Thank you to everyone who participated in our community engagement on permit assessment criteria to remove a protected tree on private property.

Between 5 July and 13 August 2023, we heard from 287 community members via online survey and individual and stakeholder meetings about the reviewed considerations for assessing Local Law tree pruning and removal permit applications on private property, as well as permit replanting requirements.

Support and a few mixed views:

• There was overall support for permit assessment criteria that includes consideration of access safety, disability, financial hardship or complex medical needs.
• Many felt letters of support from neighbours for tree removal permits should be considered.
• The vast majority supported Council facilitating support services for vulnerable residents to retain a protected tree.
• Participants were divided about the proposed replanting requirements.

Next steps

Council will consider a report on community and stakeholder feedback and adopting a proposed Local Law Guidelines at its 21 November 2023 meeting.

• Read the agenda
• Ask a question
• Submit a written statement (request to be heard)
• Watch the meeting live or view a recording