Pembroke Pines requires replacement trees within 30 days of permitted removal under the Land Development Code. The city maintains a Preferred Tree Planting List identifying recommended species. Invasive species removal has waived permit fees but replacement is still required. The Planning, Zoning & Landscaping Department reviews replacement plans. Improper tree maintenance is addressed in Section 155.672.
Under the Pembroke Pines Land Development Code, when a tree is removed with a permit, a replacement must be installed within 30 calendar days. The city publishes a Preferred Tree Planting List (updated September 2025) identifying recommended tree species for the Pembroke Pines environment. Replacement species should be selected from this list when possible. FLEPPC Category I invasive species removals have waived permit fees, but replacement planting is still required. Section 155.672 addresses improper tree maintenance, including severe pruning, topping, and shaping trees as shrubs. The Landscape Mitigation Plan process may apply for larger development projects. Contact Planning, Zoning & Landscaping at 954-392-2100 for guidance.
Failure to plant replacement trees within 30 days violates the permit conditions. Additional fines may apply.
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