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Tree removal in Roseville 2069

Thinking of removing or pruning a tree in Roseville? The rules here are set by Ku-ring-gai Council. Check whether you likely need approval, then get free quotes from licensed local arborists.

Heads up: parts of Roseville fall under Willoughby City Council. Confirm which council covers your address.

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Tree rules in Roseville

State Environmental Planning Policy (Biodiversity and Conservation) 2021, Ch. 2 (Vegetation in Non-Rural Areas) + each council's Development Control Plan (DCP).

โ— Researchedยท last checked 2026-06-28official source โ†—

Compiled from the council's published rules and cross-checked. Always confirm with the council.

Which trees are protected in Ku-ring-gai Council?

Ku-ring-gai Council protects effectively all trees on private land โ€” removing or significantly pruning a tree generally needs council approval unless an exemption applies (see below).

Ku-ring-gai Council defers prescribed tree definition to State SEPP (Biodiversity and Conservation) 2021; no size thresholds specified in this local DCP.

When you may not need approval

  • roof overhang pruning
  • within 3m of dwelling
  • minor pruning โ‰ค50mm diameter
  • dead wood
Full Ku-ring-gai Council tree rules โ†’

Do I need a permit in Roseville?

Answer a few questions for an instant, indicative result based on Ku-ring-gai Council's rules.

Checking against Ku-ring-gai Council (for Roseville).

Fill in the tree details and we'll estimate whether you likely need council approval.

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