Hialeah Tree Removal Permit & Ordinance Guide

Miami-Dade County, Florida

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Protected Tree Definition

6.0" DBH minimum for protection

Protected tree: 6 inches DBH or greater measured 4.5 feet above grade. Miami-Dade County landscape and tree preservation rules (Chapter 24) also apply within city limits, including enhanced protection for specimen trees (≥18 inch DBH of designated native species) and Environmentally Endangered Lands.

Protected Species

Specimen designations align with Miami-Dade County rules: live oak bald cypress gumbo limbo mahogany and other native hardwoods. Mangroves separately regulated under state rule.

Heritage / Landmark Trees

Specimen trees ≥18 inch DBH of designated native species per Miami-Dade County Code receive enhanced review; removal prohibited except for hardship, hazard, or approved development.

Permit Requirements

Tree Removal Permit required for protected trees. Applications coordinated with Miami-Dade County Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources for specimen trees and Environmentally Endangered Lands.

Who can apply: Property owner, authorized agent, or licensed tree service

Required Report Sections

Site plan with tree location, species, DBH, condition, removal justification, and replacement/mitigation plan

Replacement Requirements

Inch-for-inch replacement with native species; enhanced mitigation for specimen trees (2:1 or greater)

On-site replacement preferred with approved native or Florida-friendly species. In-lieu payments to Miami-Dade Tree Trust Fund accepted when on-site replacement is infeasible.

Fees & Fines

Processing Time

2-4 weeks

Required Certifications

ISA Certified Arborist; commercial tree work requires Miami-Dade County Tree Contractor licensure.

Municipal Code

Hialeah Code of Ordinances (Landscape and Tree Protection); Miami-Dade County Code Chapter 24

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Contact

Planning and Zoning Department

(305) 883-5820

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

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