Sea Cliff, NY · Nassau County
Tree Removal Permit Application
This two-page application requests a Sea Cliff tree permit and records the property, proposed work, owner’s statement, and tree replanting or payment choice.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Sea Cliff’s Building Department application collects property and applicant details, information about the tree work, and a diagram showing where the affected trees are located. The owner states that the application information is true and that approved work will follow the application and plans. The attached agreement records whether the applicant will pay into the Village Tree Releaf Fund or replant, along with the selected tree and planting details.
Who needs it
Property owners applying for a Sea Cliff tree removal permit use this form to describe the proposed work and choose a payment or replanting option.
Why it needs a notary
The first page has a “Date: Notary:” field beside the owner’s signature; the owner makes the stated declaration and signs before a notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Tree Removal Permit Application from the Village of Sea Cliff.
- 2
Fill In the Form
Provide property and applicant details, describe and diagram the proposed work, and complete the replanting agreement or payment choice.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the owner’s declaration.
- 4
Sign on Video
The owner signs the declaration while appearing before the notary by video.
- 5
Submit to the Village
Follow the Village’s instructions to submit the completed application to the Building Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Sea Cliff. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the Sea Cliff tree permit application notarized?
- Complete the application, then book an online session with a commissioned online notary. The owner must sign the declaration while appearing before the notary on video.
- Do I need to sign the application in front of a notary?
- The form includes an owner signature and a “Date: Notary:” field. The owner should sign the declaration before a notary and check with the Building Department if unsure about filing details.
- Can I complete this form with an online notary?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by its own notaries under Executive Law §135-c, effective in 2023. A commissioned online notary can notarize the owner’s signature remotely.
- What should I provide about the tree removal?
- The form asks for a specific description and diagram showing tree locations, using landmarks such as the home, cross streets, or driveway. It also asks the applicant to choose payment or replanting.
- What if I am unsure about the form or filing requirements?
- Contact the Sea Cliff Building Department for application questions; confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.
Tree Removal Permit Application in other Nassau County cities
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