Arborist Report Cost Guide for the Northern Beaches

The Short Answer

The cost of an arborist report depends on the Council request, the number of trees, access to the property, the documents available and how quickly the report is needed.

Affordable Tree Services provides basic Council-ready reports for suitable tree matters. A qualified AQF Level 5 team member inspects the tree, prepares the document and signs the finished report.

See the current guide ranges on our arborist report service. Send the Council request before booking so we can confirm that it fits this service and provide an accurate written quote.

What Changes the Price

The Council request

A clear written request makes it easier to identify the information and qualification Council expects. If you have a letter, form or email from Council, send the complete document rather than a summary.

The number of trees

A report for one tree usually requires less inspection, photography and written detail than a report covering several trees on the same property.

The property and access

The report author needs safe access to the relevant trees and enough room to inspect and photograph them. Locked areas, difficult terrain or missing tree locations can add time.

The turnaround

Standard reports usually take 5–7 business days from the inspection. An express 2–3 business day option may be available for suitable requests and is quoted separately.

What to Send for a Quote

• The property address
• The complete Council request, letter or form
• Any plans or marked-up tree locations
• Clear photographs of the tree and surrounding area
• The number of trees involved
• Your required date, if there is one

What the Service Does Not Cover

The current offer is limited to basic Council-ready arborist reports. Specialist legal evidence, detailed development-impact reports, root mapping and other complex investigations need a different service provider.

We do not submit applications or communicate with Council on your behalf. Council also decides whether a report meets its requirements and whether any proposed work is approved.

Before You Arrange the Inspection

Check Northern Beaches Council's current private-land tree guidance and ask Council what it requires for your property.

Once you have the written request, send it with your quote enquiry. We will confirm the included trees, price and expected turnaround before you proceed.