South Jordan, UT Tree Protection: Heritage & Protected Trees (2026)
Key Facts
- Administered by
- City Urban Forester
- State program referenced
- Utah Heritage Tree Act
- Registry
- Utah Heritage Tree Register
- Scope
- Public or private trees
Summary
South Jordan's Urban Forester can identify and preserve historic trees and nominate them to the Utah Heritage Tree Register.
The Urban Forester, in conjunction with the City's Parks Department, the Community Development Department, and property owners may identify, mark, publicize, and preserve historic and notable trees on public or private property in conjunction with the Utah Heritage Tree Act. The Urban Forester may help locate and record healthy trees that qualify as candidates for the Utah Heritage Tree Register.
Full Breakdown
City Code § 12.24.090, Historic Tree Preservation, lets the Urban Forester, working with the Parks and Community Development Departments and property owners, identify, mark, publicize, and preserve historic and notable trees on public or private property under the Utah Heritage Tree Act. The Urban Forester may also locate and record healthy trees that qualify as candidates for the statewide Utah Heritage Tree Register. The provision is program-based, with no separate permit or removal ban tied specifically to a designated tree.
Violations & Fines
There is no distinct penalty for this designation program; general Chapter 12.24 violations, such as damaging a City tree, remain a Class C misdemeanor under § 12.24.100.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a heritage designation stop me from removing my tree?
Who nominates a tree to the Utah Heritage Tree Register?
Sources & Official References
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