Tree Removal Gawler Council Regulations

Updated: 8 April 2020

Can I remove a tree without a council permit?

Yes, but under certain conditions.

Under what conditions?

A tree can be removed without council approval if;

– The tree has a trunk circumference of 2.0m or less measured at a point 1.0m above natural ground level

– Trees with multiple trunks, it is those with trunks with a total circumference of 2.0m or more and an average circumference of 625mm or more measured at a point 1.0m above natural ground level.

A number of tree species are exempt from regulated tree controls. Please see the tree exemption list below.

In addition the above, there is no need to see council approval if:

– A tree that is dead

– The tree is within 20 meters of a dwelling in Medium or High Bushfire Protection Areas.

– The trees is located within 10 meters of an existing dwelling or existing in ground swimming pool, unless it is one of the two following species of trees:

• Agonis flexuosa (Willow Myrtle)
• Eucalyptus (any tree of the species)

Everything about pruning of trees is considered the same as removal.

As a result, the rules discussed above apply even in pruning. It is all under tree works which are regulated by the city council

There are trees that can be removed no matter what their size or condition as they are considered a pest by your local council. The above listed conditions do not apply.

Yes, see table below

Trees growing on public land and streets are considered to be council property. As a result, they are managed and regulated by the council.

The council may have to prune or cut such trees under the following circumstances.

• In case the trees are not healthy
• Pruning if the trees are damaged
• Removal of trees causing damage to private property
• Trees interfering with power lines or any other type of infrastructure.

www.sa.gov.au/planning/developmentapplications

Go to the above online form and fill it out to make a formal request for tree removal approval.

Yes.
In any case you are found to have worked on regulated or significant trees without permit, then you will be guilty of an offence.

The council will require you to pay huge fines and it can include replacing the removed trees.

Phone: (08) 8522 9211
Website: http://www.gawler.sa.gov.au

The above is a summary for your local Councils tree preservation order. Please follow the link for the full document.

https://www.sa.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0003/17571/Protecting_Reg_and_Sig_Trees_Comm_Info.pdf