What trees require a Tree Removal Permit, before they are cut?
The removal of any tree, 7 inches in diameter or 22 inches in circumference, or larger, dead or alive, deciduous or coniferous, requires a Tree Removal Permit. Pine trees are coniferous.
Shade Tree Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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- What trees require a Tree Removal Permit, before they are cut?
- Do I need to remove a dead or hazardous tree if t is near the road?
- Does the bright green Tree Removal Permit need to be posted during tree removal?
- Are tree services required to have liability insurance?
- Does the Borough of Franklin Lakes DPW prune the trees along the roads on a regular basis?
- Do I need a permit to prune trees?
- Are any trees considered invasive in the Borough of Franklin Lakes?
- Should trees be mulched?
Do I need to remove a dead or hazardous tree if t is near the road?
The Property Maintenance ordinances require a property owner to maintain the land and
vegetation, including trees, all the way to the pavement. It is also necessary to keep property
safe for others, including police, fire and delivery workers. A dead or hazardous tree could fall
at any time and cause bodily injury to anyone entering your property.
Does the bright green Tree Removal Permit need to be posted during tree removal?
Yes, the Tree Removal Permit should be visible from the road during any tree removal.
Are tree services required to have liability insurance?
No, not at this time. A new law has been passed that will require liability insurance to be carried
by tree services. Anyone contracting for tree work, should require the tree service to supply an
insurance certificate.
Does the Borough of Franklin Lakes DPW prune the trees along the roads on a regular basis?
No, property owners are required to maintain the land all the way to the pavement. This includes
all the low branches that could obstruct traffic. All trees and shrubs should be pruned so that
there are no branches over the pavement, lower than 14 feet.
Do I need a permit to prune trees?
No, permits are not needed for pruning.
Are any trees considered invasive in the Borough of Franklin Lakes?
Yes, Tree of Heaven and Norway maple are both considered invasive.
Should trees be mulched?
Mulch can be very beneficial to a tree. Mulch helps the soil under the tree retain soil moisture,
reducing competition for soil moisture. Mulch also protects the trunk of the tree from damage
caused by lawnmowers and grass trimmers. Mulch should be installed, 2” to 4” deep, under the
tree. MULCH SHOULD NOT TOUCH THE TRUNK OF THE TREE. There should be a space
of 1” to 2” between the mulch and the trunk.