Tree Replacement Requirements: New Rochelle vs Yonkers

Do I have to replant every tree I remove?

Generally yes, for permitted removals. Replacement is typically calculated on total caliper inches. Fee-in-lieu options exist where on-site replanting isn't feasible.

What size replacement tree does New Rochelle require?

Typical replacements use 2.5 to 3 inch caliper nursery stock. Total caliper inches replanted should equal the caliper inches removed under Chapter 292.

Can I pay a fee instead of planting a replacement tree in New Rochelle?

Yes. If on-site replanting is impractical, you may pay into the city's tree fund, which supports street tree and park tree planting elsewhere in New Rochelle.

Do I have to plant a new tree if I remove an old one?

For development-related removals, yes — replacement is required. For routine homeowner removal of smaller trees, replacement may not be mandated.

What tree replacement ratio does Yonkers require?

Replacement ratios typically start at 1:1 and go higher depending on the caliper of the removed tree. The Yonkers tree preservation ordinance bases the ratio on trunk size during site plan review.

Can I pay a fee instead of replanting a tree in Yonkers?

Yes. Where on-site replacement is not feasible, fees-in-lieu may be paid to a city tree fund for planting elsewhere. Species lists favor native Hudson Valley hardwoods.