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Tree Removal Stonnington Council Regulations
Updated: 6 April 2020
Can I remove a tree in Stonnington without a permit?
Yes, it is possible to remove some trees in Stonnington Council area without a permit, but under certain conditions.
Below is a summary of the Councils Tree Preservation Order TPO.
Under what conditions?
A Significant Tree Work Permit must be obtained before a person removes, prunes, damages, kills or destroys a Significant Tree (including its roots) under the City of Stonnington General Local Law 2008 (No.1).
A Significant Tree is any Tree listed in Council’s ‘Significant Tree Register’ or is a tree:
- With a trunk circumference of 180 centimetres or greater measured at its base.
- With a total circumference of all its trunks of 180 centimetres or greater measured at its base.
- With a trunk circumference of 140 centimetres or greater measured at 1.5 metres above its base.
- With a total circumference of all its trunks of 140 centimetres or greater measured at 1.5 metres above its base.
Exempt trees
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.
Why Permits?
One of the things that identifies Stonnington is its well-established parks and streets lined with trees.
As a result, the city council would like to maintain this look all through for a healthy, safe and good urban forest characterized by diversity.
90% of these trees however are owned privately.
As a result, there is a need to regulate the removal through permits to make sure the forest cover remains.
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Disclaimer
We do our best to keep accurate and up to date information on council policy regarding tree trimming and removal. Councils can change their policy without notice, and we may also make errors, so I recommend using the information on this page as a guide. Please refer to your local council TPO or speak with a local arborist before proceeding.
How to apply for a tree removal permit
Go to the above online form and fill it out to make a formal request for tree removal approval.
Things required when applying for a tree removal permit
If you are planning to make a removal application remember to provide the following.
- Make sure that you provide an application fee.
- Proof of your identity.
- Proof of ownership to the respective property.
- In case the tree is within an area under Owner’s Corporation management, then you are required to provide a letter from Property Manager for authorization and indicating OC number as well as supporting the tree works proposed on the application.
Refer to the following link to know about the latest fees on applications.
Conditions after a permit is granted
Once you get the permit, expect the following conditions to be indicated.
- The expiry date for the permit.
- Notifications to residents on tree removals.
- Qualifications required for the person doing the work.
- Insurance requirements for the person doing the work.
- Replacement trees conditions.
Stonnington Council contact details
Phone: 8290 1333
Website: http://www.stonnington.vic.gov.au
Stonnington Tree Preservation order - TPO
The above is a summary of your local Councils tree preservation order. Please follow the link for the full document.
FAQs
There are a few ways to go about it. You should always go for a qualified arborist with plenty of experience. Make sure they have more than 20 reviews online and have a minimum score of 4.5 stars or great.
We can match you with a top-voted tree removal service in Melbourne here. Just enter your postcode and a few details about your tree job and get 3 obligation-free quotes from the local top voted contractors.
The cost to remove a tree will depend on a few different factors. Things like the size of the tree, number of branches, the species and location on your property will all play a role.
The average cost of tree removal is $871. But the real range is $225 – $4,500. Make sure you get at least 3 quotes before deciding on one company.
Tree removal and pruning is difficult to quote just by a description over the phone. Same goes for sending pics of the tree. This is because it is hard to gauge the actual size of a tree from images as well as look at access for machinery. An on-site inspection is needed to make sure you are given a fair price.
You may prune any branches that are hanging over your yard from your neighbour’s side, just as long as you are working within the cities Tree Preservation Order.
You may remove your neighbour’s branches, but if it violates council tree pruning laws, you will get a fine. You are best speaking to a local arborist first before proceeding.
Tree trimming will vary depending on the tree, number of branches and access. The average price of tree trimming is $429, but that the true price range is $75 – $1,800.
You can check out our Tree Trimming Cost Guide here to get a better idea of tree trimming cost by tree size. Or you can use this Free Service and compare local top rated tree service actual quotes.
Author: Ben McInerney is a qualified arborist with over 15 years of industry experience. He uses his in-depth knowledge of the tree service industry to give readers to most accurate information on tree service costs and helps to educate about the benefits of using a certified arborist for tree trimming and removal work.
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