Mahwah vs Paramus

Do I need a permit to prune my own trees in Mahwah?

No permit is required for cutting, pruning, or trimming on private property as long as the work does not harm the tree's health. Removal of regulated trees still requires a permit.

Can I trim a Township-owned street tree myself?

No. Mahwah reserves the right to plant, prune, and maintain trees in public rights-of-way. Contact the Township before any work on street trees or trees in public easements.

Do I need a permit to trim a tree in front of my house?

If the tree stands in the public right-of-way or on Borough property, yes. The Shade Tree and Parks Commission must issue a permit before any trimming or care work begins.

Are trees on my private property covered?

Generally no, unless the property is undeveloped or contains a Zoning Board required planted buffer area. Trimming healthy trees on developed lots usually does not require a Commission permit.

Can I hire any landscaper to prune street trees?

Only with Commission authorization. Private companies cannot perform tree care on public trees without an approved permit, and unauthorized work exposes both the homeowner and contractor to penalties.