Tree Protection in Miami Beach, FL (2026)
1 verified tree protection rules for Miami Beach, Florida, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Protected Tree Species
Miami Beach protects its most valuable trees through a heritage tree designation made by the environment and sustainability director. Once designated, a heritage tree gets a protected drip-line zone, mandatory arborist review before any pruning or removal, and access to a city pruning-cost reimbursement program.
Miami Beach Heritage Tree Designation Rules
Some RestrictionsMiami Beach City Code Sec. 46-63
(1)Designation. Heritage trees shall be those specimen trees or grouping of specimen trees designated by the city environment and sustainability director in recognition that the trees or grouping of trees are of unique or intrinsic value. In order for a specimen tree to be considered for heritage tree designation, the tree must be identified through an evaluation by a ISA certified arborist and...
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