Illegal removal of trees and vegetation

Illegal removal of trees and vegetation

The State Government has placed controls on the removal or lopping of native vegetation in Victoria. It is administered through the Planning Scheme and the planning permit system. Both north and south of the River in Warrandyte, we have recently witnessed significant...
Permit issued for buildings and works to extend a dwelling

Permit issued for buildings and works to extend a dwelling

In November 2022 an application was lodged for a permit to undertake various works to extend a dwelling on Kangaroo Ground-Warrandyte Road. The extent of the planned works would have triggered the Bushfire Management Overlay and resulted in extensive tree removal. A...