Report interference with protected vegetation

How to report interference with protected vegetation

You can report any interferences to protected trees and other vegetation online. 

We investigate reports of unlawful clearing, damage to or removal of protected vegetation.

To report an urgent issue (e.g. protected trees being cut down now), phone Council on 07 3403 8888.

What is protected vegetation?

Protected vegetation is vegetation that’s protected by law from interference, such as lopping, removal, root zone interference and poisoning.

Under the Natural Assets Local Law 2003 (NALL), it’s an offence to interfere with protected vegetation. 

Unless subject to an exemption, you need a permit to work on protected vegetation.

Check for protected vegetation

Before submitting your report, check if the vegetation you’re reporting is protected.

Report interference with protected vegetation

You can report interference with protected vegetation that is not in progress using the online form.

What you need to provide

To complete your report, include:

• the location of the protected vegetation, including the street name and suburb
• location details such as any defining features or surrounding landmarks
• details about the issue (e.g. the type of trees that have been removed or damaged, who you believe is responsible, when the interference happened, etc.)
• photos of the vegetation (optional)
• your contact details (optional).