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Site Clearance for Development

Professional Site Clearance for Development in Co. Cork

O'Kennedy Tree Care delivers full-scale site clearance for residential, commercial, and infrastructure developments across Cork City and County. Whether you are preparing a single housing plot or clearing multiple acres for a large-scale project, our experienced crews remove trees, hedgerows, scrub, and vegetation safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with planning and environmental requirements. We work directly with builders, developers, landowners, and project managers to keep your programme on track from day one.

Our fleet of chippers, mulchers, excavators, and specialist access equipment means we handle sites of any size or complexity, including those with protected trees, boundary constraints, or proximity to utilities and public roads.

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Why Choose O’Kennedy For Site Clearance?

The right team for your build, every time.

Development Experience: We understand the pace and pressures of construction programmes. Our crews are used to working alongside main contractors, coordinating with site managers, and meeting tight clearance deadlines so groundworks can begin on schedule. We have cleared sites for housing estates, apartment developments, retail parks, and road schemes across Cork.

Planning & Environmental Compliance: From MEWPs and advanced rigging to winches and chippers, we bring the right kit for tight streets, coastal exposure, and complex takedowns. Where needed, we arrange cranes and protective ground mats to prevent damage.

Tree Protection During Construction: Not every tree on site needs to come down. We install tree protection fencing, root protection zones, and ground protection in line with BS 5837 to safeguard retained trees throughout the build. Our arborists provide arboricultural impact assessments and method statements required by planning authorities.

Our Site Clearance Services Include

Site Clearance Co. Cork

Full vegetation and scrub clearance

Stump grinding and root extraction

Tree felling and selective thinning

Hedgerow removal and boundary works

Brash chipping and green waste removal

Site grading and level preparation

Access road clearance and temporary works

Felling licence applications (Dept. of Agriculture)

Tree protection fencing (BS 5837)

Utility corridor clearance (ESB, gas, water)

Pre-clearance ecological surveys

Invasive species management (Japanese Knotweed, etc.)

Arboricultural impact assessments

Frequently Asked Questions

Storm-Damaged or Fallen Tree? We Can Help Now

Rapid response teams for emergency tree removal Cork-wide. We secure sites, coordinate with ESB Networks, manage traffic, and restore access day or night. Call 021 431 6364.

021 431 6364