Apply for a Tree Protection Local Law Permit

Use this form to

Apply for a Tree Protection Local Law Permit, if you’re planning on doing any of the following to a tree on private property protected under our local laws:

• Remove a tree.
• Prune a significant tree.
• Do works near a tree.

Who can use this form

• Tree owners, or someone acting on their behalf
• Owners of a property where works may impact a neighbouring tree

To complete this form

First, confirm that the tree is protected under our local laws.

If it’s not protected, you don’t need a Tree Protection Local Law Permit, but you might need a Planning Permit instead.

Next, you will need to:

• Tell us what works you’re proposing for each tree.
• Tell us why you want to do the works (for example, tree health or safety concerns).
• Tell us the circumference of the tree/s, measured at 1.5 m above ground
• Provide a site plan of the tree/s location
• Upload photos of the tree/s.
• Upload all relevant documents.
• Upload evidence of consent to apply for the permit, if you are acting on behalf of someone. For example, an owners corporation, or the owner of a property where works may impact a neighbouring tree.

Fees

Application fees vary depending on the works you’re doing, and how many trees will be impacted.

Credit card surcharge:

• 1.14% – Visa or Mastercard credit card. 
• 0.88% – American Express credit card. 

There is no surcharge for Visa or Mastercard debit cards. 

There is no fee for PayPal transactions.

Once you’ve submitted this form, we will

• Send you an email and optional SMS confirmation
• Assess your application.
• Visit the property with a qualified arborist to assess your application.
• Generally respond to you with an outcome within 10 business days, unless we need more information.

What happens with your information?

We record your information on our customer database and make it available to relevant Council staff in line with City of Boroondara’s Privacy Statement.

The contact details you provide to Council may be used by Council to contact you in relation to other Council functions and services.

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