Tree removal in Hillston 2675
Thinking of removing or pruning a tree in Hillston? The rules here are set by Carrathool Shire Council. Check whether you likely need approval, then get free quotes from licensed local arborists.
Tree rules in Hillston
State Environmental Planning Policy (Biodiversity and Conservation) 2021, Ch. 2 (Vegetation in Non-Rural Areas) + each council's Development Control Plan (DCP).
Compiled from the council's published rules and cross-checked. Always confirm with the council.
Which trees are protected in Carrathool Shire Council?
Carrathool Shire Council generally does not require council approval to remove trees on private property — its tree controls don't apply to private land. Other laws (native vegetation, heritage, threatened species) may still apply, so confirm with the council.
Carrathool LEP 2012 Clause 7.6 provides for "preservation of trees or vegetation" but defers protection entirely to a development control plan (DCP). No specific DCP for tree/vegetation preservation was found on the council website or in legislation repositories. Without a prescribed DCP, the clause appears to provide no general protection for private-land trees—protection applies only to those species specifically prescribed in a DCP. Rural councils often lack such DCPs. 10/50 Vegetation Clearing Code exemptions may allow clearing in bushfire-prone areas. Contact council at 02 6965 1900 to confirm if a tree DCP exists and is current."
When you may not need approval
- Dead or dangerous trees
- Trees prescribed in development control plan (if any exists)
Do I need a permit in Hillston?
Answer a few questions for an instant, indicative result based on Carrathool Shire Council's rules.
Fill in the tree details and we'll estimate whether you likely need council approval.