There are many reasons why property owners may want to remove trees from their gardens, but if you are considering tree removal on the North Shore, you should brush up on your knowledge of protected tree species.
The first thing that you need to understand is that trees are protected on both local and state levels, therefore a tree that is protected in Tasmania won’t necessarily be protected in New South Wales and vice versa. Different states and cities determine which trees that they want to protect and all of the laws surrounding protected trees are outlined in the local council’s Tree Preservation Order.
Other names that are given to protected trees are heritage trees and significant trees. Trees may be protected because of their value and the cover they offer to urban forests among other reasons. As experts in tree removal on the North Shore, we’ll use this article to shed some light on protected trees in NSW and Australia.
What is a Registered Tree?
Registered trees are listed in the protected tree register because of their scientific value, aesthetic value, and cultural heritage.
What Features Do Regulated Trees Have?
While there are many tree species that are protected, there are also certain features that protect any tree no matter the species and these conditions include:
- Over 12 metres high
- Located on leased territory in a Tree Management precinct
- Circumference of 1.5 metres or more at a metre above the ground
- Crown width of 12 metres or more
The above features are related to regulated trees.
Tree Protection Zones
Tree protection zones include the area under the tree’s canopy as well as the two-metre area surrounding the canopy’s vertical projection. The area is also inclusive of four metres around the tree’s trunk, which is measured at a metre high. This means that any groundwork you plan to do will have to take place outside of this protection zone.
What Trees Are Protected in NSW?
While all details regarding height and width restrictions can be found in NSW’s TPO, some of the protected trees include:
- American Nettle Tree
- Camphor Laurel
- Chinese Nettle Tree
- Coral Tree
- Liquidambar
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