State Jurisdictional Framework: NSW
Tree Removal & Lopping Permits in New South Wales
Statutory council planning controls, Fair Work CW3 benchmarks, and local government calculators for tree removal & lopping permits across New South Wales.
Benchmark Installed Rate
$140 –$290/hr
Statutory Reference: State Environmental Planning Policy (Biodiversity and Conservation) 2021 & Council TPOMost NSW councils require a formal Tree Permit or Council Arborist Inspection before removing or pruning more than 10% of a canopy for trees over 3m to 5m in height. Removing protected trees without a permit risks fines exceeding $20,000 under the EPA Act.
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Select your Local Government Area to open the interactive calculator and local DA checklist.
Metro Council
City of Blacktown
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Metro Council
City of Liverpool
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Metro Council
City of Parramatta
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Metro Council
City of Penrith
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Metro Council
Northern Beaches Council
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Metro Council
Randwick City Council
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Metro Council
Sutherland Shire
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Metro Council
The Hills Shire
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