A body corporate tree removal quote should be itemised, in writing and specific to each tree on common property. Committees have to approve spend, manage liability and keep owners informed, so the document needs to hold up when it is tabled at a meeting.
What the quote should cover
Each quote should spell out the same core items, so committees can compare them line by line:
- Scope of work, including the tree species, its location on common property and whether it is a full removal or partial work
- Access and equipment, such as crane-assisted removal, traffic or resident management and protection for cars and buildings
- Council permit guidance and any arborist report the Hills Shire may require
- Waste handling, covering chipping, green waste removal and stump work if wanted
- Full site clean-up at the end of the job
Why one clear figure helps approval
A single all-inclusive figure, backed by the itemised breakdown, makes a vote simpler. Committees can see what is included and what is not, and can compare quotes on equal terms rather than guessing at extras.
Committees shouldn’t have to chase for what’s included. A proper quote covers the permit, the equipment and the clean-up, so everyone voting knows precisely what they’re approving.
Joseph Khoury, Director & Founder, Trees Down Under