Jump straight to the city or suburb you live in and find out about local tree removal laws for free, including any exemptions that may apply.
Many people don’t realize that there are many rules and regulations for removing trees. You must first contact your local council, which will provide different guidelines depending on where you live.
You can also find this tree removal laws information online at any one of your QLD’s council websites and search for their “Tree Preservation Order” (TPO).
Some councils might require permits but others won’t; it all depends on how big the tree is, how close to your house it is, what the local pest species are and what kind of coverage of canopy your local council is looking to achieve.
You can also jump directly to info on the main QLD councils here:
In most cases, the below trees will not need a permit to remove them. However, it’s always best to check with your local council as they may have different guidelines:
The cost of tree removal in QLD will vary depending on where you live. Tree service rates are typically higher the closer you get to the Brisbane CBD. The main factor is, of course, the size of the tree and the time needed to remove it.
The average price ranges from $1,125 to $4,560, and the average price so far this year is $1,930.
