Tree removal permit rules in Montgomery, AL — sometimes called heritage tree, protected tree, or street tree ordinances — list which trees require a permit before you can cut them down.
Montgomery does not have a comprehensive tree protection ordinance for private property, but trees in the public right-of-way and in historic districts may be protected. Developers must comply with landscaping requirements in the zoning code.
Private property owners in Montgomery may generally remove trees on their land without a permit, unless the property is in a historic district or the tree is in the public right-of-way. The zoning code (Appendix C) includes landscaping and tree planting requirements for new developments and commercial properties. Trees in the public right-of-way are managed by the city and require permission before removal. Historic district properties may need Historic Preservation Commission approval for significant tree removal.
Removing trees from the public right-of-way without permission may result in fines and required replacement. Historic district violations carry additional penalties.
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