tree removal nassau county

Tree Removal Permits in Nassau

Street Trees:

The street trees within Nassau County are cared for by the local towns and municipalities, such as Hempstead and Oyster Bay. Permission usually has to be obtained from the local Highway Department or Parks Department prior to any removal or pruning of them. Each municipality has its rules governing the maintenance of street trees.

Private Property Trees:

Depends on Municipality: The rules regarding tree removal on private property may be different in every town within Nassau County. For example, Garden City or Great Neck requires a permit in some conservation districts if the trees are above a particular size. Other towns may have no restrictions whatsoever to permits unless the trees are dangerous to the public.

Environmental Considerations:

In Nassau County, there are sensitive coastal areas such as the ones surrounding Long Beach, Oyster Bay, and Glen Cove. For locations such as those, some kind of restrictions under environmental laws may affect tree removal. Special permits from state or local environmental departments could also be required of trees near wetlands or registered conservation areas.

Distinguishing Private and Public Trees

A street tree is any tree planted along sidewalks, or in public spaces, usually on the street side of the sidewalk and managed by the city. Private trees are located on your own property and fall under your responsibility unless special rules apply-such as when a tree falls within a historic district or protection area. Additional factors involve trees lying near wetlands, parks, and coastlines, where special agencies may need extra permits to maintain the natural habitats.

Note: As per the New York Park Department, it is the property owners duty to know whether a tree is on their property or on City property. Homeowners should check their title survey for property lines to prevent problems when removing or working on trees in their yard.