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Get Cheaper Tree Removal in Saratoga, 2251

Updated: 21 October 2021

The cost of tree removal in Saratoga, 2251 varies depending on a number of factors including tree size and location.

The average tree removal cost in Saratoga, 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 Saratoga?

Gosford City council does allow for the removal of trees in Saratoga, NSW without council consent.

1) They are smaller than 3m high
2) Dead trees
3) Fallen trees due to storm or other
4) Trees within three metres of an approved building. 

- This distance is to be measured one metre above ground level and betweenthe face of the wall and the part of the trunk nearest the building.

5) The 10/50 Vegetation Clearing Code of Practice

This means owners of properties within the entitlement area can remove any tree (over a height of three metres) that is within 10 metres of a habitable dwelling, or any vegetation under three metres (such as shrubs and plants) that is within 50 metres of a habitable dwelling, without requiring consent.

Vegetation may only be cleared in accordance with the 10/50 rules as set out in the Code of Practice.

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 Saratoga, NSW under the local Gosford City Council umbrella there are trees exempt from needing council approval before removal.

Cocos palm Camphor laurel Golden Cypruss Coral tree Rubber tree Radiata pine Willow tree Umbrella tree

Do I need a permit to prune a tree in Saratoga, 2251 NSW?

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

Tree can be pruned without council approval if:

1) They are smaller than 3m high
2) Removing dead branches
3) Trees within three (3) metres of an approved building.
- This distance is to be measured one (1) metre above ground level and between
the face of the wall and the part of the trunk nearest the building.
4) Power line clearance
5) Roof or building clearance

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Safety standards for accredited tree arborists in Saratoga

Certified arborist in the Saratoga 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 Saratoga, 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.