Tree removal in Lord Howe Island 2898
Thinking of removing or pruning a tree in Lord Howe Island? This area follows NSW state tree rules. Check whether you likely need approval, then get free quotes from licensed local arborists.
Tree rules in Lord Howe Island
State Environmental Planning Policy (Biodiversity and Conservation) 2021, Ch. 2 (Vegetation in Non-Rural Areas) + each council's Development Control Plan (DCP).
In most of urban NSW you need your council's approval (a permit) before removing or substantially pruning a tree that the council's Development Control Plan (DCP) protects. The DCP decides which trees are protected — usually by height and/or trunk size, and sometimes by species or location. Thresholds and exemptions differ from council to council, so the rule that applies to you is set by your local council, not by a single statewide number.
- Dead, dying or dangerous trees that are an imminent risk to people or property (most councils require a qualified arborist's report — keep photos and the report).
- Minor pruning within Australian Standard AS 4373-2007 (often up to ~10% of the canopy in a year) — council-dependent.
- Certain listed weed or exempt species, and trees under the council's size threshold.
- Trees within a set distance of an approved dwelling — but the distance varies by council and many councils have no such exemption.
Do I need a permit in Lord Howe Island?
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