Answers to Frequently Asked Questions for Residents - Page 6
Below are the answers to the most frequently asked questions about tree maintenance and tree permits. Additional Resident FAQs are available by following the links at the bottom of the page.
Tree Maintenance and Tree Permits
Who is responsible for maintaining the trees and vegetation within the right-of-ways?
Property owners who own property adjacent to a public right-of-way are responsible for the maintenance street trees and related vegetation within the right-of-way adjacent to their property Owners must maintain a minimum clearance of fourteen feet (14') above the traveled pavement or curb of a public street and must promptly remove all dead, diseased or dangerous trees, or broken or decayed limbs which may constitute a threat or danger to the safety of the public.
When is a tree permit for tree pruning, alteration or removal required?
Tree Permits are required when work is being performed on trees and related vegetation if the trees and related vegetation are:
- within public right-of-ways,
- on public properties,
- on private properties that do not have occupied permanent structures that are homesteaded,
- on commercial and office zoned properties,
- on properties that have a designated Tree Preservation Area on them, or are
- on agricultural zoned properties outside of 150 feet from the owner's residence or principle structure.
Most Tree Permits are issued to and related to some form of commercial development, residential development, home building or franchise utility maintenance, but there are some developed properties (both residential and commercial) that have platted Tree Preservation Areas and easements that exist on the property. These property owners must be aware that if such an area or easement exists on their property they must first obtain a Tree Permit prior to removing or altering trees within the area. If you are unsure if there is a Tree Preservation Area or easement on your property, please contact the Planning Department at 817-748-8069 for assistance. For more information on tree preservation guidelines and permitting, please visit the Tree Preservation Ordinance page.
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