Tree Removal Permit

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Please include City, State, and Zip Code
Please include City, State, and Zip Code

This information is readily available on the Zoning and  Future Land Use Map.

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The Edgewater Land Development Code requires a minimum of 1 tree per 1,500 square feet of lot area, and mitigation for each specimen and/or historic tree removed.
Please List The Measurements and Species for Each of the Trees Being Removed.

Measuring Single Trunk Trees on Level Ground

Diameter at Breast Height (DBH) can be measured quickly with a specially calibrated diameter tape, often referred to as a d-tape, that displays the diameter measurement when wrapped around the circumference of a tree. If you don't have access to a d-tape, you can find the diameter of the tree using a string, a measuring tape, a thumbtack, and a calculator.

  1. With the measuring tape, measure 4.5 feet up the trunk of the tree from the ground. Use a thumbtack to mark the height on the tree.
  2. Wrap your string around the tree trunk at 4.5 feet. Make sure the string is straight and tight around the trunk, and mark or cut the circumference on the string.
  3. Measure the length of string to get the circumference of the tree.
  4. Convert the circumference measurement to diameter by dividing the circumference by pi (3.14).

For Further Instructions YouTube has the following Video: https://youtu.be/R9eQ9qFrSVs?si=BP5oXr88JxNEeFJk

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Historic Tree Affidavit
Historic trees are specimen trees (listed below) reaching 36-inches DBH (measured 4.5ft from the ground) with the exception of the Laurel Oak. Historic trees shall only be removed upon approval of a Tree Removal Permit granted by City Council or in accordance with Fla. Stat. § 163.045. Single-family and duplex lots shall have a minimum of one (1) tree per 1,500 square feet of lot area. Highly suggest using existing trees towards this overall count. By signing this affidavit, the applicant testifies there are no trees 36 inches or larger at DBH (measure 4.5ft from the ground) on the property and they understand the tree preservation requirements/mitigation. If there is a tree at 36 inches or larger at DBH, the City will require a tree survey to accompany the building permit. I HAVE READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THE ABOVE STATEMENTS
Building Permit Approval *
Application is hereby made to obtain a permit to do the work and installations as indicated. I certify that no work or installation has commenced prior to the issuance of a permit and that all work will be performed to meet the standards of all laws regulating construction in this jurisdiction. Applicant hereby consents and authorizes drone use for permit related inspection(s). OWNER'S AFFIDAVIT: I certify that all the foregoing information is accurate and that all work will be done in compliance with all applicable laws regulating construction and zoning. WARNING TO OWNER: YOUR FAILURE TO RECORD A NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT MAY RESULT IN YOUR PAYING TWICE FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO YOUR PROPERTY. A NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT MUST BE RECORDED AND POSTED ON THE JOB SITE BEFORE THE FIRST INSPECTION. IF YOU INTEND TO OBTAIN FINANCING, CONSULT WITH YOUR LENDER OR AN ATTORNEY BEFORE RECORDING YOUR NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT. I hereby affirm that I have complied with the provisions of Chapter 469 of the State Statutes, and I have notified the Dept of Environmental Protection of my intention to remove asbestos, if applicable. OWNER’S ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION STATEMENT: Under penalty of perjury, I declare that all the information contained in this building permit application is true and correct.
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