Grand Prairie requires permits for removing protected trees (generally over 6-12 inches diameter at breast height). Heritage oaks have additional protections. Mitigation required for removed protected trees. Fines start at $500 for unpermitted removal.
Grand Prairie's Tree Preservation Ordinance requires permits for the removal of protected trees. Trees over a certain diameter at breast height (DBH), generally 6-12 inches depending on species, require permits before removal. Heritage oaks and other significant trees have enhanced protections under city code. The ordinance requires mitigation for removed protected trees, which may include replacement plantings or payment into a tree fund. Unpermitted removals incur fines starting at $500, and more significant violations can reach $10,000+ per tree. Dormant-season pruning of branches under 2 inches in diameter is generally homeowner-safe and permit-free. The city's Planning Department administers tree removal permits.
Unpermitted removal: $500-$10,000+ per tree. Mitigation/replacement required. Stop work orders for ongoing violations.
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