Mobile, AL Landscaping Rules: Tree Removal & Heritage Trees (2026)

In all cases where removal is permitted, the said tree shall be relocated if deemed feasible by the urban forester and the cost of relocation does not exceed five hundred dollars ($500.00). Otherwise said tree shall be replaced in coordination with and approval by the urban forester.(b)Appeal of grant or denial of permit. Appeals of either a grant or denial of a permit by the urban forester shall be to the city council and may be taken by the applicant, by any officer, department or board of the city affected by any decision, or by any person aggrieved by the decision by filing a written notice of appeal with the urban forester and the city clerk within fifteen (15) days from the date of the decision. The notice of appeal shall specify the particular grounds upon which the appeal is taken. Upon receipt of the notice of appeal, the urban forester shall transmit to the city clerk all of the original documents and materials, or true copies thereof, constituting the record upon which the order or decision appealed is based. Any person aggrieved by the decision of the city council may appeal the decision in accordance with state code. (Ord. No. 65-018-2021, § 1, 3-16-21)