Request tree removal assessment
Request an assessment of a tree in a Council park or street tree to determine if removal is required.
When to request a tree removal assessment
You can request the removal of a Council street or park tree for reasons including that the tree is:
- damaged, split or leaning
- dead or dying.
When reporting your issue, we encourage you to send photos that show the location of the tree and a close-up of the issue. This will help us locate the specific tree.
When not to use this form
Don’t use the form to request removal of a tree:
- in the way of driveway construction, as part of a development approval or residential driveway permit
- in relation to a house removal route
- growing too close to a powerline – for more information, visit Energex.
Council will not remove trees:
- only for dropping fruit, seeds, flowers or leaves
- overhanging new pool or solar panels if they were planted prior to the installation of pools or solar panels
- that obstruct the aesthetic view from private property.
Learn more about Brisbane trees.
You need to let us know:
- why you would like the tree removed
- where the tree is located (e.g. footpath, park, bikeway)
- information about the tree, including height
- details of the issue
- photos of the tree location and issue (optional).
Provide location details such as:
- park name (if applicable)
- street number and name
- suburb
- postcode
- a clear description of any nearby identifying landmarks.
You can provide contact details, such as your name, phone number, email address and home address.
Frequently asked questions
After you request a tree removal assessment, a qualified arborist will assess the tree and determine the best course of action (if any), based on Council’s guidelines.
If works are required, they are prioritised by associated risk. If identified as high-risk works, Council will prioritise these works to be delivered within an appropriate timeframe.
The arborist will decide the outcome following the inspection resulting in:
- no action
- pruning works
- health management (tree rehabilitation)
- removal and replacement planting.
Read more about assessment outcomes.