Tree removal permit rules in Boca Raton, FL — sometimes called heritage tree, protected tree, or street tree ordinances — list which trees require a permit before you can cut them down.
Boca Raton requires permits for the removal of significant trees on private property. The city has tree preservation requirements that may require replacement plantings when trees are removed.
Boca Raton has tree preservation regulations requiring permits for removal of significant trees. Trees above certain caliper sizes on private property require a removal permit from the city. Permit applications may require an arborist report. Replacement tree planting may be required, or a fee may be assessed for the tree replacement fund. Protected species like live oaks and native trees may have additional protections. Emergency removal of hazardous trees may be exempt from standard permitting.
Unauthorized tree removal may result in fines and mandatory replacement planting at a ratio greater than one-to-one.
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