Tree removal permit rules in West Jordan, UT — sometimes called heritage tree, protected tree, or street tree ordinances — list which trees require a permit before you can cut them down.
West Jordan requires a no-fee permit from Public Works before removing any tree in the public right-of-way (park strip). Private yard tree removal is generally unregulated, but protected species and trees used for required landscaping buffers need replacement.
Under Title 10 and the Public Works Tree Ordinance, homeowners must obtain written approval from the city arborist before cutting down, topping, or severely pruning trees in park strips, medians, or parks. Permits are free but require identifying the species, reason for removal (disease, infrastructure conflict, hazard), and replacement plan. Private yard trees on single-family lots are typically exempt from removal permits unless the tree was planted as part of a required landscape buffer under site plan approval. Dead, diseased, or hazardous trees may be removed without permit but with photo documentation. HOA covenants in Jordan Ridge, Stone Creek, and newer subdivisions often impose additional tree protection requirements.
Unpermitted removal of public tree: $500 fine plus replacement cost (typically $200–$600 per caliper inch). Removal of landscape-required tree without replacement: stop-work order and up to $750 fine.
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