Tree Removal Permits

Tree Removal Permits must be obtained from the Parks Division. Our offices are located on the second floor of City Hall. We are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You can also obtain a copy of the permit application here.

When you complete the application, you may either bring it to the office in person or mail it to the Parks Division, 155 Corey Avenue, St. Pete Beach, FL 33706. If you need further information, please call (727) 363-9247.

The following are the Adminstrative Guidelines for Tree Removal. These should answer most of your questions about this process. If you wish, you can print them out by clicking here.

• A permit is required to remove any tree species having a diameter at breast height (DBH) of three inches, measured at four and one-half feet above grade or any palm more than eight feet overall.

• There is a permit fee of $25.00 per tree, however, there is no fee required for transplanted or dead trees or trees that are listed as a Category 1 invasive by the Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council. This fee is due and payable at the time of permit approval.

• Tree Removal Permits are issued to property owners or their authorizedagents. Proof of authorization to act as agent shall be provided at the time the permit is submitted.

• All contractors shall be registered to work within the City of St. Pete Beach and shall be familiar with all regulations pertaining to tree care.

• Permits are valid for three months from date of issuance.

• Removal should not be scheduled until a Tree Removal Permit application has been approved.

• A replacement tree may be required. Division 22 of the Land Development Code lists the required number of trees for single and two-family properties, as well as, replacement requirements for multi-family and non-residential properties.

• Should a replacement tree be required, the tree must be installed within six months from date of permit issuance.

• Replacement trees may be located anywhere on the property.

• If the removed tree is a native species, it must be replaced with a native species.

• It is the responsibility of the property owner to contact the Parks Division for an inspection of the replacement tree. Failure to replace required trees may subject the applicant to penalties.