Tree Service in Daphne, AL

In Daphne, whether a tree needs city approval can depend on its size and where it stands. Tell us what you need and where in Daphne, and we'll look for an available local tree-service professional to connect you with. The professional you're connected with sets the scope and price.

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Significant trees and protection zones in Daphne

Daphne's rules are built around "significant trees" and designated tree protection zones. This is what the city has published (Public Works FAQ and ordinance text last verified 2026-10-18):

• The city's FAQ says to apply for a tree removal permit by calling Daphne Public Works at 251-621-3182, and that someone will call back within two days to schedule an evaluation.
• The Land Use and Development Ordinance (Article XIX) says significant trees can't be cut or intentionally harmed without written approval from the Public Works director's designee.
• The ordinance protects significant trees: most overstory trees of 12 inches or more in caliper and understory trees of 8 inches or more, with live oaks counted at 10 inches or more (§19-4).
• The permit criteria include an agreement to plant two replacement trees for each significant tree removed (§19-6(b)(vi)).
• Land within 100 feet of the right-of-way of four-lane US-98, and within 50 feet of the right-of-way of Main Street, North Main Street, US-90 and other nonresidential city streets (including Pollard Road, Whispering Pines Road and County Road 64), is a designated tree protection zone (§19-5).
• The ordinance says no permit is needed for certain hazardous trees in the city right-of-way or on city property (the city pays) and for trees beneath utility lines that threaten them (the utility is responsible) (§19-6(a)).

Daphne's tree article is written mainly around development projects (Art. XIX §19-2). The city's FAQ still directs people who want to remove a tree to call Public Works, so call before cutting. This page can't tell you how the rules apply to your lot.

Because the answer can depend on the tree's size and location, call Public Works before anything is cut. Official sources: the city's FAQ page and Article XIX on Municode. Rules vary by city, change over time, and this page is not legal advice. Check with the city before any work starts.

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Tree services we can connect you with in Daphne

Requests for Daphne addresses can be made for any of our four services, subject to availability:

• Tree removal: taking down dead, hazardous or unwanted trees.
• Tree trimming and pruning: health, clearance and structure.
• Stump grinding: dealing with what's left after a tree comes down.
• Storm-damaged tree service: for trees broken or fallen in a storm. For danger to life, call 911.

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Daphne tree service FAQ

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Daphne?

It can depend on the tree's size and location. The city says to call Public Works at 251-621-3182 to request an application. Check before work starts.

What is a significant tree?

It is Daphne's term for trees protected by size or species: generally overstory trees of 12 inches or more, understory trees of 8 inches or more, live oaks of 10 inches or more, and cabbage and windmill palms. Separately, trees in a designated tree protection zone need approval before removal. Whether a rule applies to your tree depends on the project, so call Public Works before cutting.

Do I have to replace a tree that's removed?

The ordinance text describes replacement trees in some cases. Ask Public Works what applies to your situation.

Do you do the tree work yourselves?

No. We connect you with an available local tree-service professional who does the work.

What does it cost?

The professional provides the quote. We don't set or promise prices.

Sources and last-verified dates

• Daphne FAQ (Public Works) (last verified 2026-10-18 - fetched)
• Land Use and Development Ordinance, Article XIX (Landscape Standards and Tree Protection), on Municode (last verified 2026-10-18 - read in full)
• Codified ordinance PDF (last verified 2026-10-18 - read in full)

Rules vary by city, change over time, and this page is not legal advice. Check with the city before any work starts.

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