Do I need a notary for the Tree Removal Permit?

No, the permit itself is signed without a notary. However, the attached letter must include a notarized statement by the owner about the tree’s status or compliance with the ordinance.

How do I submit the Tree Removal Permit?

The document says to submit the accompanying letter to the city manager or designee at least one week before removal. It does not specify where or how to submit the permit form.

What should the attached letter include?

Describe which tree will be removed, the removal method and equipment, and the anticipated date and time. Address tree credits and any requested variance, and include the owner’s notarized statement.

When can tree removal begin?

The document requires written city approval before any part of the tree removal operation begins. The letter must be submitted at least one week before the removal operation.

Murphy, TX · Collin County

No notary required

Tree Removal Permit

Property owners and applicants use this permit to request approval for protected tree removal or related trenching or paving work in Murphy.

What this form is

This permit records the applicant, property owner, site location, contact details, and requested tree removal. The applicant must attach a letter describing the tree, removal method and equipment, and anticipated date and time; the letter must also address tree credits and any variance request. Protected tree removal requires written approval from the city planner and parks superintendent before work begins, and the letter must be submitted at least one week in advance.

Who needs it

Applicants seeking protected tree removal, or permission for trenching or paving covered by the tree preservation ordinance, need this permit.

How to submit it

Submit the accompanying letter to the city manager or designee at least one week before the removal operation. The document does not state where or how to submit the permit form.

About notarization

The permit itself is signed without a notary; the attached owner letter must include a notarized statement about the tree’s status or compliance with the ordinance.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Permit
Download the Tree Removal Permit for Murphy.
2
Complete The Permit
Enter the application date, applicant and owner details, site location, and signature.
3
Prepare The Letter
Attach a letter describing the tree, removal method and equipment, anticipated date and time, tree credits, and any variance request. Include the owner's notarized statement.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the letter to the city manager or designee at least one week in advance, and obtain written city approval before starting removal work.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Tree Removal Permit?: No, the permit itself is signed without a notary. However, the attached letter must include a notarized statement by the owner about the tree’s status or compliance with the ordinance.
How do I submit the Tree Removal Permit?: The document says to submit the accompanying letter to the city manager or designee at least one week before removal. It does not specify where or how to submit the permit form.
What should the attached letter include?: Describe which tree will be removed, the removal method and equipment, and the anticipated date and time. Address tree credits and any requested variance, and include the owner’s notarized statement.
When can tree removal begin?: The document requires written city approval before any part of the tree removal operation begins. The letter must be submitted at least one week before the removal operation.

Need something notarized?

This Tree Removal Permit doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.