Do I need council approval first?
It depends on the tree. Under The Hills Shire Council regulations, some trees in Baulkham Hills need approval before removal or major pruning. The rules can turn on the species, the trunk size, or whether the property sits in a heritage or conservation area.
Check the requirements before any cutting starts. A dangerous branch on a protected tree can still need a permit unless the situation is a genuine emergency.
What does Trees Down Under handle?
The team advises whether approval is needed for your tree, so you are not left reading council documents yourself. Where a permit applies, the arborist prepares the required report and keeps the work compliant with local rules.
- Advice on whether your tree needs approval
- The arborist report, where one is required
- Work carried out within the council’s conditions
What about cost, access and clean-up?
The inspection is free with no call-out fee, and quotes are available the same day. Branches and green waste are taken away rather than left in your yard.
For a branch over a roof or in a tight backyard, the team can use crane-assisted removal, so access is rarely a barrier.