Don’t hire any Tree Services in the Randwick City Council area before read this!
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Don't hire any Tree Services in the Randwick City Council area before read this!
Home Tree Service’s Guide to Tree Work in Randwick City Council
Updated: 29/09/2022
Tree services can bring several benefits to your property, not only from the visual perspective but also for your finances. A tree that prevents natural light from coming inside your property may help to increase the use of electricity and its costs of it. Also, regular maintenance can contribute for the safety of your property and everyone who lives there. But before proceeding with any tree services, whether it’s Tree Removal, Tree Pruning or Tree Cutting, there are a number of things that need to be checked before. At Home Tree Services, we value the time, safety and money of all our clients, so we put a list of valuable information together that can help you in the initial steps to execute any Tree Services.
Do I need a council permit to prune or remove my tree?
Yes, for tree works that do not meet the following conditions.
Tree work that can be done without council approval:
If the tree has the following characteristics: under 6m in height, a canopy spread of under 4m, and a diameter under 1m at 1m above ground level
- If the tree is dying or dead and isn’t required as habitat for native fauna
- The removal of dead wood
- Crown thinning up to 10% of the existing canopy
- Crown lifting up to 2.5m from ground level
- Formative pruning of young trees and powerline clearance in line with the Australian Standard AS 4373 – 2007 – Pruning of Amenity Trees;
- Removal of trees within 2m of any building, measured horizontally from the closest part of the trunk to the building at 1m above ground level
- Tree work carried out under the State Emergency and Rescue Management Act 1989 or State Emergency Service Act 1989 the Rural Fires Act 1997, however evidence should be collected before works are carried out
Exemptions
Any tree work may be carried out to the following species:
| Botanical Name | Common Name |
| Ailanthus altissima | Tree of Heaven |
| Alnus jorullensis | Evergreen Elder |
| Bambusa spp. | Bamboo |
| Celtis occidentalis | Hackberry |
| Cotoneaster spp. | Cotoneaster |
| Cupressocyparis x leylandii | Leyland Cypress |
| Erythrina spp. | Coral Tree |
| Ficus elastica | Rubber Tree |
| Lagunaria patersonia | Norfolk Island Hibiscus |
| Ligustrum spp. | Privet |
| Morus spp. | Mulberry |
| Nerium oleander | Oleander |
| Ochna serrulata | Ochna |
| Olea europa var. africana | African Olive |
| Populus spp. | Poplars |
| Salix spp. | Willows |
| Schefflera actinophylla | Umbrella Tree |
| Syagrus romanzoffianum | Cocos Palm |
| Toxicodendron succedaneum | Rhus Tree |
Note: All work done should have clear evidence documenting the reason work is permitted before commencing.
Who performs tree pruning and cutting?
WorkCover NSW recommends that any tree work be carried out by a team with at least one person who holds a qualification of Certificate II in Horticulture (arboriculture) or above. When it comes to tree work involving tree climbing there must be a person on site who holds a minimum qualification of Certificate III Horticulture (arboriculture).
The Home Tree Services is fully qualified to execute any Tree Services;
What happens when you damage or cut trees that require a permit without one?
Unauthorised tree work, including any cutting or damage, will result in perpetrators required to rehabilitate the site and plant new trees in their stead. Perpetrators will also be vulnerable to significant fines as under the Local government Act 1993.
What to do in case you realise a tree has been illegally damaged?
If you have noticed damage done to a tree, such as removal, pruning, poisoning, or vandalism, you should report this to council via their call centre at 1300 722 542 so an investigation be performed. All information provided to the council is done so with strict confidentiality.
Who removes trees on public land and streets?
The management of trees on public lands is the responsibility of the council, therefore any removal or pruning work will be performed by them.
Ready to proceed with the Tree Service?
Disclaimer
The information above functions as a guide and should not be used as binding evidence before undertaking any tree removal or pruning. Always refer to your council policy and/or a qualified arborist before undertaking any tree work.
7 Things you need to know before hiring any Tree Removal, Tree Cutting Services in Canada Bay!
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7 Things you need to know before hiring any Tree Removal, Tree Cutting Services in Canada Bay!
At Home Tree Services, we value the time, money and safety of our clients. Before we start any service, we follow all the measurements necessary to provide an outstanding service that meets the requirements of each Council and Suburb. Check our Home Tree Service’s Guide to know what needs to be done before you proceed with any Tree Services, whether it’s Tree Removal, Tree Pruning or Tree Cutting in Canada Bay.
Do I need a council permit to prune or remove my tree?
Tree work that can be done without council approval:
- Ring barking, cutting, lopping or removal of trees with a height under four (4) metres
- Ring barking, cutting, lopping or removal of trees with a trunk girth under 500mm at its widest point
- Removal of dead trees or branches
Exemptions
- Tree work, such as ring barking, cutting, lopping or removal can be performed on the following trees, as long as the tree is not listed as an Heritage Item in an environmental planning instrument;
| Species Name | Common Name |
| Alnus jorullensis | Evergreen Alder |
| Bambusa spp | Bamboo |
| Celtris occidentalis | Sugarberry |
| Erythrina x sykesii | Indian Coral |
| Erythrina crista-galli | Coral Tree |
| Ficus elastica | Rubber Tree |
| Ligustrum spp | Privet |
| Nerium oleander | Oleander |
| Olea Africana | African Olive |
| Populus spp | Poplar |
| Salix spp | Willow |
| Schefflera spp | Umbrella Trees |
| Syagrus romanzoffianum | Queen/Coco’s Palm |
| Toxicodendron spp | Rhus Tree |
| Cinnamomum camphora (Camphor Laurel) or Liquidamber styraciflua (Liquidambar) where the outside edge of the trunk of such tree is located within 3 metres of any single storey dwelling (not being an out building eg. Garage, carport, shed, etc). | |
| A fruit tree grown for the purposes of fruit or fodder production except Acmena spp (Lilly Pilly), Syzygium spp (Lilly Pilly) or Elaeocarpus spp (Blueberry Ash). | |
- Tree work, such as ring barking, cutting, lopping or removal on a tree that is a declared noxious weed in the local government area of the City of Canada Bay under the Noxious Weed Act 1993.
- Tree work that is limited to the maintenance of a minimum clearance of five hundred (500) millimetres from domestic service leads as specified by Energy Australia, provided that the works were carried out by a qualified or experienced Arborist or Tree surgeon, in accordance with the Australian Standards for the Pruning of Amenity Trees AS 4373-1996.
Who performs tree pruning and cutting?
What happens when you damage or cut trees that require a permit without one?
What to do in case you realise a tree has been illegally damaged?
Who removes trees on public land and streets?
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