Tree removal and trimming rules in Surfside Beach, SC
Get written town approval before removing, pruning, or trimming a protected specimen or landmark tree. [Surfside Beach Code Article VII] (opens in a new tab)
The permit fee for pruning a limb over 8 inches in diameter is $25. [Surfside Beach fee schedule] (opens in a new tab)
Last verified August 13, 2026 · Source: Surfside Beach Code of Ordinances, Article VII (opens in a new tab)
When tree work needs a permit
A specimen tree measures at least 8 inches in diameter or 25 inches in circumference two feet above the ground. [Surfside Beach Code Article VII] (opens in a new tab)
The town protects specimen and listed landmark trees. [Surfside Beach Code Article VII] (opens in a new tab)
Removing, pruning, or trimming a protected specimen or landmark tree requires approval and a written tree work permit. [Surfside Beach Code Article VII] (opens in a new tab)
A licensed, bonded, and insured tree removal company must perform a removal that requires a zoning permit. [Surfside Beach Tree City information] (opens in a new tab)
An owner who performs the removal must file a hold harmless agreement with the town. [Surfside Beach Tree City information] (opens in a new tab)
Surfside Beach Code of Ordinances, Article VII (opens in a new tab) · Town of Surfside Beach Tree City information (opens in a new tab)
What the tree removal application requires
The application requires the property tax map number and the location of each tree requested for removal. [Surfside Beach tree removal application] (opens in a new tab)
Mark or flag each tree before the town inspection. [Surfside Beach tree removal application] (opens in a new tab)
Provide the contractor's town business license number and the value of the tree removal. [Surfside Beach tree removal application] (opens in a new tab)
A permit is not transferable or refundable. [Surfside Beach tree removal application] (opens in a new tab)
Town of Surfside Beach tree removal application (opens in a new tab)
Tree removal and pruning permit fees
A tree removal zoning permit costs $25. [Surfside Beach fee schedule] (opens in a new tab)
Removing a required or regulated tree at an existing residence costs $25. [Surfside Beach fee schedule] (opens in a new tab)
The permit fee for pruning a limb over 8 inches in diameter is $25. [Surfside Beach fee schedule] (opens in a new tab)
The town charges no separate tree removal fee when the work accompanies an issued building permit. [Surfside Beach fee schedule] (opens in a new tab)
Town of Surfside Beach comprehensive fee schedule (opens in a new tab)
When work may occur and when debris must leave
Perform tree work from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday. [Surfside Beach tree removal application] (opens in a new tab)
The application allows an urgent public-safety exception with a permit from the Police Chief. [Surfside Beach tree removal application] (opens in a new tab)
The person who performs the work must remove all debris daily. [Surfside Beach tree removal application] (opens in a new tab)
No tree-work debris may remain on site overnight. [Surfside Beach tree removal application] (opens in a new tab)
Town of Surfside Beach tree removal application (opens in a new tab)
Plan tree work and debris removal
Tree trimming
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