Norcross, GA · Gwinnett County
Boundary Tree Agreement
This agreement records an owner’s permission for a builder or developer to destroy or impact trees that straddle a property boundary during construction.
What this form is
A tree owner or co-owner and a builder or developer use this agreement to record permission concerning boundary trees affected by construction. It identifies the properties and permit application, describes each tree, and records whether trees will be destroyed or impacted. For destroyed trees, it addresses removal, insurance, and replacement; for impacted trees, it refers to an accepted silvicultural prescription and arborist access.
Who needs it
Tree owners or co-owners and builders or developers use this agreement when construction may destroy or impact trees straddling their property boundary.
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 document is signed without a notary; it includes notary signature/seal/date lines, but does not say notarization is required.
How to submit this form
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Download The Agreement
Download the Boundary Tree Agreement PDF.
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Complete The Agreement
Enter the owner and construction addresses, permit application number, names, and descriptions of the affected trees.
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Review Tree-Related Details
For destroyed trees, review the site plan and listed conditions; for impacted trees, refer to the silvicultural prescription described on the form.
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Sign And Submit
Have the owner or co-owner and builder or developer sign, then submit it to the city department named on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Boundary Tree Agreement do?
- It records an owner or co-owner’s permission for a builder or developer to destroy or impact trees that straddle a property boundary during construction.
- Who completes this agreement?
- The tree owner or co-owner and the builder or developer provide their names and signatures. The form also asks for property addresses, a permit application number, and details about each tree.
- Do I need a notary for the Boundary Tree Agreement?
- No. The document is signed without a notary and does not state that notarization is required, though it includes notary signature, seal, and date lines.
- How do I submit the Boundary Tree Agreement?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Boundary Tree Agreement doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Norcross form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.