Sierra Vista Tree Removal Permit & Ordinance Guide

Cochise County, Arizona

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Protected Tree Definition

Sierra Vista City Code Title 151 (Development Code) landscape and native plant preservation provisions govern landscape and tree standards during development review. High-elevation desert plant palette (mesquite, oak species, juniper) is typical. Regulation is landscape-plan-based rather than a DBH-based private tree removal permit.

Heritage / Landmark Trees

No formal heritage-tree designation. Public trees regulated by Parks and Leisure.

Permit Requirements

Landscape plan review during development approval. Right-of-way tree work requires Public Works / Parks coordination. Arizona Native Plant Law applies to undeveloped private land.

Who can apply: Property owner or authorized agent; landscape plans by Arizona-registered landscape architect

Required Report Sections

Landscape plan with species, spacing, preservation areas, replacement schedule

Replacement Requirements

Landscape-code replacement per Sierra Vista landscape standards (site-specific)

On-site replacement with drought-tolerant native or adapted species.

Fees & Fines

Processing Time

3-6 weeks for landscape plan review

Required Certifications

Arizona-registered landscape architect; ISA Certified Arborist recommended

Municipal Code

Sierra Vista City Code Title 151 (Development Code) landscape and native plant preservation provisions

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Contact

Community Development Department

(520) 417-4400

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Data last verified: April 2026. This information is provided as a reference. Always verify requirements directly with Sierra Vista before submitting permits or reports.

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