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Arborist Reports & Consultancy

Tree Reports and Consultancy in Melbourne with ArborSolve Tree Services

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Arborist Reports & Consultancy (AQF Level 5)

Comprehensive, council-ready arborist reports for:

  • Tree removal permits

  • Development / planning applications

  • Construction impact assessments

  • Tree protection zones (TPZ/SRP)

  • Risk assessments (TRAQ method available)

  • Tree health, structure, and condition assessments

Our reports are fully compliant with Victorian tree laws, local council overlays, AS 4970-2009, and local planning requirements.

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Tree Health Assessment & Consultancy

Diagnosing pests, diseases, nutrient issues, structural decline, soil problems, and environmental stress.
We provide tailored treatment plans designed to improve long-term tree health and site safety.

 

Tree Risk Assessment & Management

Professional assessments using industry-best methodologies to identify hazards, assign risk ratings, and provide mitigation strategies.
Ideal for schools, body corporates, commercial properties, and risk-sensitive sites.

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AQF Level 5 Arborist Reports & Consulting – Victoria

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As an AQF Level 5 Arborist, ArborSolve Tree Services provides comprehensive, compliant, and highly detailed Arborist Reports, Tree Risk Assessments, and Tree Management Plans for residential, commercial, council, and development projects across Monash, Whitehorse, Glen Eira, Stonnington, Bayside, and Greater Dandenong.

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Our assessments follow the latest Victorian State Government tree laws, council-specific planning controls, and recognised industry standards, ensuring every report meets approval requirements and provides defensible, evidence-based arboricultural advice.

 

Compliant With Victorian Planning Regulations & Local Council Requirements

Different councils across Melbourne apply their own tree protection rules, overlays, and permit triggers.

 

As AQF Level 5 consulting arborists, we ensure your project meets:

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Victorian State Requirements

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  • Planning & Environment Act 1987

  • AS 4970 – Protection of Trees on Development Sites

  • New Victorian Tree Protection Laws (2023–2025 updates)

  • Environmental Significance Overlays (ESO)

  • Vegetation Protection Overlays (VPO)

  • Significant Landscape Overlays (SLO)

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Council-Specific Requirements

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Our reports are tailored precisely to the guidelines used by:

  • Monash City Council: VPO, SLO, Tree Removal Permits, Habitat Significance

  • Whitehorse City Council: SLO9, SLO10, Private Tree Protection Local Law

  • Glen Eira Council: Classified Tree Register, Tree Protection Zones

  • Stonnington Council: Significant Trees Register, stringent AS 4970 compliance

  • Bayside City Council: VPO1, Coastal species assessments, neighbourhood character overlays

  • Greater Dandenong Council: Tree Protection Local Law, development-driven tree impact reports

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This ensures your application is accurate, compliant, and has the best chance of swift approval.

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What an AQF Level 5 Arborist Assesses (Methods & Processes)

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We apply advanced arboricultural techniques, industry-standard methodologies, and evidence-based analysis as part of every professional report:

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1. Detailed Tree Identification

  • Botanical and common names

  • Species characteristics

  • Expected mature size, growth habit, and ecological significance

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2. Health & Structural Analysis

Using AQF-approved diagnostic techniques:

  • Leaf condition, canopy density, LCR (Live Crown Ratio)

  • Bark defects, cracking, cavities, decay indicators

  • Root plate condition, root disturbance, soil health

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3. Measured Tree Metrics

  • DBH (Diameter at Breast Height)

  • Tree height (laser or visual triangulation)

  • Canopy spread and crown symmetry

  • Root Zone radius / Structural Root Zone (SRZ)

  • Tree Protection Zone (TPZ) calculations per AS 4970

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4. Risk Assessment (TRAQ / QTRA / VTA)

We use recognised methodologies such as:

  • TRAQ – ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification

  • QTRA – Quantified Tree Risk Assessment

  • VTA – Visual Tree Assessment

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These systems allow us to quantify:

  • Likelihood of failure

  • Likelihood of impact

  • Consequences

  • Overall tree-related risk rating

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5. Impact Assessment for Development

We evaluate the effects of construction on retained trees including:

  • Excavation, trenching, footings

  • Compaction, drainage changes, and grade alterations

  • Hard surfaces, access routes, construction envelope

  • Services installation (NBN, electrical, sewer, stormwater)

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6. Tree Protection Recommendations

All reports include:

  • TPZ / SRZ fencing diagrams

  • Tree protection notations for construction drawings

  • Site management guidelines

  • Supervision requirements for high-risk works

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7. Habitat & Ecological Significance

Especially relevant for Monash, Bayside, and Stonnington.

  • Use of hollows, deadwood habitat, wildlife activity

  • Impacts under ESOs and coastal overlays

  • Interaction with biodiversity and native vegetation guidelines

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8. Legislative & Permit Guidance

We clearly identify:

  • Whether a permit is required

  • Applicable overlays

  • Council-specific triggers

  • Compliance steps for lodgment

  • Supporting documentation required by council planners

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What This Means for Your Project

Our AQF Level 5 reports are accepted by all local councils listed and include:

  • Pre-development arborist reports

  • Tree protection and supervision plans

  • Tree risk assessments (TRAQ / QTRA)

  • Tree removal permit reports

  • Construction impact assessments

  • Tree management & maintenance recommendations

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Whether you're building, renovating, subdividing, or managing trees in sensitive areas, our assessments ensure your project proceeds smoothly while protecting valuable trees and meeting all legal obligations.

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