Tree removal in McMahons Point 2060
Thinking of removing or pruning a tree in McMahons Point? The rules here are set by North Sydney Council. Check whether you likely need approval, then get free quotes from licensed local arborists.
Tree rules in McMahons Point
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 North Sydney Council?
Trees about 5m tall or 50cm trunk (circumference at ground level) or larger are generally protected and need approval.
North Sydney Council protects trees exceeding 5m height, 5m crown width, or 500mm trunk circumference (ground level). Exemptions: dead trees only (confirmed by AQF Certificate 3 arborist, excluding trees required for wildlife habitat); deadwood/palm frond pruning; maintenance pruning (≤100mm branches, <10% crown, <2.4m above trunk OR <1m from buildings); hedges <5m unrestricted, ≥5m require qualified arborist per AS 4373; biosecurity risk trees except >10m; Council-maintained trees; Development Consent authorized; trees inside buildings; specified exempt species (some restricted on heritage land); heritage trees have stricter controls.
When you may not need approval
- non-declared trees under size thresholds
- dead or dying trees (confirmed by qualified arborist)
- pruning of deadwood including dead palm fronds
- maintenance pruning up to 10% crown volume with branches ≤100mm per AS 4373-2007
Do I need a permit in McMahons Point?
Answer a few questions for an instant, indicative result based on North Sydney Council's rules.
Fill in the tree details and we'll estimate whether you likely need council approval.