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Tree removal laws vary from one county to the next. You will find that certain regulations in your county do not apply in other counties.

For that reason, this article will be focusing on tree removal and specifically for people in Palm beach county.

Since tree removal or trimming is a serious operation in many counties, you need to get your facts straight before going ahead with tree removal.

There are large fines for illegal tree removal in all counties.

You will learn about local tree trimming and removal regulations, how much it might cost you, the process you can follow to remove trees as well as if there are permits required.

What are the tree trimming codes for Palm Beach County?

For Palm Beach County, there are a few trimming codes you should be familiar with to stay out of trouble.

The first one is that you should not trim the excess of one-third of the fronds or branches on the tree. This will be considered as over-pruning which is a violation of the codes.

With palm trees, you should not prune above the horizon line unless you have diseased or dead fronds.

A minor violation includes where a tree or trees are damaged to a level that they will never regrow to regain their natural canopy.

A significant violation is when you damage a tree when trimming, to a level that it does not regrow to gain a natural canopy less proper pruning.

All violations of the tree trimming code will result in a fine.

Will I need a permit to remove a tree?

In some cases yes while in other cases you do not need a permit. Here is how it works. If you fall under commercial sites and multi-family then you need to obtain a permit for you to remove a tree.

For people who fall under a single-family development, the only time you will be required to have a permit in case you are removing trees in a common area or a perimeter buffer.

What does tree removal typically cost?

The average cost is $871, but can vary from $225 to $3850. It depends on the size and location of the tree. Palm removal starts at $120
Depending on factors such as the access to the tree, the size of the tree, palm species and trunk diameter you may have to pay more. If you want to remove a tree in the middle of buildings, then you will pay higher.

The bigger the size of the palm tree the higher the cost of removal. This also directly relates to the diameter of its trunk.
Some palm tree species are easy to remove and cost less. Others have spikes that make the work difficult hence increasing the cost of removal.

How to hire a tree removal service

The process of hiring a tree removal service should be followed precisely. The first thing is to choose a good service provider. Make sure that the company has qualified arborists, they should have credentials like arboriculture certificate minimum level 3 and also be insured.

Then make sure that the company is insured. In case of damages to you or themselves, it will be easy to handle the situation. Make sure that they also have reviews online showing that they offer quality work. Then consider their quotes to make sure that they are offering good prices for the job.

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Tree removal laws & permits West Palm Beach FL

Can I remove existing trees from my property?
All multi-family and commercial sites need to have a Tree Removal permit to remove trees. Single-family developments must also have a permit to remove perimeter buffer and common area trees.

Can I trim my trees?
Trees must have a 20-foot canopy prior to trimming. Branches no larger than 1 inch in diameter may be cut when shaping, no more than 25 percent of the canopy may be removed in a one-year period. Hat-racking violators may be fined $250 per tree and/or trees replaced, refer to ULDC Article 7, Landscape.

Do I need a permit to clear my property?
A vegetation removal permit issued by Department of Environmental Resources Management 561-233-2400 is required for all commercial or multi-family sites and single-family residences on 2½ acres and or larger. Single-family residences on less than 2½ acres require only a valid building permit to clear.

A tree removal permit issued by Department of Environmental Resources Management 561-233-2400 is required for all commercial or multi-family sites and single-family residences on 2½ acres and or larger. Single-family residences on less than 2½ acres require only a valid building permit to clear.

What are controlled species?
Trees that are allowed in limited quantity and contingent on locations. Black Olive trees shall not be planted within 15-feet of any parking area. No more than 10 percent of required trees shall be Ficus and shall not be located within 30-feet from any structure or utility. Silk oak and rosewood shall not be planted within 500-feet of a preserve area.

What trees are prohibited on my property at the time of construction pursuant to the Landscape Code?

Australian Pine
Brazilian Pepper
Melaleuca
Ear leaf Acacia
Schefflera and Carrotwood

Tree removal ordinance West Palm Beach FL

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Tree removal permit application form West Palm Beach FL

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2300 N Jog Road
West Palm Beach, FL 33411-2741
Phone: 561-233-5000
Fax: 561-233-5212

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Tree removal laws & permits Boca Raton FL

It is illegal to cut down, destroy, remove or damage any tree without first obtaining a tree permit.

The following trees are considered a local pest and may be removed without approval in Boca Raton:
Schinus terebinthinfolius (Brazilian Pepper Tree)
Metopium toxiferum (Poison wood)
Melaleuca quinquenervia (Melaleuca)
Casuarina equisetifolia (Australian Pine)

Hazadous trees do not require a permit
If any tree is determined to be in a hazardous or dangerous condition so as to endanger the public health, welfare or safety, and requires immediate removal without delay, verbal authorization may be given by the development services department and the trees removed without obtaining a written permit as herein required.

Boca Raton City Hall contact
201 West Palmetto Park Road
Boca Raton, Florida 33432
Phone (561) 393-7700

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Tree removal laws & permits Boyton Beach FL

In Boynton Beach, single-family property owners generally are exempt from paying a fee or obtaining a permit if they do the work themselves on their own property.

A fee is required to remove trees from common areas, such as in a gated community or on commercial property, especially if a tree services contractor near you is used to do the work.

Generally the fee is 2 percent of the total value of the work

If somebody is performing work in the city, and they don’t have a tree trimming or removal license or the owner a permit, they’ll end up paying 8 percent of total value of the work in penalties.

Tree removal permit information Boynton Beach FL

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Tree removal permit application form Boynton Beach FL

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City Hall: 3301 Quantum Blvd, Suite 101
Boynton Beach, FL 33426
Phone: 561-742-6000

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Tree removal laws & permits Delray Beach FL

To remove any tree in Delray Beach you will require a work permit from your city. You can find a link to the application form below.

In most cases you will be required to replace the tree with a sapling, or if it is for construction you will need to replace the removed trees with new trees of equal size.

Tree removal permit information Delray Beach FL

https://www.delraybeachfl.gov/home/showdocument?id=4708

Tree removal permit application form Boynton Beach FL

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Tree removal laws & permits Jupiter FL

Can I remove a tree in a residential neighborhood?
If you live in a neighborhood with a Home Owners Association, you do not need Town approval, only Home Owners Association approval unless it’s a street tree or a tree on an undeveloped lot.

Can I remove mangroves?
No removal is permitted of mangroves unless you first receive a State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection permit and provide it to and gain approval from the town. State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection # is 561-681-6600.

Do I need a permit to remove a dead tree?
You do not need a permit to remove a dead tree. Depending upon where you live, you may need to replace it.

I want to remove a tree or modify landscaping on a commercial property – do I need a permission?
These properties require a Vegetation removal permit for Commercial, Multi-family and Industrial. If modifying landscaping – say a few plant switch outs with other plants, then a zoning determination letter requesting the changes. If they are doing a significant amount of change in the landscaping, they will need to submit a new landscape plan with a site plan amendment fee and a letter of request. Contact Planning & Zoning at 741-2323.

Tree removal permit information Boynton Beach FL

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Tree removal permit application form Jupiter FL

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Tree removal laws & permits Palm Beach Gardens FL

Do I need a City permit to remove a tree or a palm?
Yes, please contact the City Forester at 561-799-4243 or mhendrickson@pbgfl.com for more details.

Do I need a City permit to trim a tree or palm?
No you can trim a palm tree or regular tree for that matter without approval. However, tree pruning must be done in accordance with the City’s pruning code and ANSI 300 pruning safety standards.

More information is available on the City’s website (link).

Tree Trimming laws Palm Beach Gardens

The City of Palm Beach Gardens has specific standards for tree trimming in Section 78-328. Pruning (PDF) of the Land Developments Regulations, which limit and define the type of pruning allowed to establish healthy, strong trees and palms. Also, there are many reasons for tree pruning, safety being the primary one. Please review the information on Crape Myrtle Pruning (PDF).

For information on tree trimming prices, please visit our tree trimming cost guide for more details.

Tree removal permit application form Palm Beach Gardens FL

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Tree removal ordinance Palm Beach Gardens FL

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Tree removal laws & permits Royal Palm Beach FL

You may not remove a tree in Royal Palm beach city without first getting permit from the city. When you do obtain a permit, the work needs to be carried out by a licensed professional arborist.

If the tree is dead, deteriorated, or diseased, you will not require a permit before removal. You will need to document the state of the tree before removal and get the nod from a professional arborist.

Tree replacement
In most cases you will be asked to replace the tree that has been removed.

Exemptions
No vegetation protection permit shall be required for the removal of vegetation in the
Following situations:

https://www.royalpalmbeach.com/DocumentCenter/View/10944

See section 15.78 for details

Tree removal ordinance Royal Palm Beach FL

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Tree removal ordinance Royal Palm Beach FL

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Royal Palm Beach cit contact details
1050 Royal Palm Beach Boulevard
Royal Palm Beach, Florida 33411
Telephone (561) 790-5128 Fax (561) 790-5129

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Tree removal laws & permits Palm Springs FL

Tree Pruning
The Village requires that trees and palms be pruned in accordance with standards of the National Arborist Association. Property owners, landscape companies and handymen are all responsible for understanding these pruning standards.

Fines may be assessed for over pruning, improper pruning (hatracking), and illegal tree removal.

The following guidelines are offered to ensure proper pruning is performed:
• No more than 25% of the tree canopy may be pruned/removed within a year
• Branches should be cut at the point of origin, close to the trunk or parent branch
• Healthy palm fronds above the horizontal line should not be removed
• Climbing spurs should not be used to climb trees for pruning purposes

When a branch or frond is growing directly into/under a utility facility, pruning should be done by removing the entire branch, and not by cutting the branch at a defined clearance zone

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Is it illegal to cut down trees on your own property?

Updated: 24 March 2020

One of the biggest questions I get asked by home owners is, is it illegal to cut down trees on your own property? I thought it might be a good Idea to answer that question for anyone else who was wondering.

It is NOT illegal to remove a tree on your property IF the tree is not protected by the city.

Every city and county have what is called a Tree Protection Ordinance which is a list of Regulations/ laws for the removal of trees.

How do I know if my tree is protected?

There are a couple of ways to find out.

Go here and select your state > city to be directed to the local laws for tree removal.
Speak to an arborist in your area and ask them if it’s Okey to remove your tree.

Universal Exemptions:

There are some cases where a permit is not required in most cities. You will need to double check, but if the tree is one of the following you will not need a permit to remove:

Dead trees
Fallen trees
Dangerous trees
Non protected trees
Local pest species

Again, you will need to refer to your city or counties Tree Protection Ordinance to see whether you can remove your tree without a permit.

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Where can I find the rule on tree removal for my city?

Follow this link to see a full list of States and cities. Select your city to view the Tree ordinance.

Having trouble Understanding it?

This is pretty normal as they are written by lawyers and most of the time they are clear as mud.

Another way would be to go to your local city or county‘s website and search for;

“rules on tree removal permits [your city here]”.

You may have to search for words such as “Tree Removal Ordinance” and “Tree Removal Permit”.

Do I have legal authority over trees on my property?

Surprisingly the answer is no. All trees within your city are actually considered the communities trees.

You do not “own” the tree just because they happen to reside on your property. The reason for this is that trees bring a huge benefit to the community as a whole such as cleaning the air we breathe, reducing the heat island affect and creating habitat for local wildlife.

Cities regulate what trees can be removed or trimmed. Plus other guidelines regarding the ideal number of trees that should be planted and maintained on a property of a certain lot size.

As each city has different trees, local climates and ecosystems, the regulations surrounding the trees removal laws vary greatly from state to state.

What if the tree is dangerous/ unstable, Can I legally remove it?

If there is a tree on your property that presents an immediate risk to persons or property, it may be remove without waiting on a permit from your city.

I do suggest that you seek confirmation from a certified arborist that the tree is hazardous and needs to come down immediately.

To save yourself any headaches after the tree has been removed, make sure you document the reason why the tree is dangerous with photographs and with a written report from a certified local arborist who you get in to remove the tree.

So how do I know if a tree is dangerous or hazardous?

In a lot of cases a tree will become unstable after a storm. After a few days of extended rain and wind the ground becomes soft and trees that don’t have a naturally stable root system will develop a noticeable lean quite quickly.

If you notice a tree on your property has developed a new lean, even a slight one, it is a good idea to seek the advice of a qualified arborist. They will be able to quickly identify whether the tree needs to be removed or not. They also have to authority to act immediately on their recommendations and remove the tree without a permit.

In other cases such as internal rot and weak branch unions, it is a lot more difficult to tell if a tree is hazardous. It is also always a good idea to get a tree inspection and arborist report every few years to make sure that your tree is safe.

Is it illegal to cut down a dead tree without a permit?

Most of the time (99% of the time) the answer is no. Dead trees especially if they have been dead for an extended period are considered hazardous. You will not need a permit to remove a dead tree.

If a dead tree is left in place for an extended period, the stabilizing roots in the ground will rot away in time, and the tree will easily blow over in the next storm.

You are obligated to maintain all trees on your property and that includes removal of dead trees.

I do not suggest removing a dead tree on your own and you are best seeking the services of a qualified and licensed arborist in your city.

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Will I need permission to remove a tree on my property?

Weather permission is needed to remove a tree on your property will depend on the size of the tree, the location of the tree on your property and its proximity to your home and other utilities such as power lines.

It will also depend on the tree species and whether that particular tree species is protected or considered a nuisance.

In all cities there is what is known as a Tree Preservation Ordinance. In this ordinance the city outlines a specific size of tree which is automatically considered significant and becomes protected under the ordinance laws.

A heritage tree is one that has been documented to have been part of the community for 50 years or more.

An example of a common regulation that can be found in a Tree Ordinance would be;

Any tree with a trunk circumference smaller than 12 inches may be removed without a permit. Anything larger will be considered a significant tree and therefore protected. In this case you will need permission to remove the tree.

Again the above is just an example and in your particular case you will need to refer to the local laws that govern tree removal in your city.

What is the fine for illegally removing trees?

This will depend on the city you live in and the significance of the tree you have removed.

For example if it is illegal to remove a palm tree without permission in your city and you have done so, you might receive a fine of $500.

On the other hand if you have to removed a 150 year old Oak tree that stands 50 foot high and was home to a rare and endangered breeding pair of owls, you could imagine the fine would be a lot steeper.

I’ve heard of some people being fined up to $5000 for removing a single tree without a permit from the city.

In conclusion I think it is a good idea to know the rules and regulations for cutting down trees on your property before you do so. In most cases you find the city is very fair and will allow you to remove a tree that you were not happy with as long as it is replaced with a new Sapling.

It’s always a good idea to remember the trees bring with them a quality of life for people living around them that cannot be equated in dollars.

We have already mentioned they clean the air and reduce your cooling costs in the summer, but there is also a lot to be said about the calming effects of having nature right on your doorstep.

Author: Ben McInerney – Ben is a qualified arborist with 15 plus years of industry experience in Arboriculture. He ran a successful tree service before turning to writing and publishing. Ben is dedicating to providing users with the most accurate up to date information on everything trees.

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