Valdosta, GA · Lowndes County

No notary required

Tree Removal Permit Application

This application records a proposed tree removal and replacement details for property owners, developers, contractors, and others seeking a City of Valdosta permit.

What this form is

The City of Valdosta application is for seeking a permit before removing or destroying trees as part of development or substantial improvements. It asks for the site address, applicant and owner names, phone numbers and signatures, and details about removed trees and replacement trees if required. The form says to attach a list if more space is needed and to mark and sign it if no trees will be removed.

Who needs it

Landowners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and other entities must obtain a permit before removing or destroying trees in the stated circumstances.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details. The form lists the Arbor Division / Supervisor and Landscape Inspector for approval.

About notarization

This application has no notary block; the applicant and owner sign it, and no notarized attachment or related step is identified.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Tree Removal Permit Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Enter the site address, applicant and owner information, and details about trees to be removed and replacement trees if required.

  3. 3

    Gather Any Attachments

    Attach a list if more space is needed for tree information. If no trees will be removed, note that on the form and sign it.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Tree Removal Permit Application?
No. This application has no notary block; the applicant and owner sign it, and no notarized attachment or related step is identified.
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. The form lists the Arbor Division / Supervisor and Landscape Inspector for approval.
What information does the application ask for?
It asks for the site address, applicant and owner names, phone numbers and signatures, plus tree type and size details for removed and replacement trees.
What if no trees will be removed?
The form says to note that no trees are to be removed and sign the application.

Need something notarized?

This Tree Removal Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Valdosta form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.