Hire Professional Arborists in Brisbane and Gold Coast

In short–yes. Contrary to popular belief, we always recommend asking for permission, instead of begging for forgiveness later. While it may seem common knowledge that you can remove a tree that grows within, and only in, the bounds of privately owned property, some trees are protected by local council and environmental laws or may cross over onto neighbouring properties and public pathways–meaning a permit to remove it may be required ahead of time.

If your tree in question grows along or over public thoroughfares, roads, sidewalks, and pedestrian pathways, or it’s shared between two or more private properties, always get advice before lopping the tree. With some large trees spreading over two or more properties, who owns the trees and who has the right to remove (or maintain!) it can be called in question

If you’re uncertain, we always recommend seeking advice from either an expert arborist team who can conduct tree assessments on your property or calling your local council. Further still, some councils require special permits to remove any trees–no matter who owns them or where they’re found--and may require arborist reports that detail the plan and impact of potential landscaping projects.

One last important point before considering tree removal: Queensland has some state-wide laws that prohibit the removal of VPO trees–in other words, Vegetation Protected Trees–and the remover could face significant fines if they are caught taking them down.

A way of preserving natural assets that make up Australia's unique vegetarian and wildlife biosphere, industry standard tree care sees some trees protected by Vegetation Protective orders in Brisbane and Gold Coast. We recommend seriously considering the need for tree removal before investing the time, effort, and resources into lopping services–most especially VPO trees.

While some trees will receive permission to be removed in the face of significant public risk, the process required to get a VPO tree removal order will require an application through QCAT. Speak to the Treesafe team if you’re unsure about the type of trees you’re facing and how to best approach receiving permission or permits to take them down.

Easy–call the Treesafe team! We’re a specialist arborist, lopping, and tree removal team that work across Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Industry experts in lopping trees for property developers, private homeowners, and local councils alike, know how to safely and effectively remove and dispose of trees.

Considering the safety of pedestrians, properties, and the crew, Treesafe regularly trains, upskills, and refreshes our team on the industry requirements and best practices needed to effectively get the job done. With each job including a full risk assessment, arborist report, and post-tree surgery disposal, our tree care and removal methods are second-to-none.

A number of factors influence tree removals services including the quantity of trees to be removed, size, location, disposal needs, and extenuating factors such as utility wires, water ways, and public thoroughfares.

If you’re developing a private property, there will likely be limited need to close down public thoroughfares or entryways to safely complete the job. For public properties, considering sidewalk, roads, and driveways will have to be considered and factored into the cost. Further still, some privately owned properties in limited council areas will be able to have trees removed without seeking council approval or applying for a permit.

Needing to apply for and secure a tree removal permit–or apply for a QCAT order to remove VPO trees–can significantly increase the cost.

Lastly, another factor to consider for both public and private properties includes tree trimming–which includes removing select branches that are overgrown, safety hazards, or at risk of interfering with public utilities. (Eg. telephone wires.) While full tree removal and disposal will not be required, hiring a crew and the equipment needed to safely work at heights, with expected safety hazards, and keeping the remaining trees healthy could influence your project cost.

To discuss your property needs and receive a Cost Quote, connect with our Brisbane tree experts and the Treesafe team for an obligation free quote. We can survey your property and arborist needs and offer a cost quote that includes the safe removal and disposal of your trees today.