Tree Removal permit in Scottsdale, AZ
We couldn't confirm this from Scottsdale's code.
Rather than guess, here is the exact section to read and who to call. A rule appears on this site only when the ordinance states it plainly.
Read 10.401 (mature tree removal, DRB approval); native plant permit in Sec. 46-113 (Ch. 46 Art. V)
Nearby cities, same job
Rules stop at the city line. If your lot is near a boundary, or you work across several towns, this is where they differ.
| City | Distance | Permit? | Where the line falls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottsdale | — | Depends | Whether you need approval depends on the tree. Removing a… |
| League City | 1026 mi | Depends | You need a tree disposition permit to remove a protected … |
| Chattanooga | 1516 mi | No | The Chattanooga Tree Ordinance does not apply to a parcel… |
| Clearwater | 1764 mi | Yes | Removing a tree from private property needs a tree remova… |
| Largo | 1766 mi | Depends | Over 10 in across |
| St. Petersburg | 1777 mi | Depends | removal of a protected tree or palm |
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Questions people ask
My tree removal is right at the limit. Does that count?
The exemption has to fit exactly — if the code says a size or height, being at or under it keeps you exempt, and going a single inch over doesn't. When you're close to the line, measure before you buy materials, and call the department if the number is borderline.
I already built it without a permit. What now?
Scottsdale can issue a stop-work order and require you to apply after the fact, sometimes with an extra fee. Work that was covered up may have to be opened for inspection. Full walkthrough here.
Does unpermitted work cause problems when selling the house?
Often, yes. A buyer's inspector or the title company may flag it, and lenders can balk at financing a home with open or missing permits. What to do about it.