Property owners in Fort Lauderdale must maintain trees to provide clearance over sidewalks and streets. The city has significant tree protection ordinances for its tropical canopy.
Fort Lauderdale requires property owners to trim trees for sidewalk clearance (8 feet) and street clearance (14 feet). The city values its tropical tree canopy and has tree protection provisions. The Parks and Recreation department manages trees in the public right-of-way. After hurricanes, the city coordinates emergency tree removal and debris cleanup. Neighbors may trim branches extending over their property line. Many properties have tropical species (royal palms, banyan trees) requiring specialized maintenance.
Failure to maintain clearance results in notices and fines. The city may trim hazardous limbs and bill the owner.
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