Oklahoma City requires permits for street trees and trees over 8-inch DBH in commercial PUDs. Private residential trees generally unregulated. Edmond has stricter private rules.
Oklahoma City Municipal Code §38-15 and §59-10900 require permits before removing any street tree, tree in public right-of-way, or tree over 8-inch DBH (diameter at breast height, 4.5 feet above grade) within a commercial PUD or urban-design district. Residential private property trees are generally unregulated unless (1) in a designated Heritage district, (2) subject to HOA CC&Rs, or (3) removed during development requiring a tree survey. Edmond Code §22-43 requires permits to remove private trees over 12-inch DBH in established neighborhoods. Midwest City has no private-tree ordinance. Unincorporated Oklahoma County has no tree-removal regulation. Post oaks, pecans, American elms, and bur oaks native to central Oklahoma are commonly subject to PUD protection. Hazardous, dead, or diseased trees qualify for expedited permits — call the OKC Forestry Division (405-297-1441). Utility right-of-way clearance work by OG&E, OEC, or ONG does not require permits.
Unauthorized street tree removal: $500 to $5,000 per tree (OKC §38-17). PUD violations: $1,000 to $10,000 + replacement at 2:1 or 3:1 ratio.
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Edmond Code Title 8 prohibits noise that disturbs the peace. Barking dogs that disturb neighbors may constitute a violation. Complaints handled by Edmond Non...
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Edmond Code Title 8 addresses nuisance noise. Construction is generally expected to occur during daytime hours in residential areas. No separate construction...
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Edmond regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound amplification permits available for events. 21 O.S. §1289 applies.
Edmond, OK
Edmond Code Title 8, Chapter 8.12 (Public Peace and Safety) prohibits disturbing the peace by loud or unusual noise. General quiet hours follow the standard ...
Edmond, OK
No Edmond-specific aircraft noise ordinance. Aircraft noise is governed by FAA regulations. Edmond is near Will Rogers World Airport flight paths. No local a...
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Edmond's zoning code violation list includes commercial vehicles parked in residential areas. Commercial vehicles in residential zones may violate Edmond's c...
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