Tree removal and trimming rules in Surfside Beach, SC

A specimen tree measures at least 8 inches in diameter or 25 inches in circumference two feet above the ground. [Town code]

The town protects specimen and listed landmark trees. [Town code]

Removing, pruning, or trimming a protected specimen or landmark tree requires approval and a written tree work permit. [Town code]

A licensed, bonded, and insured tree removal company must perform a removal that requires a zoning permit. [Town source]

An owner who performs the removal must file a hold harmless agreement with the town. [Town source]

The application requires the property tax map number and the location of each tree requested for removal. [Town application]

Mark or flag each tree before the town inspection. [Town application]

Provide the contractor's town business license number and the value of the tree removal. [Town application]

A permit is not transferable or refundable. [Town application]

A tree removal zoning permit costs $25. [Town fee schedule]

Removing a required or regulated tree at an existing residence costs $25. [Town fee schedule]

The permit fee for pruning a limb over 8 inches in diameter is $25. [Town fee schedule]

The town charges no separate tree removal fee when the work accompanies an issued building permit. [Town fee schedule]

Perform tree work from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday. [Town application]

The application allows an urgent public-safety exception with a permit from the Police Chief. [Town application]

The person who performs the work must remove all debris daily. [Town application]

No tree-work debris may remain on site overnight. [Town application]