Tree Service in Fairhope, AL

In Fairhope, the rules depend heavily on whether a tree is on a private residential lot, commercial property or the city right-of-way. Tell us what you need and where in Fairhope, 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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Private trees, commercial trees and the right-of-way in Fairhope

Fairhope's rules separate private residential trees from commercial and public ones, which makes it different from the cities to the south. According to the city's Horticulture and Landscape FAQ (last verified 2026-10-18):

• Residents may take down trees on private property without special permission from the city.
• The city says removal of some trees on commercial property, and any tree on the city right-of-way, must be approved before trimming or removal. Check the official city page for the details.
• Cutting a tree that needed the city's approval, such as a right-of-way tree, without it may result in a fine.
• Fairhope's tree ordinance also has a separate process for very large heritage trees.
• For heritage-tree applications the code gives the city horticulturist 14 working days to approve or deny (§20.5-6(2)) (last verified 2026-10-18).

Under the city code, it is unlawful to remove, prune or damage a tree on public property or the right-of-way without written approval from the city horticulturist, and a public tree includes trees on city rights-of-way. It is not always obvious where the right-of-way starts, so ask the city before cutting a tree near the street. Public Works: 251-928-8003. Official sources: the city's Horticulture and Landscape FAQ and Chapter 20.5 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 Fairhope

Requests for Fairhope 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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Fairhope tree service FAQ

Do I need a permit to remove a tree on my own lot in Fairhope?

The city's FAQ says residents may take down trees on private property without special permission. Different rules apply to some commercial-property trees, right-of-way trees and heritage trees, so check with the city if any of those might apply.

How do I know if a tree is on the right-of-way?

Ask the city's Public Works Department at 251-928-8003 before cutting. We can't determine property lines.

Do you do the tree work yourselves?

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

Could cutting the wrong tree lead to a fine?

The city says unapproved cutting of commercial or right-of-way trees may result in a fine. Check first.

What does it cost?

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

Sources and last-verified dates

• Fairhope Horticulture & Landscape FAQ (last verified 2026-10-18 - fetched)
• Chapter 20.5 Trees and Landscaping (Municode) (last verified 2026-10-18 - fetched)
• Fairhope Forms and Ordinances (lists the Tree Ordinance PDF) (last verified 2026-10-18 - fetched)

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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