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Complete Land Clearing Services Sydney: Efficient And Guaranteed Results
Safe, professional land clearing services in Sydney for residential, commercial, and rural sites. Our experienced operators utilise modern excavators, forestry mulchers, and skid steers to clear vegetation, trees, and stumps efficiently, delivering clean, build-ready sites that meet all environmental, safety, and council requirements.
- Site preparation & lot clearing
- Forestry mulching and vegetation management
- Tree & stump removal, root raking, debris haul-away
- Council/DA assistance, permits & full compliance
- 24/7 emergency response
Why Choose Our Professional Land Clearing Sydney Services?
Our trusted land clearing services in Sydney support property owners, builders, and developers with council-compliant vegetation management, thorough site assessments, and clear documentation, ensuring confident and on-time project delivery.
- Qualified, experienced team
Qualified arborists with WHS-compliant systems and specialist arborist equipment. Proven experience in vegetation clearing, stump grinding and surface root removal, tree/green-waste mulching, debris clean-up and haul-off, and vegetation clearing land to create site access.
- Council-compliant documentation
Arborist reports for DAs/CDCs, method statements and SWMS/JSA for our activities, coordination of environmental controls, and photographic records to help prevent delays and compliance issues.
- Comprehensive site assessments
Utilities checks before site clearing operations, access planning, exclusion zones, identification of protected vegetation, and general risk/constraints evaluations to safeguard people, assets, and surrounding habitats.
- Insurance & legal support
Make-safe works after storms or fire, clear scope statements, and evidentiary photos suitable for insurers and government agencies.
- Timely, transparent delivery
Clear scopes, scheduled works, and actionable next steps so your site is cleared efficiently and ready for the next trade.
Comprehensive Land Clearing in Sydney Services
Our qualified team delivers detailed analysis and expert advice across vegetation clearing, tree/green-waste mulching, stump grinding and surface root removal, debris clean-up and haul-off, and vegetation clearing to create site access.
Compliant Clearing Services
Our land clearing and vegetation management services are tailored to the specific requirements of Sydney councils. We ensure full alignment with NSW planning legislation, workplace health and safety (WHS) obligations, and industry best practices. This guarantees compliance, environmental responsibility, and safe, efficient project delivery.
Site Risk Assessments
We conduct thorough site risk evaluations to identify hazards before work begins, including overhead/underground services, slope stability, access constraints, environmental sensitivities, and exclusion zones. Findings include risk ratings and recommendations for safe staging, access/traffic considerations, and make-safe sequencing.
Vegetation Clearing & Impact Assessments
For projects interacting with existing vegetation, we prepare clearing impact assessments outlining what can be removed, what must be protected, and how to mitigate impacts. This includes protection zones, fencing details, no-go areas, and liaison with council and, where required, specialist consultants.
Vegetation Condition & Weed Management
We document vegetation condition, priority weeds, and fuel-load issues that affect the clearing scope and methodology. You’ll receive practical advice on selective clearing, weed-suppression approaches, and follow-up maintenance to keep access ways and pads usable.
Development Application (DA) Support & Council Documentation
We produce council-compliant documentation for DAs/CDCs: arborist reports, method statements, staging plans, traffic/access notes, SWMS/JSA for our activities, and coordination of erosion & sediment controls, helping your application progress without avoidable delays.
Insurance Claims & Make-Safe Documentation
When storms, fire, or blowdowns impact a site, we provide make-safe scopes and photo records suitable for insurers, including cause descriptions, immediate risk controls, and quantified debris removal and reinstatement items.
Protected Vegetation & Compliance Guidance
Many Sydney councils regulate clearing under preservation orders and development controls. We identify protected vegetation, outline approval pathways, and set out compliance steps for owners, builders, and property managers.
Underground Services Locates & Ground Conditions Analysis
Before stump grinding or site tidy and debris haul-off, we coordinate utilities locates (Before You Dig), inspect ground conditions, and recommend suitable techniques (e.g., tree mulching versus selective removal) to avoid service strikes, minimise disturbance, and control spoil.
Contact Our Professional Land Clearing Team Today!
Need compliant site-prep documentation and fast, safe clearing? Avoid delays and compliance issues. Our Sydney land-clearing specialists combine qualified, ticketed operators with proven processes to deliver DA-ready vegetation clearing, stump/root grubbing, debris haul-off, and erosion controls, aligned with local council requirements.
Contact Details
- (02) 9482 5353
- sales@prioritytrees.com.au
- Office Hours: Mon - Sun: 7:00 - 17:00
- 3/23 Leighton Pl Hornsby NSW 2077
Our Step-By-Step Professional Land Clearing Process
Our Sydney land-clearing and site preparation team follows proven procedures that prioritise safety, compliance, and clear documentation, delivering DA-ready outcomes for development, site access, and property works.
Step 01
Initial Consultation & Site Assessment: Professional Evaluation
We conduct a comprehensive site walkover to confirm scope and constraints: existing vegetation, access routes, slopes, soil/ground conditions, drainage, adjoining assets, and environmental sensitivities. We arrange utilities locates (Before You Dig) and note any council or state controls that affect clearing. This upfront assessment aligns the plan with your DA/CDC and project requirements.
Step 02
Detailed Risk & Constraints Analysis
Our team completes a structured risk review covering traffic/pedestrian interfaces, overhead hazards, underground services, exclusion zones, and weather/erosion risks. We determine the appropriate arborist techniques, such as tree/green-waste mulching, selective tree removal, vegetation clearing, stump grinding, surface root removal, and specify suitable arborist equipment and machinery sized for the site.
Step 03
Professional Documentation & Work Method Statements
We prepare council-compliant documentation: scope and staging plan, SWMS/JSA, traffic management (as needed), and coordination of erosion & sediment controls (e.g., silt fencing, sediment socks). We also produce photographic pre-start records, define vegetation protection/no-go zones where required, and outline debris handling plans (onsite mulching versus haul-off & recycling).
Step 04
Expert Recommendations & Action Plan
You receive a clear action plan with a detailed sequence of steps, access creation, vegetation clearing, stump grinding and surface root removal, tree/green-waste mulching, debris processing/haul-off, and site tidy for handover, plus safety measures and compliance notes. We outline equipment lists, production assumptions, and contingencies (e.g., wet-weather erosion hold points) so downstream trades can mobilise confidently.
Step 05
Council Submission Support & Follow-Up Services
We assist with submissions to local councils/certifiers, ensuring documentation meets DA/CDC conditions and providing arborist reports where required. Post-clearance, we provide as-built photo records, waste/tonnage evidence (if applicable).
Benefits of Our Professional Land Clearing Services
What Our Land Clearing Sydney Services Can Do For Your Project
Transform your development planning with professional Sydney land clearing and site preparation that ensures compliance, avoids costly delays, and delivers a site that’s genuinely build-ready. We navigate council requirements and environmental controls while preparing your block efficiently and safely, aligned with local council requirements and relevant NSW planning legislation, WHS requirements, and industry best practices for land clearing and vegetation management.
Ensures Council Compliance
Our method statements, SWMS/JSA, and erosion & sediment control coordination align with local DA/CDC conditions—helping your approvals progress smoothly with the right documentation from the start.
Provides Legal & Insurance Protection
Clear scopes, photo records, and make-safe documentation support insurance claims and reduce liability, with evidence of risk controls and compliant processes.
Supports Informed Decisions
Up-front site assessments (services locate, slope/access, protected vegetation) give you accurate budgets and timelines, plus the right technique choice: tree/green-waste mulching, selective vegetation clearing and tree removal, stump grinding and surface root removal, or debris clean-up and haul-off.
Prevents Construction Delays
We identify utility conflicts, access limitations, and environmental risks early, sequencing works to keep trades moving and minimise rework or wet-weather setbacks.
Protects Your Investment
Targeted clearing, weed/fuel-load reduction, and stabilisation measures (mulch retention and temporary surface protection) reduce damage risk and maintain site integrity.
When Land Clearing Documentation Is Required: DAs, Compliance & Risk
Land-clearing documentation becomes essential for obtaining formal approvals, securing insurance, or undertaking works near constraints. Typical scenarios include:
- Development applications involving vegetation removal or clearing above council thresholds
- Works inside protection/no-go zones or near significant vegetation
- Insurance claims after storms, fire, or blowdowns requiring scope and evidence packs
- Legal or council compliance matters needing professional work methods and records
- Risk controls for sites near public areas, utilities corridors, or steep/slip-prone ground
- Projects needing erosion & sediment controls and traffic/access management notes
When a Site Visit/Inspection Is the Better Choice
Sometimes you just need rapid, practical guidance; no formal pack required. We recommend a site inspection for:
- Routine property or subdivision readiness checks without a council submission
- Quick post-storm assessments and immediate make-safe advice
- General guidance on technique selection (mulching vs. stump grinding vs. selective removal) and access options
- Weed/fuel-load identification with short-term suppression recommendations
- Pre-purchase due diligence on access, slope, ground conditions, and likely clearing scope
- Maintenance scheduling for access ways, safety vegetation clearance, and regrowth control
FAQs About Our Land Clearing Services Sydney
Our crews are qualified arborists with extensive experience, practical know-how, and a strong commitment to safety and the environment. We use state-of-the-art equipment and other sophisticated equipment suited to tight space constraints around buildings, gardens, shrubs, and overhanging branches, including work for commercial, strata, and school clients. All work is carried out in accordance with WHS requirements, including documented SWMS/JSA, coordinated utility locates (Before You Dig), and traffic controls where required. We’re fully insured and present the right arborist knowledge on every job.
Pricing reflects access and space limitations, vegetation type/density (plants, shrubs, branches), terrain, disposal method (on-site mulching vs haul-off & recycling), and documentation needs.
Most residential projects are completed in 1–3 working days once scheduled; larger or constrained sites may take longer. Documentation packs (method statements, ESCP notes, photos) are generally turned around within 2–5 business days after the assessment. We plan sequencing so the job runs without a hitch, minimising wet-weather setbacks and keeping roads and access clear for the following trades.
Yes. We prepare council/Certifier-ready documentation for DAs/CDCs, including method statements, staging plans, SWMS/JSA, erosion & sediment control coordination, protection/no-go zones, and photographic records, providing practical solutions backed by our local knowledge. We guide you through lodgement and follow-ups with a clear commitment to compliance.
A structured review of access, space, slope/stability, vegetation type and density (plants, shrubs, branches), fuel-load/weed presence (including bushfire considerations), environmental sensitivities, proximity to buildings, public areas and roads, and underground services (with utilities locates). We then recommend the right techniques: tree/green-waste mulching, selective vegetation clearing and tree removal, stump grinding and surface root removal, and debris clean-up/haul-off, plus safety and compliance measures tailored to your site.
Absolutely. We provide make-safe scopes, cause-and-impact descriptions, risk controls for dangerous trees or branches, itemised quantities, and photo evidence suitable for insurers and government agencies. We can attend loss-adjuster inspections if needed, whether it’s a family home, commercial facility, strata property, or a site near pipelines or roads.
Yes. We identify regulated/protected vegetation and overlays, outline approval pathways, establish protection zones and exclusion fencing, and coordinate on request with specialist consultants. Our expertise helps safeguard sensitive areas and the surrounding environment while meeting council expectations.
We service Greater Sydney and surrounding areas, including the North Shore, Hills District, Ryde & more, familiar with local council requirements across residential, commercial, and strata sites. We regularly work near schools, roads, and utility corridors (e.g., pipelines), and can discuss regional or specialised projects.
Yes. Options include on-site mulching/chipping, haul-off & recycling, and stump works with tidy backfill. We match methods to your DA/CDC conditions and site constraints, delivering clean handover solutions with the right skills and know-how.
Definitely. For fast decisions and convenience, we offer site visits with a brief written summary and recommendations ideal for pre-purchase checks, post-storm triage, or early budget planning. We can be present on site to discuss options and follow up with documentation on request.
- 25+ Years Experience
- Fully licensed and insured
- 100% qualified level 5 arborists and tree surgeons
- Senior / Pensioner Discounts Available
“We have used Priority Tree Service on several occasions over many years. Most recently we have used them for a major hedging job at our home. The result surpasses all our expectations, what once was a out of control mess is now a beautiful part of our garden. Thanks to the whole team for another great job!”
Justin
Lane cove
“We booked in Priority Tree Services to visit us and provide a quote for the removal of two trees from the front of our property. Khaled was on time, knowledgable and friendly. We received our quote promptly. On the day of tree removal the weather was atrocious, but the team were happy to work through the conditions and left the site clean and tidy. Thanks guys you did a fabulous job!. ”
Fiona & Ray
Hornsby NSW
“We have used Priority Tree Service on several occasions over many years. Most recently we have used them for a major hedging job at our home. The result surpasses all our expectations, what once was a out of control mess is now a beautiful part of our garden. Thanks to the whole team for another great job!”
Justin
Lane Cove NSW
“We have used Priority Tree Service on several occasions over many years. Most recently we have used them for a major hedging job at our home. The result surpasses all our expectations, what once was a out of control mess is now a beautiful part of our garden. Thanks to the whole team for another great job!”
Colin
North Sydney NSW
“We recently had work done by PTS & they were excellent. Very polite young men & cleaned up well when they had finished.”
Ronald
Strathfield NSW
Michael
Carlingford NSW
Val & Scott
Ryde NSW
“We have used Priority Tree Services twice now.
Khaled is knowledgeable about what should be done to the trees whilst listening to our requirements. He is also very aware of council regulations and makes sure that all work complies with these regulations.”
Jo
Wahroonga NSW
Ready to Get Your Professional Land Clearing? Contact Us Today For a Free Quote!
Stop delaying your development or risking council compliance issues. Our Sydney land-clearing specialists deliver DA-ready site preparation, including qualified arborists, council-compliant documentation (SWMS/JSA), and coordination of erosion & sediment controls, along with clear action plans, ensuring your block is safe, efficient, and build-ready.
Transform complex requirements into a simple, staged plan: vegetation clearing, tree/green-waste mulching, stump grinding and surface root removal, debris clean-up and haul-off, and vegetation clearing to create site access, aligned with local council conditions and relevant NSW planning legislation, WHS requirements, and industry best practices for land clearing and vegetation management.