Tree removal in Macleay Island 4184
Thinking of removing or pruning a tree in Macleay Island? The rules here are set by Redland. Check whether you likely need approval, then get free quotes from licensed local arborists.
Tree rules in Macleay Island
Planning Act 2016 + council local laws and Vegetation Protection Orders; Vegetation Management Act 1999 (mainly rural/native vegetation).
Compiled from the council's published rules and cross-checked. Always confirm with the council.
Which trees are protected in Redland?
Redland protects effectively all trees on private land — removing or significantly pruning a tree generally needs council approval unless an exemption applies (see below).
Redland City Council controls tree removal on private land through Local Law 6 (Protection of Vegetation), Environmental Significance Overlay under the Redland City Plan, and Vegetation Protection Orders. Protection is based on assessment determining if vegetation is "significant" rather than a simple size threshold. Specific numerical thresholds for height and trunk diameter could not be retrieved from official sources - PDFs are blocked on council servers. Penalty for illegal removal up to 850 penalty units.
When you may not need approval
- Tree within 10 metres of an existing dwelling
- Tree within 3 metres of approved structure (shed, pool)
- Tree within 3 metres of property boundary for fence maintenance or fire break
- Declared pest trees
Do I need a permit in Macleay Island?
Answer a few questions for an instant, indicative result based on Redland's rules.
Fill in the tree details and we'll estimate whether you likely need council approval.