Ocoee regulates trimming of protected trees through its landscape and tree preservation ordinance. Routine maintenance pruning that does not exceed 25 percent of the canopy generally does not require a permit. Heavy trimming or topping of specimen trees requires review by the city arborist.
Ocoee Code Chapter 108.5 protects trees 8 inches DBH and larger on private property. Crown reduction beyond 25 percent is considered excessive and may be treated as removal. ANSI A300 pruning standards are recommended. Trees within utility easements are trimmed by Duke Energy under its vegetation management program. Property owners must not trim trees on neighboring parcels or city right-of-way without authorization. FL §163.045 preempts local permits for trimming residential trees documented by an ISA-certified arborist as posing danger.
Excessive crown reduction or topping treated as removal, with replacement or mitigation fees. Unauthorized trimming of city or neighbor trees: civil liability plus code citation up to $500. Improper trimming during nesting season may violate Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
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