Mission Statement

We take pride in bridging the natural aesthetics of the environment with the element of change, progress and sustainable living. We provide a level of commitment that builds upon professionalism, quality of service and stewardship that is symbiotic, purposeful and forward thinking.

Tree Planting Guide for Homeowner’s 

Our Goals

• Creation and preservation of City aesthetics and natural resources.
• Enhanced public relations and education.
• Coordinate efforts in design and implementation of capital projects with other City departments.

Permit Request Forms

• Mock Survey
• Single Family Residence Tree Removal/Relocation Permit Checklist
• Commercial/Planned Residential Development Tree Removal/Relocation Permit Checklist
• Tree Trimming Permit Checklist
• Root Barrier Details
• Driveway Instructional Guide
• Submit application online
• State Statute 163.045 – Tree Removal Policy
• 163.045 Screening Exercise

Construction Details

Landscape Requirements for construction over 10% of the lot value (excluding Re-roofing)

The details and notes on this web page are designed as City standards for projects developed in the City. Please feel free to use them on drawings submitted as part of the review process and construction documents.

• Tree Planting Guidelines
• Tree Planting Detail
• City of Plantation Planting Criteria
• Tree Preservation Barricade Fencing Detail

Hire an Arborist

Note: Class “A” License or ISA Arborist required on Commercial sites

Find a Certified Arborist – a service of the International Society of Arboriculture, the organization that sets the standards

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