As stated in the city's Code of Ordinances, a permit is required to cut or remove any tree that is 19 inches in diameter or larger. The exemptions are:
If the tree is not on the Tree List
The residential property is more than 100 acres in size or if the property is a primary residence
Trees that are not part of a Tree Disposition Plan or required for the landscaping of a commercial development
Trees damaged by natural disasters and determined to be hazardous, examples of natural disasters:
Earthquakes
Fires
Floods
Thunderstorms
Windstorms
Other natural disasters
When removal is necessary as determined by Fire Department personnel while actively fighting a fire
Trees being grown as part of a licensed nursery business
Public utility companies with a franchise from the city and city crews are exempted from the requirement for the purposes of clearing and maintaining so as to provide safe and adequate services
Print it out, complete it, and submit it to the City Arborist, or fill out the electronic application and email Heather McKnight the completed application.
Provide payment of the Tree Permit fee in the amount of $50, payable to the City of League City.