Tree Protection in Dunwoody, GA (2026)
1 verified tree protection rules for Dunwoody, Georgia, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Heritage & Protected Trees
Dunwoody's code protects specimen and special trees by size and condition criteria rather than a discretionary landmark list: hardwoods at 24 inches DBH, softwoods at 30 inches, understory at 6 inches qualify as specimen trees, triggering heightened replacement obligations when removed.
Dunwoody Specimen and Special Tree Rules
Significant RestrictionsDunwoody Code of Ordinances § 16-110(a), (d)
(a)Criteria. Some trees on a site warrant special consideration and encouragement for preservation. These trees are referred to as specimen or special trees. The following criteria are used by the city arborist to identify specimen and special trees. Both the size and condition must be met for a tree to qualify.(1)Tree size. Criteria Special Trees Specimen Trees Minimum size for hardwoods 14" t...
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