Tree Service in Gulf Shores, AL

Gulf Shores is a coastal city with its own rules for protecting trees, and live oaks are singled out. Tell us about your tree and where in Gulf Shores it is, 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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Protected trees and permits in Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores has a tree protection ordinance, and live oaks get special attention. According to the city's Tree Removal Permit page and FAQ (last verified 2026-10-18):

• A tree removal permit is required to remove a Protected or Heritage tree on any property in the city limits.
• A Protected Tree is a tree with a trunk diameter of at least 12 inches (measured at breast height), or a live oak with a diameter of at least 6 inches.
• A Heritage Tree is a tree of at least 30 inches, or a live oak of at least 24 inches.
• The city accepts applications through its online licensing and permitting portal or on paper, and its page says to allow a five-day review.
• The city lists a $25 application fee and a $250 fee on approval (which may be waived in certain circumstances). Fees change, so confirm with the city (last verified 2026-10-18).
• A Tree Protection Plan goes in with the application, and replacement or remediation may be required unless an exemption applies.

Because the rules apply on any property in city limits and cover live oaks of 6 inches or more, an ordinary yard tree can be covered. Check before anything is cut. Official sources: the city's Tree Removal Permit page and Tree Protection Ordinance page. City Hall: 251-968-2425. 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 Gulf Shores

Requests for Gulf Shores 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.

We don't set prices. The professional you're connected with provides the quote.

How Gulf Coast Baldwin Tree Removal works

1. Request service. Choose the service, pick your city and add a few details.
2. We look for an available professional. We connect your request with a local tree-service professional who works in your area.
3. They follow up. The professional contacts you to discuss the work and the price. Any agreement is between you and them.

We can't promise availability, timing or pricing.

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Gulf Shores tree service FAQ

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Gulf Shores?

Possibly. The city requires a permit for Protected and Heritage trees, which includes live oaks of 6 inches or more. Check the city's permit page or call City Hall before work starts.

Who handles the permit, the professional or me?

That's something to settle with the professional you're connected with. We don't handle permits.

Do you take the trees down yourselves?

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

What if a storm brings a tree down?

Stay safe first. For danger to life or downed lines, call 911 or your electric utility. See storm-damaged tree service, and check with the city about any rules that apply.

What does it cost?

The professional provides the quote. We don't set or promise prices. Permit fees, if any, are set by the city.

Sources and last-verified dates

• Gulf Shores Tree Removal Permit page (last verified 2026-10-18 - fetched)
• Tree Protection Ordinance page (last verified 2026-10-18 - opened)
• Gulf Shores FAQ (last verified 2026-10-18 - fetched)
• Ordinance text (scanned PDF, not machine-readable) (last verified 2026-10-18 - opened, not relied on for any statement)

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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