Cedar Hill requires a permit to remove protected trees of specified caliper; fees and replacement (mitigation) trees apply. Hazard trees may be exempt.
Cedar Hill's tree preservation ordinance protects native trees above a specified diameter at breast height (DBH), commonly 6-8 inches for protected species and larger thresholds for heritage trees. A tree removal permit must be obtained from the Planning Department before cutting protected trees on residential or commercial property. Removal generally requires either replacement plantings (mitigation trees of specified caliper inches) or a per-inch removal fee paid into the city's tree fund. Cedar Hill sits within the Texas Cross Timbers and includes large stands of post oak, blackjack oak, cedar elm, and Eastern red cedar (especially near the escarpment). Dead, diseased, or hazardous trees verified by an arborist may be removed without mitigation. Land clearing for development requires a tree survey.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Cedar Hill code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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