Tree Removal Information | City of Tampa

To report an un-permitted tree removal - Please call TREE HOTLINE: 258-TREE (8733)Tree Removal and Site Clearing Permits

All trees five (5) inches and over in trunk diameters are protected in the City of Tampa, which means permitsfor removal must be obtained prior to removal. All cypress and mangrove trees, regardless of size, require apermit for removal. This applies to private property and public right of way.

Applications are not permits. An inspector will verify your request meets Chapter 13 requirements for removal. Permit fees are described below.

Permit applications are available and processed:City of Tampa Construction Services Center1400 North BoulevardTampa, FL. 33607Tel: 274-3100

The following trees do not require permits for removal: Eucalyptus tree; Ear tree; Punk tree; Chinaberry tree; Cherry laurel tree; Brazillian pepper tree;Monkey puzzle tree; Silk oak tree; Mimosa tree; Queen palm; Wild cherry tree; Citrus spp.; Chinese tallow tree; Lead tree; Rosewood tree; Earleaf acacia tree;Surinam cherry; Carrotwood tree; Golden rain tree; Schefflera tree.

Trees that are located on private property, but overhang public property or streets, will only be pruned by the City of Tampa, if they are interfering with access or emergency vehicle height clearance. Pruning will also occur if there has been a branch failure that is blocking access to a public street, sidewalk, or driveway apron off the public street. Please contact the Tampa Parks and Recreation Department, Urban Forestry Division at (813) 274-5744.

To request the trimming and/or removal of trees within medians, City owned empty lots and alleys, please contact theNeighborhood Enhancement, (813) 307-5513.

To request trimming or report trees on overhead power lines, please contact Tampa Electric (TECO) Line Clearance office at (813) 223-0800 or (813) 228-1111.

Trees over 34 inches in trunk diameter may qualify for grand tree designation. Grand trees have elevated protection requirements and may only beremoved under certain circumstances. In addition, permits are required for pruning grand trees. Permit fees for pruning grand trees are $116.00, plus 3% Florida Permit Surcharge (minimum surcharge is $4.00). Permit fees for hazardous grand tree removal are $150.00, plus 3% Florida Permit Surcharge (minimum surcharge is$4.00); non-hazardous grand tree removal request, $601.00, plus 3% Florida Permit Surcharge (minimum surcharge is$4.00). Please contact Planning and Urban Design Division, Natural Resources Section at (813) 274-3100, Option 4, for additional information.

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Tree Removal Information | City of Tampa