Different rules?

I recently sought Council approval to trim a gum tree overhanging from the lot next door.

I was granted a permit allowing branches to be cut back to the fence line with no top weight to be pruned.

The tree concerned was unhealthy with the possibility of falling limbs and the Strata Insurance said our property was not covered against such an event.

Down the road a developer purchased a large block and had removed all trees including a magnificent gum in prime health.

Even the tree loppers themselves expressed disbelief at what was happening.

It is obvious different sets of rules are applied depending on who is seeking permission to have trees trimmed or removed.

Email, 6 Feb 2012 Brian Noble, Woy Woy