Planning & Infrastructure Projects

Practical advice that helps keep projects moving

Successful infrastructure projects rely on balancing development objectives with environmental responsibilities, compliance requirements and long-term planning outcomes.

Arboressence works alongside developers, planners, engineers and project teams to provide practical arboricultural consultancy, environmental services and on-ground support throughout every stage of a project.

From early feasibility through to construction and completion, we help minimise delays, protect valuable tree assets and deliver practical solutions that support project success.

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why it matters

Supporting Better Project Outcomes

The role of our expert consultants is to provide practical, timely advice that helps project teams make informed decisions while meeting planning and environmental requirements.

How We Can Help

By working collaboratively from the outset, we help identify opportunities early, reduce project risk and provide clear recommendations that are realistic, achievable and grounded in practical experience.

Feasibility & Early Design

Pre-Purchase and Pre-Development Surveys 

Our pre-purchase and pre-development surveys provide a clear understanding of tree constraints, retention opportunities and likely development implications prior to acquisition or project commencement.

By identifying potential design conflicts early, we help reduce redesign costs, approval delays and avoidable impacts to retained trees. 
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Preliminary Assessment and Retainable Tree Identification 

We identify trees with strong retention value early in the project to help inform the design process from the outset.

By assessing tree quality, structure, longevity and development constraints, we help project teams understand which trees can provide meaningful long-term benefits to people and communities, and how they can be successfully integrated into the proposed development.
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Design and Development

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Rapid Response to Design Iterations

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Rapid Response to Design Iterations
We understand the fast pace of development projects and provide responsive arboricultural advice during evolving design stages to help maintain project momentum.
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Arboricultural Impact Assessment 

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Arboricultural Impact Assessment
We prepare Arboricultural Impact Assessments in accordance with relevant standards, including AS 4970-2025 Protection of Trees on Development Sites, to assess the impacts of proposed development on retained trees, including encroachments into the Notional Root Zone (NRZ) and Structural Root Zone (SRZ), and to provide practical, design-informed mitigation measures.  
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Practical Input to Balance Retention & Yield

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Practical Input to Balance Retention and Yield
Our approach focuses on achieving practical development outcomes while maximising meaningful tree retention.

We work closely with designers and project teams to balance site yield, functionality and long-term canopy outcomes.
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Tree Population Inventory 

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Tree Population Inventory
We undertake detailed tree population inventories for developers and large landholders to support strategic management, maintenance planning and urban forest decision-making.
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Tree Protection & Planting Plans

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Tree Protection & Planting Plans
Tree Protection Plans (TPP) and Tree Protection Specifications (TPS) are prepared as integral components of the assessment, providing clear, implementable guidance for contractors and project teams to protect retained trees during construction.
 
Our planting plans focus on species selection, site suitability and long-term canopy outcomes to maximise the benefits trees provide.
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Tree Management Documentation & Budgets 

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Tree Management Documentation and Budgets
We prepare practical tree management documentation, maintenance schedules and budget forecasting to assist organisations in managing tree assets effectively over time.

Environmental Services

Where projects intersect with sensitive environments, our environmental services help support compliance while achieving positive ecological outcomes.

From integrated vegetation management and habitat protection through to re-planting programs, wildlife relocation and habitat offsets, we work alongside project teams to deliver practical environmental solutions.
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Why Developers Choose Arboressence

Development projects move quickly, and so do we. Our clients value working with a team that understands both arboriculture and project delivery.
  • Practical advice that supports project momentum
  • Responsive communication throughout evolving design stages
  • Consultancy backed by real-world operational experience
  • Qualified arborists and experienced field teams
  • Strong understanding of planning and compliance requirements

Rather than creating unnecessary obstacles, we focus on finding practical solutions that help projects move forward while protecting important environmental assets wherever possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When should an arborist become involved in a project?

Q: At what stage of my project should I seek arboricultural advice?

Q: Can you assist with planning approvals?

Q: Do you prepare Tree Protection Plans?

Q: Can you respond quickly to design changes?

Q: Do you provide support during construction?

Q: Can you work alongside engineers, planners and contractors?