Russell Gardens, NY · Nassau County
Application for Tree Permit
Russell Gardens property owners use this application to request approval for tree removal or substantial pruning and provide details about the tree and proposed work.
What this form is
This application requests a permit for tree removal or substantial pruning in Russell Gardens; it is not itself permission to begin the work. It asks for property and applicant details, the purpose and location of the proposed work, and the tree’s condition. Applicants must include a survey showing the tree location, a licensed arborist’s letter, insurance proof, and a recommendation from the arborist or tree service performing the work.
Who needs it
Property owners seeking to remove a tree or substantially prune it in Russell Gardens should complete this application before the work begins.
How to submit it
The form lists the Village of Russell Gardens at 6 Tain Drive, Great Neck, NY 11021, and gives a fax number of (516) 482-8259. It lists a $50 fee for each tree to be removed or substantially pruned.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; it requires a survey, an arborist letter, insurance proof, and an arborist or tree-service recommendation.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the tree permit application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Provide the property and applicant details, purpose of the work, tree location and size, and information about the tree’s condition.
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Gather Required Attachments
Include the survey, licensed arborist’s letter, insurance proof, and recommendation from the arborist or tree service performing the work.
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Submit To The Village
Use the Village address or fax number listed on the form. The listed fee is $50 for each tree to be removed or substantially pruned.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the tree permit application?
- No. The application has an owner signature and date line, but no notary block. Include the listed survey, arborist letter, insurance proof, and recommendation.
- How do I submit the tree permit application?
- The form lists the Village of Russell Gardens at 6 Tain Drive, Great Neck, NY 11021, and provides fax number (516) 482-8259.
- What attachments does the application require?
- Include a copy of a survey showing the tree location, a letter from a licensed arborist explaining the reason, proof of workers’ compensation and liability insurance, and a recommendation from the arborist or tree service performing the work.
- Does this application authorize tree removal?
- No. The document says it is not the permit to remove or trim trees. The owner must apply for and receive a permit before removing or substantially pruning a tree.
Need something notarized?
This Application for Tree Permit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Russell Gardens form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.