You can ask us to prune or remove a tree from a nature strip, park or reserve.
We may prune or remove a tree if it is:
- presenting a risk
- dead and has minimal value as a habitat for wildlife
- affected by a disease or pest
- approved as part of a planning permit
- to meet statutory requirements, for example power line clearing.
Trees that are an invasive pest species and are causing problems to an asset will be removed.
We probably won’t prune or remove a tree because it:
- casts too much shade
- inhibits the performance of solar panels
- interferes with antennas
- drops leaves, twigs or fruit
- is considered too big
- you don’t like the species or its location
- to clear property.
Organise a tree inspection
Review process
If you're unhappy with our arborist’s decision about the tree in question, you can request a review. As part of the review we may ask an independent consultant to assess the tree. If you are still not happy with the outcome of the review, our Director of Assets and City Services will get involved.
If a tree is removed a replacement tree will usually be planted in the same position or in a nearby more suitable location.
Tree pruning around powerlines
We are obligated to ensure public safety at all times in relation to fire risk, human injury and continuity of supply resulting from contact between power lines and vegetation.
Our Electric Line Clearance Management Plan(PDF, 2MB) sets out in detail how we approach tree pruning around power lines.
Please refer to our line clearing pruning cycle(PDF, 586KB).
Trees on private property
If you are thinking about pruning a tree on your property find out more about tree removal permits.