95Tree bonds—release

95 Tree bonds—release (1) The amount of a tree bond paid by a person under a tree bond agreement must be refunded to the person as soon as practicable after the tree bond agreement ends if— (a) an authorised person has inspected the tree; and (b) the decision-maker is satisfied on reasonable grounds that— (i) the tree is in good health; and (ii) there is no sign of damage to the tree; and (iii) the person has not engaged in conduct that contravenes the tree bond agreement. (2) The tree bond agreement may end earlier than the date stated in the agreement if— (a) the parties agree to the agreement ending at an earlier date (the earlier end date); and (b) an authorised person has inspected the tree and is satisfied that— (i) the tree is in good health; and (ii) there is no sign of any damage to the tree; and (iii) the person has not engaged in conduct that contravenes the tree bond agreement. (3) However, the earlier end date must be at least 6 months after the day any activity carried out under an authorisation mentioned in section 92 (1) (a) is completed.