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Get Cheaper Tree Removal in Upper Mount Gravatt, 4122
Last updated:
20 August 2023
The cost of tree removal in Upper Mount Gravatt, 4122 varies depending on a number of factors including tree size and location.
The average tree removal cost in Upper Mount Gravatt, QLD is $1,490 which is 3% cheaper than the national average of $1,530
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Do I need council approval for tree removal Upper Mount Gravatt?
Brisbane City council does allow for the removal of trees in Upper Mount Gravatt, QLD without council consent.
Your property may have protected vegetation if it: is located near or in the Brisbane River or a waterway corridor is located in a bushland area or rural area contains large significant trees even in an urban area has heritage values. You should check with Council if this applies to your property by phoning 07 3403 8888. A permit is not required if a tree is demonstrating obvious signs of immediate hazard (split tree trunks; leaning tree(s) with soil upheaval). The signs of hazard must be demonstrated by adequate photographic evidence, and if requested an arborist report, submitted within 10 business days of the occurrence of the threat event *. Failing to demonstrate that any trees removed were causing an immediate and significant threat can result in compliance action. *Email: CARS-NALL@brisbane.qld.gov.au Mail: Compliance & Regulatory Services Environmental Management Team GPO Box 1434 BRISBANE QLD 4001
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 Upper Mount Gravatt, QLD under the local Brisbane City Council umbrella there are trees exempt from needing council approval before removal.
NA.Do I need a permit to prune a tree in Upper Mount Gravatt, 4122 QLD?
Pruning can be carried out on trees in Upper Mount Gravatt, QLD. They types of pruning allowed are as follows:
Your property may have protected vegetation if it: is located near or in the Brisbane River or a waterway corridor is located in a bushland area or rural area contains large significant trees even in an urban area has heritage values. You should check with Council if this applies to your property by phoning 07 3403 8888. A permit is not required to prune as long as: - No more than 20% of the live foliage volume of a tree or shrub is removed in any 12month period; and - The part removed is distributed evenly over the whole crown and the tree or shrub is not left lop-sided Pruning means maintenance or remedial pruning in accordance with AS 4373-2007 Pruning of amenity trees
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Safety standards for accredited tree arborists in Upper Mount Gravatt
Certified arborist in the Upper Mount Gravatt 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 Upper Mount Gravatt, qld 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.
