Arlington Tree Removal Permit & Ordinance Guide
Tarrant County, Texas
Protected Tree Definition
Protected tree: 6 inches DBH or greater on non-single-family lots. Heritage trees (24+ inches DBH of qualifying species) receive enhanced mitigation requirements.
Heritage / Landmark Trees
Heritage trees: 24+ inches DBH of qualifying native species (post oak, live oak, pecan, cedar elm, bur oak, bald cypress).
Permit Requirements
Tree Survey and Tree Preservation Plan required with development applications (plat, site plan, building permit). Tree removal permit required for protected and heritage trees.
Who can apply: Property owner or authorized agent with ISA Certified Arborist report
Required Report Sections
Tree survey with species, DBH, canopy dripline, condition assessment, mitigation calculation, replanting plan
Replacement Requirements
Caliper-inch mitigation with enhanced ratio for heritage trees
On-site replacement preferred; payment to Arlington Urban Forestry Fund when infeasible.
Fees & Fines
Processing Time
4-6 weeks
Required Certifications
ISA Certified Arborist
Municipal Code
Arlington Unified Development Code Chapter 5 (Landscaping and Tree Preservation)
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Planning & Development Services
(817) 459-6502
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Data last verified: April 2026. This information is provided as a reference. Always verify requirements directly with Arlington before submitting permits or reports.
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