Basic Council-ready tree reports prepared and signed by qualified team members.
Arborist reports from
$350
If Northern Beaches Council has asked for written information about a tree, we can prepare a basic Council-ready arborist report. A qualified AQF Level 5 team member inspects the relevant tree and signs the finished document.
Send us the Council request, property details and any plans or photographs you already have. We will confirm whether the request fits this service, what the report will include and the expected turnaround before you proceed.
This service is intended for straightforward Council tree matters that need a written report from a suitably qualified arborist.
Start with the document or request you have received. We will confirm what we can prepare before you book the inspection.
Best for
Property owners who have been asked by Northern Beaches Council to provide qualified information about a tree.
How it works
Send the request before booking. We will confirm whether a basic Council-ready report can address the information listed.
Best for
Tree permit matters where Council requires supporting information before it considers removal or major pruning.
How it works
The report records the relevant tree and site information, photographs and practical recommendations requested in the brief.
Best for
Straightforward Council requests that cover a small group of trees at the same address.
How it works
We confirm how many trees are included and whether the request remains within our basic report service before quoting.
Best for
Requests for legal evidence, detailed development-impact work, root mapping or other specialist investigations.
How it works
These services are outside our current report offer. We will tell you promptly if the request needs a different specialist rather than quoting for unsuitable work.
General price bands and the main things that affect your written quote
| Job | Price band | Guide price |
|---|---|---|
| Single-Tree Report$350–$500A basic Council-ready report for one tree, including the site inspection and written document. | $350–$500 | |
| Two or Three Trees$500–$800A straightforward report covering a small group of trees on the same property. | $500–$800 | |
| Several Trees$800–$1,200A larger basic report where more trees, photographs and site notes are required. | $800–$1,200 | |
| Express TurnaroundQuoted separatelyA 2–3 business day option where the request is suitable and capacity is available. | Quoted separately |
The table is a guide only. Your quote will state the inspection, trees, written report and turnaround included. Council decides whether a report meets its requirements and whether any proposed work is approved.
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Read all reviews on GoogleThe process starts with the Council request so we can confirm that a basic arborist report is the right service.
Share the Council letter or form, property address, plans, tree photographs and any deadline.
We check that the request fits our basic report service, then confirm the included trees, price and turnaround.
An AQF Level 5 team member visits the property, inspects the relevant tree or trees and records the required site information.
The qualified team member prepares, signs and sends the report, with any agreed follow-up questions handled afterwards.
Straight answers about the work, pricing, access and next steps
The price depends on the Council request, number of trees, site access, available documents and turnaround. Our guide prices are a starting point. Send the Council request for an accurate written quote. Our arborist report cost guide explains what to provide.
You may need one when Northern Beaches Council asks for qualified written information about a tree before considering removal or major pruning. Ask Council what it requires, then send that request to us before booking. Our tree permit guide explains the first checks.
A team member with AQF Level 5 arboriculture qualifications inspects the tree, prepares the document and signs the finished report. Sam coordinates the customer side of the service but is not presented as the qualified report author.
Council decides whether the report meets its requirements and whether any proposed tree work is approved. We prepare the report for the confirmed request, but we cannot promise a particular Council decision.
Standard turnaround is usually 5–7 business days from the inspection. An express 2–3 business day option may be available for suitable requests. We confirm the timing before you accept the quote.
The contents depend on the Council request. A basic report can include the relevant tree details, site observations, photographs and practical recommendations. Your quote will state exactly what the inspection and document cover.
No. We prepare and send the agreed report to you. You, your appointed consultant or property representative is responsible for submitting documents and communicating with Council.
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