First time removal : What kind of tree is this?

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  1. henry_ip

    henry_ip Well-Known Member

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    Hi all, we have three trees that we want to remove, it is within our property in Moretonbay, but we are not sure if we can remove them. Anyone with experience can share tips on this?

    These are our tree photos:
    tree1

    And we have some questions:
    1) What kind of trees is this?
    2) We read an online article about moretonbay council regulation and it mentions:
    (Moreton Bay Council Tree Removal Laws & Permits)

    You can remove a tree on private land if it is not;

    – Locate within the Environmental area overlay and:
    – Located in the Limited development zone;
    i) Caboolture West local plan – Green network precinct;
    ii) Overlay map – Riparian and wetland setbacks; or
    iii) Water supply buffer on Overlay map – Infrastructure buffers;
    – Native vegetation identified as a significant tree listed in Schedule 2 of Planning scheme policy – Heritage and landscape character;
    – A habitat tree.
    A habitat tree is defined as a native tree with a diameter greater than 0.8m at 1.3m above the ground. Habitat trees often have large canopies and structural hollows where animals live, breed and shelter.


    3) Our property is not within the affected overlay and also the tree seems not to be a habitant tree, does that mean we can remove it without notifying the council?

    4) They are not tall and big tree, so could we use chainsaw and remove them ourselves carefully? (We will cut it into parts and dispose them properly.)

    Thank you for any thoughts. We are first home buyers and would appreciate any advice
     
  2. henry_ip

    henry_ip Well-Known Member

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    We have some trees next to the house and we want to remove it ourselves, but what concerns us is the possibility of house movement caused by the removal process. We would need to dig the soil out to remove the root as well, if we dig too deep, would that be a problem?

    Our concern:
    tree-removal

    Photo taken : the trees are right next to our garage:
    tree1
     
  3. DaveM

    DaveM Well-Known Member

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    will be fine
     
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  4. Angel

    Angel Well-Known Member

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    That's not a tree, it's just a small shrub.

    This is a tree.....

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    :D agree
     
  6. henry_ip

    henry_ip Well-Known Member

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    How do we define the meaning of a tree? By height? We browse the council website and see no information in relation to tree removal. A bit confused.

    If it is not a tree, does that mean we dont need to check with council to obtain permission?
     
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    Angel Well-Known Member

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    I was being sarcastic.

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  8. Angel

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    Are you sure you need to dig a very large hole to remove the root ball? Search 'tree removal' on the Gardening Australia website.

    You may have to ask council for permission to "cut down a tree" due to preserving trees and forests and habitat and pollution control considerations, but as far as I know, they understand if the tree is very close to your house. This tiny little young tree appears to be planted after the house was built, so it is likely not classed as a "protected tree".
     
  9. wylie

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    I'd leave it there. Find out how big it will grow, whether the roots would harm the foundations, and if not, leave it alone. I can't see what's on the other side of it, but it gives shade and green space. Without it that would just be a hot bit of land and a hot brick wall.
     
  10. Mark F

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    Agree with @Angel, why would you bother to dig out the root ball?

    Cut the tree about 100mm above ground and poison the stump and protect from disturbance. This stops any suckering. I just put a plastic bag over the stump to stop access and leaching. Leave for a few weeks and then dig around and cut the main roots to remove the stump. You shouldn't need to go down more than 300mm.
     
  11. Heinz57

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    Is it a tuckeroo?

    pretty sure you can get rid of that in Moreton Bay, it’s way too close to the house.

    you probably could do it yourself, depending how handy you are. Don’t start at the base! You tube maybe??
     
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  12. Lacrim

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    Do it before it gets too big and beyond DIY.
     
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    henry_ip Well-Known Member

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    We just wonder, do we need to get through council first?
     
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    Is it common house owners in Moreton Bay remove the trees next to their houses without contacting the council?
     
  15. Angel

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    Can you use a chainsaw?
     
  16. Heinz57

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    I doubt it
     
  17. bmc

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    have you checked with your local plant nursery on what it is.



    Tuckeroo - Beautiful rounded street/feature tree has non invasive roots and is native to Australia. It's hardy, tolerates frost and drought once established and is suited to all soil types, even clay. The roots are non invasive making it a popular with landscapers and often used in council gardens
     
  18. Joynz

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    You should call Council for advice.
     

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