Union City, GA · Fulton County
Tree Removal Permit Application
Property owners and contractors use this application to request approval to remove trees on private property.
What this form is
The application requests information about the property and each tree proposed for removal, including species, diameter, location, reason, and distance from the nearest property line. Applicants must provide a completed tree removal list, a property schematic, photos, and signatures from the property owner and contractor. The city may require additional documentation for trees near property lines or when a tree’s death or disease is not evident.
Who needs it
Property owners and contractors seeking to remove trees on private property complete and submit this application with the listed supporting materials.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This application does not require a notary; the property owner and contractor sign and date it.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Tree Removal Permit Application and its tree removal list.
- 2
Complete The Application
Provide property and contractor information, then list each tree’s species, diameter, location, reason for removal, and distance from the nearest property line.
- 3
Gather Required Materials
Prepare the property schematic and tree photos; include HOA authorization if applicable. The city may require additional documentation in certain cases.
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Sign And Submit
Have the property owner and contractor sign and date the application, then submit it to the city department named on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Tree Removal Permit Application?
- No. The application does not require a notary; the property owner and contractor must sign and date it.
- How do I submit the Tree Removal Permit Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
- What materials must accompany the application?
- The checklist calls for a completed tree removal list, a schematic showing each tree’s location, and photos showing each tree’s measurement. HOA authorization is required if applicable.
- Who must sign the application?
- The application must be signed by both the property owner and the contractor. The signatures certify information and property-related statements listed on the form.
Need something notarized?
This Tree Removal Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Union City form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.