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When is a Significant Tree permit required?
Under the Community Amenity Local Law No.3, a significant tree is defined as (a) a tree on private land with a trunk circumference greater than 1.5 metres when measured 1 metre from its base; or (b) a multi-stemmed tree on private land where the circumference of its exterior stems equals or is greater than 1.5 metres when measured 1 metre from its base.
If you want to remove a significant tree or to cut, trim, prune or anything else which may result in the health of the significant tree being compromised, a permit from Council must obtained.
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Applying for a Significant Tree permit
The applicant is required to:
- provide a copy of an Arborist's Report, if applicable;
- provide a relevant site plan/drawing;
- provide a copy of written consent from the Body Corporate Manager or Committee of Management, if applicable;
- read the
 Tree Protection Guidelines;
- complete the Significant Tree Permit Application; and
- pay the application fee of $60.00.
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Where do I lodge my completed application?
Please fax, email or lodge in person the completed application, payment of the application fee, and all associated documents to: City of Port Phillip Development Permits, 99a Carlisle Street St Kilda Victoria 3182, phone (03) 9209 6216, fax (03) 9536 2745, email devpermits@portphillip.vic.gov.au.
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What does the permit cost?
Fees and charges:
- $60.00 application fee +
- $45.00 permit fee
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Payment
Application fees must be paid upon application otherwise the application will not be accepted. If the assessment of the application determines that it is appropriate to issue a permit, all remaining permit fees and charges must be paid prior to the permit being issued.
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How long will an application take to assess?
Applications take 10 business days to assess provided no further information or changes are required. Works must not commence without a permit.
For general information on other Development Permits, please refer to the Development Permits Information Pack.
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