Tree removal permit rules in White Plains, NY — sometimes called heritage tree, protected tree, or street tree ordinances — list which trees require a permit before you can cut them down.
White Plains Tree Ordinance (Chapter 5-3) requires a permit to remove regulated trees on private property above DBH thresholds. Significant trees protected.
White Plains has a municipal tree preservation ordinance covering trees on private property that meet size thresholds (typically trees 8 inches DBH or greater, larger for certain species). Removal without a permit is a violation. Permits require site plan indicating tree species, size, and reason for removal; replacement planting often required. Emergency/hazard removals may be allowed with post-notice.
Unauthorized removal: fines up to $1,000 per tree, plus replacement requirements.
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