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Get Cheaper Tree Removal in South Melbourne, 3205
Last updated:
20 August 2023
The cost of tree removal in South Melbourne, 3205 varies depending on a number of factors including tree size and location.
The average tree removal cost in South Melbourne, VIC is $1,455 which is 5% cheaper than the national average of $1,530
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Do I need council approval for tree removal South Melbourne?
Port Phillip council does allow for the removal of trees in South Melbourne, VIC without council consent.
a) a tree on private land with a trunk circumference smaller than 1.5 metres when measured 1 metre from its base; or b) a multi-stemmed tree on private land where the circumference of its exterior stems equals or is smaller than 1.5 metres when measured 1 metre from its base. Any tree larger than the above is considered a “significant tree” and a work permit must be obtained before removal.
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 South Melbourne, VIC under the local Port Phillip Council umbrella there are trees exempt from needing council approval before removal.
NA.Do I need a permit to prune a tree in South Melbourne, 3205 VIC?
Pruning can be carried out on trees in South Melbourne, VIC. They types of pruning allowed are as follows:
A permit is not required to prune a significant tree to comply with the following requirements: 1. Where it overhangs a footpath or other part of the road used by pedestrians to any extent up to a height of 2.1 metres, or 2. Where the tree extends over any part of a road in such a way that it: a) obstructs the view between vehicles at an intersection; or b) obstructs the view between vehicles and pedestrians; or c) obstructs any Council assets including drains; or d) obscures a traffic control item from an approaching vehicle or pedestrian; or e) obscures street lighting; or f) constitutes a danger to vehicles or pedestrians or compromising the safe and convenient use of the road. If a tree is to be pruned under any of these exemptions detailed above, for the avoidance of doubt, you are strongly encouraged to keep photographic evidence of the tree prior to conducting any works that clearly demonstrates one or more of the obstructions detailed above. Refer to the above removal requirements as they also apply to pruning.
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Safety standards for accredited tree arborists in South Melbourne
Certified arborist in the South Melbourne 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 South Melbourne, vic 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.
