When a protected tree is removed in Tarpon Springs, Article IX requires replacement on a one-DBH-inch-for-one-DBH-inch basis or payment of a fee in lieu, ensuring net canopy is preserved.
Tarpon Springs Land Development Code Article IX, Section 133, requires that any protected tree removed be replaced. The replacement standard is one DBH inch of new tree for each DBH inch of tree removed, achievable with multiple smaller trees of approved native or Florida-friendly species. If on-site replacement is not feasible, applicants may pay a fee in lieu that is deposited into the city's tree fund and used for plantings on public property. The Building Development Department issues planting lists, sets minimum nursery sizes, and may inspect the new plantings. Failure to install or maintain the required replacements is a continuing violation subject to additional fines.
Failing to install required replacements brings continuing-violation Code Enforcement fines, mandatory installation, and potential liens. Fee-in-lieu nonpayment blocks future permits.
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