Can I prune a tree on council land?

If a council tree is causing a nuisance – perhaps blocking light, dropping leaves that block gutters or restricting access to your property – you’ll want to know if, and how, you can remedy the situation.

Since the tree is growing on council land, it doesn’t belong to you, which limits what you can do. In all cases, directly approach the council, highlight your concerns and seek their guidance on the best next steps. Specific rules and best practices will vary from council to council.

This will take longer than just getting out your secateurs but will prevent you from accidentally breaking the law in your garden.