Does vegetation on adjoining land affect the development assessment?
Yes, it can. Vegetation on adjoining land may be relevant where it could be affected by the proposed development or where it forms part of the site's environmental or landscape context. In particular, trees on adjoining properties must be considered where their tree protection zones could be impacted by the works.
Yes, neighbouring vegetation can affect the assessment if your development could impact it.
A tree does not have to be located within your block for it to be relevant. For example, if a large tree is located just inside your neighbour's property but its tree protection zone extends into your proposed excavation or building area, the tree may need to be identified and appropriate protection measures considered.
This does not mean that every tree or plant on neighbouring land will affect the DA. It becomes relevant where there is a potential interaction with the proposed development, such as construction impacts on a protected tree or broader environmental impacts that need to be assessed. ACT Planning considers the probable environmental impacts of a development and its relationship with the site surrounds.
Reference: Planning (Minimum Development Application Documentation) Guideline 2026 (No 1) (NI2026-13) Tree Management Plans
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