Protected trees
Trees on property covered by section 17.3 of the City Code need a permit to remove or relocate unless exempted. The city page does not list the exemptions; see Chapter 17.
Tree permits · Florida
Do you need a tree removal permit in Miami, FL?
Street trees
We could not confirm this from an official Miami source. Call the city to check.
Dead or hazardous trees
We could not confirm this from an official Miami source. Call the city to check.
How to apply
Use the city's Apply to Remove a Tree or Standalone Tree Permit (No Construction) pages on miami.gov. Questions: EnvironmentalRes@miamigov.com or (786) 570-2934.
HOA note
HOA rules can be stricter; check yours.
A city permit does not override your HOA. Check your covenants before work starts.
Official sources
Last checked 26 October 2026. Rules change; check the official source before work starts. Short explanation, not legal advice. Spotted a change? See our corrections page.
For homeowners
Before a tree comes down in Miami
- Check the city rule above and call the city if anything is unclear.
- Ask the tree company who gets the permit and put it in the written quote.
- Get two or three written quotes from local insured pros.
- Never cut near power lines. Call the utility for downed lines and 911 if anyone is in danger.
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- How to hire a tree service
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- Florida tree service rules
Find local pros on Google Maps and read their reviews. Lirevon does not do tree work and does not list or rank tree companies.
Own a tree service in Miami?
Permit questions mean calls. Answer every one.
Missed-call text-back, lead follow-up, online booking and review requests, set up for tree companies. Link this page in your quotes so customers know the rules.
Miami tree permit questions
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Miami, FL?
Yes. Miami requires a city permit before removing at least some private trees. Chapter 17 of the Miami City Code requires a tree removal permit before removing or relocating a tree on property covered by section 17.3, unless the rules exempt it. A permit is also needed to prune more than 25 percent of a tree's canopy in one year. The city page does not list the exemptions. Our confidence: medium. Short explanation, not legal advice.
Which trees are protected in Miami?
Trees on property covered by section 17.3 of the City Code need a permit to remove or relocate unless exempted. The city page does not list the exemptions; see Chapter 17.
How do I apply for a tree permit in Miami?
Use the city's Apply to Remove a Tree or Standalone Tree Permit (No Construction) pages on miami.gov. Questions: EnvironmentalRes@miamigov.com or (786) 570-2934.
Do HOA rules matter for tree removal in Miami?
HOA rules can be stricter; check yours. Read your HOA covenants or ask the board before work starts.
What should I have ready before I call the city?
Your address, the tree species if you know it, the trunk width measured about 4.5 feet above the ground, photos of the whole tree, and whether it is near the street, a sidewalk or a power line. Ask if a permit is needed and how long it takes.
Will the tree company get the permit for me?
Some do and some do not. Ask before you sign, and get it in writing who applies and who pays the fee. In many places the property owner is the one responsible for following the rules.
Is this page legal advice?
No. It is a short, plain summary of public rules with links to the official sources. For a firm answer on your property, ask the city or a local attorney.
How current is this Miami information?
We last checked it on 26 October 2026 against the official sources listed on this page. City rules change, so check the official source or call the city before work starts.
Can county or state rules apply in Miami too?
Yes, they can. County rules, state rules for things like wetlands or protected species, and utility rules near power lines can apply on top of city rules. If your property is outside city limits, the county rules usually apply instead. Ask the city or county office.
Does Lirevon do tree work in Miami?
No. Lirevon is a remote marketing team for tree service companies. We do not do tree work and we do not list or rank tree companies. To find a local insured pro, search Google Maps, read their reviews and get two or three written quotes.
Short explanation, not legal advice. Last checked 26 October 2026.