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Get Cheaper Tree Removal in Balmoral Beach, 2283
Last updated:
20 August 2023
The cost of tree removal in Balmoral Beach, 2283 varies depending on a number of factors including tree size and location.
The average tree removal cost in Balmoral Beach, NSW is $1,632 which is 7% expensive than the national average of $1,530
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Do I need council approval for tree removal Balmoral Beach?
Mosman council does allow for the removal of trees in Balmoral Beach, NSW without council consent.
- It is 5m or less in height; or - Has a circumference of 450mm (150mm in diameter) or less measured 300mm above ground level; or - Is 2m or more in height, located in a heritage conservation area; or if your tree is a heritage item or form part of a heritage item. - Private tree ferns (Cyathea australis and Cyathea cooperi) which are 2m or less in height. - Vegetation and trees on public land including dead material - Tree that is a declared noxious weed under the Noxious Weeds Act 1993
You can download an application form by going here
Are there certain trees exempt from above rules?
Some local councils have a list of tree species that are exempt from any limitations on removal as they are considered a pest. In Balmoral Beach, NSW under the local Mosman Council umbrella there are trees exempt from needing council approval before removal.
- Camphor Laurel (with height < 10m)
- Citrus Trees
- Cocos Palm
- Coral Tree
- Cotoneaster
- Cupressus Spp.
- Hackberry
- Hibiscus
- Leyland Cypress
- Mulberry
- Oleander
- Paw Paw
- Privet
- Prunus
- Rubber Tree
- Umbrella Tree
- Wild Olive
- Willow
Do I need a permit to prune a tree in Balmoral Beach, 2283 NSW?
Pruning can be carried out on trees in Balmoral Beach, NSW. They types of pruning allowed are as follows:
1 Are 5m or less in height; or • Have a circumference of 450mm (150mm in diameter) or less measured 300mm above ground level; or • Are 2m or more in height, located in a heritage conservation area; or • If they are a heritage item or form part of a heritage item. 2. Private tree ferns (Cyathea australis and Cyathea cooperi) which are 2m or less in height. 3. Vegetation and trees on public land including dead material 4. Tree that is a declared noxious weed under the Noxious Weeds Act 1993
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Safety standards for accredited tree arborists in Balmoral Beach
Certified arborist in the Balmoral Beach and surrounding areas need to all abide by the Australian standards when carrying out tree management work.
These standards include:
AS 4373:2007 - Pruning of amenity trees
AS 4970-2009 - Protection of trees on development sites
How do I apply for council approval?
If you do in fact need council approval before proceeding, you will need to fill in a tree removal application form which can be found on your local councils website. Normally there will be a small fee you will need to pay upon application.
You can download an application form by going here
Within 7 - 14 days you will have an arborist from the council for Balmoral Beach, nsw come out to inspect your tree. They will then give their recommendation on whether the tree should be removed or if a tree prune/ lop might be better.
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 them about the benefits of using a certified arborist for tree trimming and removal work.
