Tree removal permit rules in Colorado Springs, CO — sometimes called heritage tree, protected tree, or street tree ordinances — list which trees require a permit before you can cut them down.
Colorado Springs generally does not require a permit to remove trees on private property, except for trees in designated preservation areas or impacting public rights-of-way. No heritage tree protection ordinance exists citywide.
Property owners may generally remove private trees without a city permit. However, development plans and approved site plans may include tree preservation requirements tied to the original development approval. Trees located in park land, city rights-of-way, or designated open space require permission from the Parks Department before removal. Some planned development zones (PDZ) or HOA covenants may restrict tree removal. Colorado Springs does not have a general 'heritage tree' or 'significant tree' protection ordinance. If a tree is damaging infrastructure (sidewalks, utilities), coordinate with Colorado Springs Utilities or the city.
Unauthorized removal: $500 to $10,000 per tree. Replacement planting required. Street tree damage: city restitution costs.
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