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Ormond Beach, FL Tree Protection: Tree Replacement Requirements (2026)

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Verified 1 month ago|Source: Volusia LDC Ch. 72 Art. III →

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Ratios: 1:1 up to 4:1 heritage
Min Size: 2-inch caliper, 10 ft
Preferred: FL native species
Fee-in-Lieu: $250-$500 per tree
Warranty: 24-month survival

Summary

Volusia County requires tree replacement at 1:1 to 4:1 ratios based on species and size removed. Minimum 2-inch caliper with native Florida species preferred. Fee-in-lieu option pays into Tree Preservation Trust Fund.

Full Breakdown

Volusia County LDC Chapter 72, Article III mandates replacement planting for permitted tree removals on a sliding scale: 1:1 for standard trees under 12-inch DBH, 2:1 for 12 to 24 inch trees, 3:1 for specimen 24+ inch trees, and 4:1 for heritage species. Replacement trees must meet minimum Florida Grades and Standards #1 quality with 2-inch caliper and 10 ft height at planting. Approved species lists favor Florida natives: live oak, laurel oak, southern magnolia, red maple, bald cypress, sabal palm, slash pine, red cedar, and dahoon holly. Invasive exotics (Brazilian pepper, Chinese tallow, camphor tree, melaleuca) prohibited per FL §581.091. Trees must be planted on-site when space allows; otherwise a fee-in-lieu of $250 to $500 per replacement tree funds the county Tree Preservation Trust Fund used for public planting along Halifax River, Mosquito Lagoon, and beach dune restoration. A 24-month maintenance warranty applies. Municipalities match or exceed these: DeLand requires 3-inch caliper; NSB requires 80% survival audit at 2 years.

Violations & Fines

Failure to replace: $250 to $1,000 per tree plus required planting. Fee-in-lieu non-payment creates a lien on property under FL §162.09. Planting non-approved or invasive species voids replacement credit and requires re-planting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I plant palms as replacement trees?

Sabal palms (Florida's state tree) and cabbage palms count, but ornamental palms like queen and foxtail may not satisfy canopy replacement unless supplemented with shade trees.

What if my lot is too small for 3 replacement trees?

Pay fee-in-lieu to the Tree Preservation Trust Fund. Volusia uses these funds for Halifax River corridor and dune restoration plantings.

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