Tree Removal & Heritage Trees: Keller vs Mansfield

Do I need a permit to cut down a tree in my Keller backyard?

Routine removal of smaller non-protected trees on built residential lots generally does not require a permit. Mature native oaks and pecans may be protected and require an application.

What happens if I remove a protected tree without permission?

Illegal removal can result in stop-work orders, fines, and mandatory replacement planting at larger caliper than standard mitigation would require.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in my Mansfield backyard?

For single-family residential properties, removing trees within your fenced backyard typically does not require a permit unless the tree is a protected heritage tree or located in a drainage easement. Confirm with Planning before removal of large trees.

Can I cut down a street tree in front of my Mansfield house?

No. Street trees in the parkway strip are city-controlled and require approval before removal. Unauthorized removal can result in replacement costs and fines. Contact Public Works before cutting any street tree.

What is tree mitigation in Mansfield?

When protected trees are removed during development, the city requires planting replacement trees of equivalent inch diameter or paying a fee-in-lieu into the citys tree fund. Texas state law requires credit for voluntary onsite mitigation.