Bergenfield Chapter 291 forbids removing or injuring any living tree on public property without a written Shade Tree Committee permit, and lets the Committee order removal of dangerous trees.
Under Chapter 291, no person may cut down, remove, or otherwise injure a living tree or shrub on public highways, public rights-of-way, parks, or other public places in Bergenfield without first obtaining a written permit from the Shade Tree Committee. Requests for removal of a Borough shade tree are submitted in writing to the Committee at 198 North Washington Avenue or by email to dpw@bergenfieldnj.gov for forwarding. The Committee may also require the removal of any tree it determines to be dangerous to public safety, with the cost charged to the owner of the tree. Bergenfield does not maintain a borough-wide private-tree removal permit; trees fully on private property are generally not regulated under Chapter 291.
Removing a public tree without a Shade Tree Committee permit can result in fines and orders to replace or restore the tree.
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