Working in the vicinity of any street tree (Tree Policy, Section 3(external link))
All works within the street corridor require a Tree Protection Management Plan (TPMP). This needs to be written by a Level 6 Technician Arborist and submitted to ccctrees@ccc.govt.nz
Any tree may also require Resource Consent for excavations within five metres. Refer to Chapter 9.4 of the District Plan for more information or contact the Duty Planner at dutyplanner@ccc.govt.nz
Tree removals (Tree Policy, Section 4(external link))
If advised by the Technician Arborist, after all alternatives have been assessed and as a last resort, an Arboricultural Impact Assessment (AIA) is required and submitted to ccctrees@ccc.govt.nz
All trees above six metres are protected under the RMA (Resource Management Act) and may require consent for their removal. Refer to Chapter 9.4 of the District Plan for more information or contact the Duty Planner at dutyplanner@ccc.govt.nz
NB: Under the tree policy, if a tree is removed, then two trees need to be planted. This also includes establishment maintenance and watering for two years. All costs(external link) are borne by the applicant. This process is managed by the council. Once consents and approvals have been issued, a service request will be raised to our incumbent contractor to carry out the removal and replanting.
Pruning
If any tree requires some pruning to help facilitate activities within the street corridor, please raise a service request with the necessary information so it can be appropriately assessed, including any RC/BC reference numbers. Our incumbent contractor will undertake any pruning.
A service request can be raised by:
- Phone: 03 941 8999 (0800 800 169).
- Online.
- Or by using the Snap, Send, Solve app.
Permission is required from the Council to remove or prune a street tree, so any tree issues must be clarified at the initial design phase of applications; and engagement with an Arborist is highly recommended who can complete an Arboricultural Impact Assessment (AIA).