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Get Cheaper Tree Removal in South Yarra, 3141
Last updated:
20 August 2023
The cost of tree removal in South Yarra, 3141 varies depending on a number of factors including tree size and location.
The average tree removal cost in South Yarra, 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 Yarra?
Stonnington council does allow for the removal of trees in South Yarra, VIC without council consent.
When is a Tree Work Permit required? A Significant Tree Work Permit must be obtained before a person removes, prunes, damages, kills or destroys a Significant Tree (including its roots) under the City of Stonnington General Local Law 2008 (No.1). A Significant Tree is any tree: - with a trunk circumference of 180 centimetres or greater measured at its base - with a total circumference of all its trunks of 180 centimetres or greater measured at its base - with a trunk circumference of 140 centimetres or greater measured at 1.5 metres above its base - with a total circumference of all its trunks of 140 centimetres or greater measured at 1.5 metres above its base. If your tree is not classified as a significant tree by the guidelines outlined above, you may remove it without a work permit.
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 Yarra, VIC under the local Stonnington Council umbrella there are trees exempt from needing council approval before removal.
NA.Do I need a permit to prune a tree in South Yarra, 3141 VIC?
Pruning can be carried out on trees in South Yarra, VIC. They types of pruning allowed are as follows:
Refer to the above removal requirements as they also apply to pruning.
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Safety standards for accredited tree arborists in South Yarra
Certified arborist in the South Yarra 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 Yarra, 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.
