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Trees on your Property

In the Hunters Hill local government area, there are specific rules regarding the pruning or removal of trees. These rules are in place to protect our trees and the urban forest canopy.

The information in the pages below will help you determine whether you need a permit, development application, or if an exemption applies.

Exemptions

Understand the exemptions that apply to approval for pruning and removal of trees.

Neighbours Trees

Understand your rights and responsibilities in relation to your neighbours trees.

Prescribed Vegetation

Understand what trees and shrubs are protected as prescribed vegetation.

Tree DAs

Find out how to submit a development application for pruning or removal of a tree.

Tree Permits

Apply for a tree permit to seek approval to prune or removal prescribed vegetation.