Edgecliff
Paddington (also Sydney)
Point Piper
Rose Bay
Vaucluse (Also Waverley)
Watsons Bay
Woollahra
The following is a summary of the Woollahra Council Tree Preservation Order, which is now covered by the Woollahra Council Development Control Plan (DCP) 2015 – Chapter E3 Tree Management and the Woollahra Tree Management Policy 2011, to identify works that can be done without council approval and exempt tree species. This overview is only a guide. Please reference the complete Woollahra Council DCP 2015 – Chapter E3 Tree Management for more detailed information on council regulations and exemptions. Care should also be taken to check the property zoning and that the tree is not protected for Ecological or Heritage reasons (i.e Heritage conservation zones and significant tree registers).
Woollahra Council Tree Preservation Order allows for the following tree removal or tree pruning works WITHOUT council permission. For all works outside of this scope, council approval in writing is required.
- Any tree less than 5m in height and a canopy width less than 3m. Note: Excludes heritage conservation areas and items.
- Removal of deadwood and dead trees. Removal of parasitic plants in Trees.
- Minor pruning of trees according to AS4373 to provide building clearances of up to 2m from the external face of a building, roof or powerlines (Max branch diameter 50mm at collar).
- Tree removal or pruning where tree poses imminent danger to human life or property (Evidence from AQF Level 5 arborist required).
- Any tree listed for Woollahra Council under the Noxious Weeds Act 1993 and any tree species listed as an exempt species under the Woollahra Council DCP 2015 – Chapter E3 Tree Management (see table below). Does not apply if Heritage site or Significant Tree Register.
BOTANICAL NAME | COMMON NAME | LIMITATION |
Ailanthus altissima | Tree of Heaven | None |
Bambusa spp. | Bamboo | None |
Celtis spp. | Hackberry | < 10m |
Cinnamomum camphora | Camphor laurel | < 10m |
Cupressocyparis leylandii | Leighton Cypress | None |
Erythrina x sykesii | Coral Tree | None |
Ficus elastic | Rubber Tree | None |
Gleditsia triacanthos | Honey Locust | None |
Lagunaria patersonia | Norfolk Island Hibiscus | None |
Ligustrum sp | Privet (under weeds) | None |
Musa cavendishii | Banana | None |
Nerium oleander | Oleander | None |
Olea europaea var. Africana | African Olive | None |
Populus spp. | Poplars | < 10m |
Salix spp. | Willow | None |
Scheflera spp. | Umbrella trees | None |
Strelitzia nicolai | Giant Bird of Paradise | None |
Syagrus romanzoffianum | Cocos palm | None |
Toxiocodendron sp. | Rhus Tree (under weeds) | None |
Note: Council still needs to be notified in writing 7 days prior to carrying out works on exempt tree species.
Council Approvals
Council approval in writing must be obtained prior to any works being carried out. Breaching a tree preservation order can result in very heavy fines.
The application forms for obtaining a Woollahra Council permit for tree pruning and tree removal can be downloaded below. The owner of the property on which the tree resides, or an agent acting on behalf of the owner, will need to apply.
WOOLLAHRA COUNCIL HERITAGE AND SIGNIFICANT TREE REGISTERS
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Ruth, Lane Cove
I wanted to tell you how incredibly impressed I am with the job you have done. From the outset, you were great. You showed up when you said you would, you stuck to your quote and you were really easy to contact and deal with. Then today, I was blown away by all your guys. All so friendly, polite, accommodating and considerate. They’ve completed what I thought would take many more hours in an incredibly short time frame and cleaned up great. They are a real credit to you and I’d be happy to recommend your service to anyone who asked. Thanks very much for a great job done. I’m thrilled with the results.
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Sarah, Bronte
Hi Mike, thanks very much, very happy with the job. Your guys were very professional and acted in the best interest of the trees at all times. Many Thanks.
Jo and Peter, Stanmore
Thank you for the work that your crew carried out at Stanmore. We were very impressed with the efficiency, agility and quality of their work. Please send them our thanks and compliments
Margo, Northbridge
Mike just wanted to say we were so pleased with the job you did for us – you are all very professional, we will definitely recommend you !
Guy, Cammeray
Many thanks for the job you did on Monday. I have just paid the invoice by eft. Very impressed with the speed, professionalism and clean up afterwards…! Thanks again
Diana and Robert – Mosman
We have had a number of trees removed from our property and Mike and his crew were by far the most professional, efficient and conscientious. Their team work and attention to detail was truly impressive and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone with a large difficult tree that needs to be removed.
Tom, Timberland Trees
“I have used Michael from Sydney Tree Solutions for over 8 years now and he has always provided an outstanding service. A very reliable, experienced and talented individual that makes complex and sometimes dangerous tasks seem easy whilst also maintaining a high level of safety … a real specialist”.
Peter, Comprehensive Landscapes
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Fred and Andrew, Action Tree Management
“We have used Sydney Tree Solutions for over 4 years now on almost a weekly basis for a wide range of jobs ranging from huge complex crane jobs to intricate dead wooding and pruning. Michael is one of the most talented, professional and reliable climbers we have ever seen and wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Sydney Tree Solutions to anyone”.
Margaret, Lane Cove
“Thankyou Sydney Tree Solutions for another great job. Always a pleasure to use such a friendly and professional team”.