Coral Springs protects specimen and historic trees under Section 212 of the Land Development Code. These trees require a council plan permit before any pruning or removal. A professional tree appraisal determines the dollar value, and removal requires replacement trees equal to the appraised value.
Section 212 of the Coral Springs Land Development Code provides enhanced protection for specimen and historic trees. A specimen tree is defined as a very mature tree that is a perfect example of its species. Historic trees have documented historical significance to the community. Both categories require a council plan permit before any work, including pruning or removal. When removal is approved, the city requires a professional tree appraisal to determine the tree's dollar value. The applicant must then provide replacement trees whose total purchase and installation cost equals the appraised value of the removed tree. The replacement species must be native trees or species similar to those removed, as approved by the city manager or designee. Property owners who are uncertain whether a tree qualifies as specimen or historic should contact the Landscaping Development Department at 9500 West Sample Road, Coral Springs, FL 33065, or call Development Services at 954-344-1160.
Unauthorized removal of specimen or historic trees results in mandatory replacement at full appraised value plus fines. Code enforcement penalties start at $500 for specimen tree violations and may escalate to $1,000 per day for non-compliance with replacement orders.
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