If you’re planning to remove trees, you will likely need a planning permit from the Mornington Peninsula Shire. The council heavily regulates tree removal, especially for native species and trees located within Vegetation Protection Overlays (VPOs) or Significant Landscape Overlays (SLOs). While minor maintenance (like tree pruning in Dromana) or emergency works might sometimes be exempt, in this region you will generally need an arborist report and council approval before firing up the chainsaw. The good news is that our team of arborists have plenty of experience writing up reports for the Mornington Peninsula Shire. As part of our quoting process, we’ll let you know exactly what you need for a successful permit application.