A tree removal permit must be approved before removing any live tree from a single-family property inside city limits.
City Arborist David Shostak -678-297-6229
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Tree regulations vary widely across the cities surrounding Atlanta, with each municipality implementing its own unique set of rules and requirements. In some areas, obtaining a permit is mandatory for virtually any tree above a certain size, while other jurisdictions focus their regulations primarily on preserving buffer zones, protecting significant specimen trees, or overseeing tree management during development projects. To help you navigate these differences, we’ve compiled clear and concise summaries for each city on our list, designed to be quick and easy to reference. Keep in mind, however, that local ordinances are subject to change, so it’s always best to verify current requirements directly with your city’s planning or forestry department before scheduling any tree-related work or removals. Taking these steps can help ensure compliance and avoid potential fines or delays.
A tree removal permit must be approved before removing any live tree from a single-family property inside city limits.
City Arborist David Shostak -678-297-6229
A permit is required to cut hardwood trees 6 inches in diameter or larger and pine trees 12 inches or larger on private property. Trees on…
City Thor Leen, Arborist -Thor Leen, Arborist | 404-865-8489 Gregory Ihle, Arborist | 404-330-6882 Peter Stovall, Arborist | 404-330-6077 Jason Ernest, Arborist | 404-330-6079 Andrew Bedson, Arborist | 404-330-6601 Meghan Chuites, Arborist | 404-865-8892
A permit is required to remove any tree that is 4 inches in diameter or larger, regardless of condition.
City City Arborist Vandetta Clark - 404-637-0500
Buckhead follows the City of Atlanta rules. Permits are required for hardwoods 6 inches and larger and pines 12 inches and larger on private property.
City Thor Leen, Arborist -Thor Leen, Arborist | 404-865-8489 Gregory Ihle, Arborist | 404-330-6882 Peter Stovall, Arborist | 404-330-6077 Jason Ernest, Arborist | 404-330-6079 Andrew Bedson, Arborist | 404-330-6601 Meghan Chuites, Arborist | 404-865-8892
On developed single-family lots, up to five non-specimen trees per calendar year may be removed without a permit. Removing a specimen tree or more than five…
City Zach Ponds -zponds@chamblee.gov
A permit is required to remove an untreatably diseased or infested tree, or a tree rated moderate or higher risk when a target is present. Development…
City Kay Evanovic -(678) 553-6527 kay.evanovich@decaturga.com
No permit is required for tree removal on single-family residential properties. Subdivision and development sites must meet tree-density and buffer standards.
City Eva Kennedy at -ekennedy@duluthga.net
Tree removal is not allowed within the 75-foot stream buffer without proper permits. Other zones may be subject to additional thresholds…
City my Bledsoe -678‑382‑6820.
Tree removal requires city approval when the tree is in a zoning, landscape, or stream/river buffer, or when it is a specimen tree. Healthy trees in…
City Terrence Byrd -678‑512‑329
For most single-family homes, no permit is needed unless the tree is in a required zoning or stream buffer, a conservation or open-space or tree-save area,…
City City Hall -(770) 963‑2414
Single-family removals generally do not need a permit unless the tree is in a required buffer, a conservation or tree-save area, or the River Corridor. Development…
City Main Office -770‑638‑2186
Most routine yard removals do not require a permit unless the trees are in stream buffers or required zoning buffers, or if the work is part…
City Andy Pittner -770-594-6293,apittner@roswellgov.com
A permit is required to remove hardwoods or pines 18 inches in diameter or larger, dogwood or redbud 10 inches or larger, and any tree in…
City Sandra Dewitt -(770-206-1568)
On developed single-family lots, up to five non-specimen trees may be removed per calendar year without a permit. Specimen trees and buffer areas require a permit.
City City Hall -(770) 498‑8984
A permit is required if you remove more than five non-specimen trees in a calendar year or any healthy specimen tree.
City Tim Lampkin -Tlampkin@tuckerga.gov 470-273-3079