Huntersville has a tree preservation ordinance protecting specimen and heritage trees. Routine trimming of healthy private trees is allowed without a permit; removal of protected trees requires approval.
The Huntersville Zoning Ordinance includes tree preservation standards (Article 7) for development sites. Individual homeowners can generally prune trees on their own property without a permit. Tree trimming within the town right-of-way requires coordination with Huntersville Public Works. Under NC common law, a homeowner may trim branches and roots of a neighbors tree up to their property line but cannot damage the trees health. Duke Energy handles utility line clearance and may trim or remove trees threatening power lines. Topping trees is strongly discouraged by the town arborist.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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