Did you know that LEAD is responsible for protecting trees in the neighbourhoods we work in? Excavation and disturbances near trees can seriously damage or kill them, so it’s crucial to use the correct methods to protect them.
Native, exotic, and introduced species are protected in public spaces by Auckland Council, and consent is needed for work to take place near public trees.
Trees prevent erosion and improve air quality. Not only do they make our neighbourhoods look great, but they are also an important part of rich Auckland’s heritage and identity.
Trees:
Driplines are a no go for construction
The dripline is the outer circumference of a tree’s canopy where water drips to the ground, and it includes the soil and roots within the circumference. For spreading canopy trees, the dripline is the outer extent of the branch spread, and for columnar (upright, pillar) canopy trees, it is half the height of the tree.
The dripline is off-limits to construction, and trees are protected with fencing and signage outside the dripline to avoid damaging the root zone.
How we ensure trees are protected
An arborist is on hand if work does need happen in the dripline. Rigid plastic mats are placed under light machinery with a 100mm layer of mulch, or a 150mm layer of hay beneath the mat. Machinery exhausts always face away from trees to avoid scorching leaves and branches.
Did you know that LEAD is responsible for protecting trees in the neighbourhoods we work in? Excavation and disturbances near trees can seriously damage or kill them, so it’s crucial to use the correct methods to protect them.
Native, exotic, and introduced species are protected in public spaces by Auckland Council, and consent is needed for work to take place near public trees.
Trees prevent erosion and improve air quality. Not only do they make our neighbourhoods look great, but they are also an important part of rich Auckland’s heritage and identity.
Trees:
Driplines are a no go for construction
The dripline is the outer circumference of a tree’s canopy where water drips to the ground, and it includes the soil and roots within the circumference. For spreading canopy trees, the dripline is the outer extent of the branch spread, and for columnar (upright, pillar) canopy trees, it is half the height of the tree.
The dripline is off-limits to construction, and trees are protected with fencing and signage outside the dripline to avoid damaging the root zone.
How we ensure trees are protected
An arborist is on hand if work does need happen in the dripline. Rigid plastic mats are placed under light machinery with a 100mm layer of mulch, or a 150mm layer of hay beneath the mat. Machinery exhausts always face away from trees to avoid scorching leaves and branches.
Did you know that LEAD is responsible for protecting trees in the neighbourhoods we work in? Excavation and disturbances near trees can seriously damage or kill them, so it’s crucial to use the correct methods to protect them.
Native, exotic, and introduced species are protected in public spaces by Auckland Council, and consent is needed for work to take place near public trees.
Trees prevent erosion and improve air quality. Not only do they make our neighbourhoods look great, but they are also an important part of rich Auckland’s heritage and identity.
Trees:
Driplines are a no go for construction
The dripline is the outer circumference of a tree’s canopy where water drips to the ground, and it includes the soil and roots within the circumference. For spreading canopy trees, the dripline is the outer extent of the branch spread, and for columnar (upright, pillar) canopy trees, it is half the height of the tree.
The dripline is off-limits to construction, and trees are protected with fencing and signage outside the dripline to avoid damaging the root zone.
How we ensure trees are protected
An arborist is on hand if work does need happen in the dripline. Rigid plastic mats are placed under light machinery with a 100mm layer of mulch, or a 150mm layer of hay beneath the mat. Machinery exhausts always face away from trees to avoid scorching leaves and branches.