Tree removal permit rules in Douglas County, NE — sometimes called heritage tree, protected tree, or street tree ordinances — list which trees require a permit before you can cut them down.
No permit is required to remove trees on private property in unincorporated Douglas County. Trees in county road right-of-ways are county property and may not be removed without authorization.
Property owners in unincorporated Douglas County may remove trees on their own private land without a county permit. Trees within county road right-of-ways are county property and require county authorization before removal. Removal of trees near drainage easements or county infrastructure may trigger review. Environmental regulations (wetlands, stream buffers) may restrict tree removal in sensitive areas. NDEE may regulate clearing of riparian vegetation in certain circumstances.
Removing trees from county right-of-ways without authorization may result in restoration requirements and costs.
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