Tree removal permit rules in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM — sometimes called heritage tree, protected tree, or street tree ordinances — list which trees require a permit before you can cut them down.
Los Ranchos landscaping regulations (§9.2.19) address tree preservation in the village's agricultural zones. The bosque area along the Rio Grande has additional protections. Tree removal on public property requires approval.
Los Ranchos tree removal regulations protect the urban canopy by requiring permits for trees above a size threshold, typically 6 to 12 inches trunk diameter measured at breast height (4.5 feet). Applications may require an arborist report. Street trees in the right-of-way are managed exclusively by Los Ranchos public works or urban forestry. Dead, dying, or hazardous trees may qualify for expedited removal. Replacement planting is usually required. New Mexico state law may preempt local tree ordinances in certain circumstances.
Unauthorized removal: $500 to $10,000 per tree. Replacement planting required. Street tree damage: city restitution costs.
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