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Get Cheaper Tree Removal in Bolwarra, 2320

Updated: 21 October 2021

The cost of tree removal in Bolwarra, 2320 varies depending on a number of factors including tree size and location.

The average tree removal cost in Bolwarra, 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 Bolwarra?

Maitland council does allow for the removal of trees in Bolwarra, NSW without council consent.

Development approval is required for the removal on trees which are;

1) Over three metres in height, or which have a branch spread of three metres or more,
2) And a trunk diameter of 100mm or more measured at 1.0m.

Exempt trees include;

1) dead trees
2) Trees that are dangerous as identified by a qualified arborist
3) fallen trees
4) 10/50 fire clearance in certain areas

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

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Do I need a permit to prune a tree in Bolwarra, 2320 NSW?

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

Development approval is required for the pruning of trees which are;

1) Over three metres in height, or which have a branch spread of three metres or more,
2) And a trunk diameter of 100mm or more measured at 1.0m.

Exempt trees include;

1) Trimming dead wood
2) Dangerous branches as identified by a qualified arborist

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Safety standards for accredited tree arborists in Bolwarra

Certified arborist in the Bolwarra 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 Bolwarra, 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.