Tree Cutting in Palm Beach County, FL

Tree problems in Palm Beach County, FL that call for tree cutting

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   What that means for a homeowner

   If you live in an existing single-family home and want one tree removed, the county native vegetation permit usually isn't the issue. Your city (West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Jupiter, Wellington, Palm Beach Gardens and others each have codes), your HOA and any recorded conservation easement are what to check. Gated communities across the county often require architectural review approval before tree work.

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   Invasive trees you're encouraged to remove

   Article 14.D targets prohibited invasive non-native plants. Species commonly targeted in South Florida include Brazilian pepper, melaleuca and Australian pine (casuarina), which is also notoriously weak in hurricanes. Removing these is often required during development and is generally welcome on residential property.

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   Hurricanes, sand and shallow roots

   Coastal Palm Beach County has sandy soil and high water tables, so large trees can uproot in long-duration hurricane winds. Australian pines and overgrown ficus are frequent failures. Thin dense crowns and remove deadwood before June, and keep palms clean of coconuts and dead fronds near homes and pools.