Landscaping Rules in York County, PA (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated York County, Pennsylvania.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of York County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Tree Removal & Heritage Trees
York County requires no permit to remove a single tree, but clearing land that disturbs 5,000 square feet or more triggers an erosion-and-sediment-control plan reviewed by the York County Conservation District under 25 Pa Code Chapter 102.
York County PA: Land-Clearing Needs County Erosion-Control Review
Some Restrictions25 Pa Code § 102.4(b)
A person proposing earth disturbance activities shall develop, implement and maintain E&S BMPs... A written E&S Plan is required... The earth disturbance activity will result in a total earth disturbance of 5,000 square feet (464.5 square meters) or more.
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