In 2025, the ACT Conservator approved 1120 tree removals but refused 545. Most requests succeed because the rules are clear and strict.
Why it mattersCanberra residents now know that most tree removal requests are approved. The process is strict, fair, and based on facts, not feelings.
AustraliaCanberra residents can anticipate higher chances of approval for tree removal if they meet the Urban Forest Act criteria; high-profile disputes over approvals remain possible.
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