Tree removal in Gledswood Hills 2557
Thinking of removing or pruning a tree in Gledswood Hills? The rules here are set by Camden Council. Check whether you likely need approval, then get free quotes from licensed local arborists.
Tree rules in Gledswood Hills
State Environmental Planning Policy (Biodiversity and Conservation) 2021, Ch. 2 (Vegetation in Non-Rural Areas) + each council's Development Control Plan (DCP).
Compiled from the council's published rules and cross-checked. Always confirm with the council.
Which trees are protected in Camden Council?
Trees about 3m tall or 10cm trunk (diameter at 1m above natural ground surface) or larger are generally protected and need approval.
Trees protected if 3m tall, 300mm circumference at 1m height (not 10cm diameter), or 3m branch span; removal requires assessment under circumference/height thresholds with exemptions for routine pruning, confirmed dead trees, fruit fly hosts, invasive species, survey work, and minor pruning under 50mm diameter.
When you may not need approval
- routine hedge pruning
- dead trees confirmed by arborist without hollow habitat
- fruit fly trees
- noxious weeds (privet, African olive, honey locust, cocos palm, Chinese celtis)
Do I need a permit in Gledswood Hills?
Answer a few questions for an instant, indicative result based on Camden Council's rules.
Fill in the tree details and we'll estimate whether you likely need council approval.