Tree Service in Kinnelon, NJ

Removal & Permits

• Permit Requirement: A permit is required to remove any living or dead tree in the Borough of Kinnelon.
• Fees: The standard application fee is $50, plus $10 per living tree and a $5 permit fee.
• Fee Waivers: Application fees are typically waived for removing up to two dead, diseased, or hazardous trees, though a permit and prior notice to the Borough Forester are still required.
• Marking: Trees proposed for removal must be marked with paint or ribbons around the trunk for inspection.

Tree Replacement (Mitigation)

Kinnelon emphasizes a “one-to-one” replacement policy to maintain its semi-rural character:

• Policy: Residents removing living trees with a diameter of 6 inches or larger are generally required to replant a replacement tree.
• Replacement Specs: Deciduous replacement trees must typically be 2 to 3 inches in caliper, while evergreens must be 7 to 8 feet tall.
• Guarantee: All replacement trees must be guaranteed for two full growing seasons.

Prohibitions & Restrictions

• Steep Slopes: Tree removal is generally prohibited on slopes of 15% or greater to prevent soil erosion.
• Seasonal Restriction: Extensive land clearing is prohibited between April 1 and November 15 to protect Indiana Bat Maternity Colonies.
• Practice Bans: Activities like tree topping or limbing that could cause trees to die are strictly prohibited.