Tree removal permit rules in North Richland Hills, TX — sometimes called heritage tree, protected tree, or street tree ordinances — list which trees require a permit before you can cut them down.
North Richland Hills requires a tree removal permit for any protected tree 6 inches DBH or larger in residential zones, and 8 inches DBH in other zones, under Chapter 114 of the code.
North Richland Hills Code of Ordinances Chapter 114 (Vegetation/Tree Preservation) protects trees based on species and size. A Tree Removal Permit from Planning and Inspections is required to remove any tree of at least 6 inches DBH (Diameter at Breast Height measured 4.5 feet above ground) in residential zones, or 8 inches DBH in commercial, industrial, and multi-family zones. Live oak, bur oak, pecan, and cedar elm receive added protection as heritage species. Permits require a site plan showing the tree location, species, size, and reason for removal. Mitigation is typically required through replacement planting at a 1:1 or greater caliper-inch ratio, or an in-lieu tree fund contribution of around 200 dollars per diameter inch. Dead, diseased, or imminently hazardous trees may be removed with expedited approval. Development sites must submit a tree survey with plans. Contact Planning at (817) 427-6300 before cutting. Violations run 500 dollars per tree plus restoration costs.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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