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Get Cheaper Tree Removal in Birchgrove, 2041

Updated: 21 October 2021

The cost of tree removal in Birchgrove, 2041 varies depending on a number of factors including tree size and location.

The average tree removal cost in Birchgrove, NSW is $1,254 which is 9.06% expensive than the national average of $1,150.

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Do I need council approval for tree removal Birchgrove?

Leichhardt council does allow for the removal of trees in Birchgrove, NSW without council consent.

Tree removal is possible without council approval if;

Trees that are less than 4 metres in height and have a trunk diameter of
less than 200 millimetres, when measured at height of 1 metre from the
ground.

The removal of torn limbs or dead wood, such as individual branches,
but does not include whole trees.

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 Birchgrove, NSW under the local Leichhardt Council umbrella there are trees exempt from needing council approval before removal.

Bamboo Loquat Rubber plant large and small leaf Privet Banana plant Oleander Rhus or Wax tree Mulberry Queen or cocos palm Umbrella tree Avocado Tree of heaven Norfolk Island Hibiscus Mango tree

Do I need a permit to prune a tree in Birchgrove, 2041 NSW?

Pruning can be carried out on trees in Birchgrove, NSW. They types of pruning allowed are as follows:

Tree pruning is possible without council approval if;

1) Pruning of less than 10% of the canopy or root system up to once
every growing season and only of branches less than 100 millimetres in
diameter

2) Removal of torn limbs or dead wood, such as individual branches,
but does not include whole trees.

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Safety standards for accredited tree arborists in Birchgrove

Certified arborist in the Birchgrove 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 Birchgrove, 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.