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The Memphis and Shelby County Unified Development Code requires a tree removal permit or an approved alternative before clearing trees on non-exempt parcels, with a notice of intent, a tree survey, and removals limited by the tree removal matrix.
Memphis & Shelby County UDC Sub-Section 6.1.2B(2)
No more than 45 and no less than ten working days before the removal of any existing tree a notice of intent must be filed with the Zoning Administrator; Before the removal of any existing tree, a tree survey shall be submitted to the Zoning Administrator for review.
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