Residential & Commercial Arborist Reports Melbourne
If you are applying or appealing a tree permit, a professional arborist report is a vital component
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Before beginning any building or development project, many local councils will require you to submit an arborist tree report that offers a thorough evaluation of how your trees will either be safely removed or appropriately preserved. This kind of assessment is the property equivalent of a home inspection—that is, it provides a broad overview of any arboreal issues that could impact on development or deter construction.
A professional arborist report is a vital component in applying for a tree permit or appealing a rejected permit, and a certified assessment can often include
Thorough, Professional Tree Assessments
Tips on pest and soil management
Information about existing trees (height, species, etc)
Diagnoses of any problems, infestations, or diseases
Solutions for solving or removing tree hazards
All our services are fully insured and we routinely work to exceed industry standards for safety and environmental care.
Fast Reporting Turnarounds Within Your Budget
We’ll produce an exhaustive report for you on time and within budget. Plus, the carefully considered, impartial testimony of our professionals can lend a whole new level of credibility to your council submissions.
We work within the system to provide everyone involved in a development with the most complete and most accurate information available. We also understand that trees are a shared commodity and that they have the power to affect our communal health. We therefore perform our arborist reports using the utmost care and with meticulous attention to detail.
Over 2 Decades of Experience
with Arborist Reports
Pre-Development Vegetation Assessments
This report, which is compiled during the early stages of a new development, can determine the retention value of trees that already exist on your site. During a pre-development vegetation assessment, the trees that currently stand on your property are thoroughly evaluated and flagged for either preservation, pruning or complete removal. Your architect may then proceed with a design concept that incorporates the nominated “protection zone” of trees (i.e., a designated area of trees that should be retained) or choose to employ a design that circumvents the zone entirely.
Development Application Reports
Sometimes you won’t be required to submit an arborist report until the middle stages of the development planning process. These middle-stage application reports will help you address any concerns expressed by your local council, particularly those that pertain to your proposal and its efforts to accommodate the trees that currently grow on your property. Your contractor will then use this report to modify their construction plans according to the report’s recommendations for retention or removal.
Tree Management Plans
When a site has a large population of mature trees, a complete tree management plan should be prepared. Public areas such as schools, golf courses, and commercial properties will rely on these reports to monitor the health of their trees and to provide a safe environment for the public. Such a report may include a “safe useful life expectancy” (SULE) rating for existing trees and/or a comprehensive diagnosis of any current or potential tree damage.
Hazard Tree Risk Assessments
Properties with a smaller number of existing trees may only need to establish risk ratings by presenting an assessment of current hazards. In cases where a desired tree removal conflicts with a local law permit or the Vegetation Protection Overlay (which ensures that any new development works to minimise vegetation losses as much as possible), this hazard assessment can serve as justification for a tree disposal. At Total Tree Care, we prepare our hazard tree risk assessments using aerial cameras. We likewise inspect trees from a close perspective in order to provide a unique view of each branch and to present evidence of structural defects that may not be visible from the ground.
Why Clients Love Total Tree Care
"Thanks for providing us with a quote to remove our Gum Tree from rear decking on Friday. I’ve had 2 other quotes since and have to comment on the professionalism that set you apart from the others. We would like to proceed asap."
Camilla Gaff
"I’ve used other tree companies in the past and were not happy with the way they just trampled the rest of my garden… your guys did an excellent job and know what they are doing when it comes to pruning trees properly. I was so happy I told my friends in the office the next day!"
Mrs. Solberg
"We just want to let you know how happy we are with the job you did on our Willow Myrtle. We feel much safer now that you pruned back those heavy branches over the house and the cable system you put in gives us extra confidence. Now we can sleep at night! "
Anne & Rod Harrison
"Just a short note to thank you for the most professional work you and your team have done. To be frank, I had been given a cheaper quote than yours, but I gave you the work because others just fell trees but I believe you really do care. I shall definitely recommend you. "
John Chong
"Thanks for removing our big gum tree, we found you all very professional."
Carolyn L’Huillier
Frequently Asked Questions About Arborist Reports
What is the cost of an arborist report?
Arborist reports vary in price depending on the complexity of the task they are needed for.
Basic Health or Risk Assessment: $300 - $500 per tree.
Development-related reports (e.g., for council approvals): $500 - $2,000.
Legal or insurance reports: $2,000 - $3,000 or more.
For bulk tree reports, please get in touch with our office on 0477 004 024
*All prices are a guide only and are subject to chang
Why should I choose you for my arborist report?
Total Tree Care exceeds standard arborist report procedures by prioritising the health of public trees and community safety.
We collaborate within the system to provide all parties involved in development with the most thorough and precise information available. We recognise that trees are a shared resource and can impact our collective health.
Therefore, we carry out our arborist reports with the highest level of care and meticulous attention to detail
How do I know if I need an arborist report?
When beginning a building or development project, the most effective way to determine whether you require an arborist report is to contact your local council. They can provide specific guidance based on your project's location and scope, ensuring you comply with all relevant regulations and understand any environmental considerations related to trees and vegetation.
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