Tree removal & council approval in the Georges River area, Sydney
Tree work that’s compliant with Georges River Council.
Removing or heavily pruning a tree across the Georges River Council area — Hurstville, Mortdale, Oatley, Penshurst, Peakhurst, Lugarno and beyond — usually needs council approval. True Roots handles the work and the paperwork.
Georges River Council protects many trees under its tree management rules and Development Control Plan, even on private property. Removing a protected tree without approval can mean significant fines, so it pays to get it right.
As AQF Level 5 arborists we assess whether your tree is protected, prepare the council-ready arborist report or impact assessment required, and can lodge or support your application — then carry out the removal, pruning and stump grinding safely and cleanly. We’re local, Mortdale-based, and work across the Georges River area every week.
Council-compliant tree services.
Council-compliant removal
Protected-tree assessment, approval and safe removal — done by the book.
Arborist reports
Removal justifications, impact assessments and tree protection plans councils accept.
Pruning & maintenance
Pruning to Australian Standards, within council rules.
Stump grinding
Stumps ground flush so you can reclaim or rebuild the space.
The local team councils and homeowners trust.
We know the rules
Georges River Council’s tree rules and DCP — we assess and document correctly.
We do the paperwork
Council-ready reports prepared and lodged, so you’re not stuck navigating it alone.
Local & insured
Mortdale-based, $20M insured, ISO 9001 — minutes away across St George.
Good to know.
Do I need council approval to remove a tree in the Georges River area?
Usually, yes — Georges River Council protects trees over a set size or species, even on private land. We check whether yours is covered and prepare the report the council requires.
Which trees are protected?
It comes down to height, trunk size and species thresholds set by the council. We assess your specific tree and tell you exactly where it stands.
What’s the penalty for removing a protected tree?
Fines can run into the thousands of dollars per tree, plus possible replanting orders. We make sure every removal is approved and documented first.
How long does council approval take?
Commonly around 10–20 business days, though dead or dangerous trees can often be actioned faster under an exemption.
Can you handle the council application for me?
Yes — we prepare the arborist report and can lodge or support your application end to end.
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Sorting a tree in the Georges River area?
Call True Roots — we’ll handle the council approval and the tree work, start to finish.
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Tell us what you need done and we will get back to you within 1 business day. Every job is assessed individually - no two trees are the same.
Urgent or unsafe tree? Call 0422 023 242 - we answer 24 hours.