Whitehorse City Council has several ‘overlays’ that limit the work that can be undertaken on trees. This is contained within the Whitehorse City Council Planning Scheme.

Whitehorse City Council has a useful interactive website that can help identify whether your proposed tree work requires prior approval and if your tree falls within any of the ‘overlays’. These can be accessed at Tree Controls, Removal, Lopping and Pruning in Whitehorse City Council with a Whitehorse City Council Planning & Overlay Interactive Map to boot.

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Guide To Planning Overlays for Trees in Whitehorse

Whitehorse City Council identifies 8 categories of trees that may require specific actions or permits, so check whether your tree falls within any one of the overlays listed below.

Significant Landscape Overlay - Schedule 1-8

Significant Landscape Overlay - Schedule 9

Vegetation Protection Overlay

Environmental Significance Overlay

Heritage Overlay 

Native Vegetation

Street Trees

Dead, Dying or Dangerous Trees

Whitehorse City Council Tree Removal Permit Requirements provide clarification on whether a permit is required for specific tree work. Should a planning permit be required, start with the Whitehorse General Enquiry Online Form or contact Whitehorse City Council.

We know the journey of navigating council permits can be daunting. We are more than happy to attempt to answer any of your questions, and to book in an appointment for a free appraisal and quote at your property, including the provision of a free Job Report. Call us now on 1300 464 483 or contact us at office@hivetrees.com.au for further information.