Tree Removal permit in Knoxville, TN
We couldn't confirm this from Knoxville'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 Sec. 14-60 (topping and removal of trees); Sec. 14-62 (tree mitigation)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knoxville | — | No | Removing a tree from your own private property is not reg… |
| Chattanooga | 96 mi | No | The Chattanooga Tree Ordinance does not apply to a parcel… |
| Deltona | 514 mi | Yes | You cannot cut, move, remove, or destroy any regulated tr… |
| Orlando | 546 mi | Depends | From 10 |
| Kissimmee | 550 mi | Depends | You usually need a Tree Removal Permit to take down a pro… |
| Clearwater | 556 mi | Yes | Removing a tree from private property needs a tree remova… |
Other work in Knoxville
Questions people ask
I already built it without a permit. What now?
Knoxville 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.