Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Hillsborough?

Yes - any tree with an 18 inch trunk diameter is protected regardless of species under Title 14 of the town code (updated 2023). The process has real structure: Applications require a qualified arborist's findings on the tree's condition Adjacent neighbors are notified of removal applications within days Approved removals carry replacement requirements Our ISA Certified Arborist prepares assessments in the format the town accepts, and we manage the application, the neighbor-notification window, and the replacement plan start to finish. On estate lots with dozens of mature trees, we can also assess the whole inventory once and give you a multi-year plan instead of per-tree surprises.

Yes – any tree with an 18 inch trunk diameter is protected regardless of species under Title 14 of the town code (updated 2023). The process has real structure:

Applications require a qualified arborist’s findings on the tree’s condition
Adjacent neighbors are notified of removal applications within days
Approved removals carry replacement requirements

Our ISA Certified Arborist prepares assessments in the format the town accepts, and we manage the application, the neighbor-notification window, and the replacement plan start to finish. On estate lots with dozens of mature trees, we can also assess the whole inventory once and give you a multi-year plan instead of per-tree surprises.