Tree removal permit rules in Richmond County, NY — sometimes called heritage tree, protected tree, or street tree ordinances — list which trees require a permit before you can cut them down.
Removing any street tree in Richmond County requires an NYC Parks permit and usually mitigation. Private trees 6 inches DBH or larger trigger tree-protection review when a construction permit is filed.
NYC Parks has exclusive jurisdiction over street trees under Admin Code §18-107. Unauthorized removal violates §18-129 and can trigger the tree-valuation formula. On private property, Local Law 3 of 2010 does not impose a blanket permit for residential tree removal, but DOB Tree Protection Plans are required when construction threatens trees ≥6" DBH. Developers must replace or pay in-lieu fees set by Parks Forestry.
Illegal street tree removal: civil penalty up to $15,000 plus replacement cost calculated by CTLA valuation (often $5,000–$30,000+ for mature trees).
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