This document outlines the Tree Removal Permit application process for the Borough of Rumson. It details the requirements for property owners and contractors seeking permission to remove trees, including the submission of a Tree Removal Plan—which can be a simple sketch for minor removals or a professionally prepared document for larger projects—and a clear justification for the tree removal. An evaluation by a certified tree company expert is a mandatory component of the application.
The application specifies a tiered fee structure, which varies based on the number of trees to be removed and the property type (existing single-family home versus new construction). Fees range from $50 for removing three or fewer trees at an existing home, up to $500 for twenty-one or more trees.
Applicants are also informed that they are responsible for the cost of any independent expert evaluation requested by the Borough. Final approval or denial of the permit is at the discretion of the Borough's Tree Conservation Officer.
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--- Document: Complete A Tree Removal App Document ---
Borough of Rumson
BOROUGH HALL
80 East River Road
Rumson, New Jersey 07760-1689
rumsonnj.gov
Brett J. Hunger
Tree Preservation Officer
Office: 732.842.3300 ext. 127
Fax: 732.219.0714
bhunger@rumsonnj.gov
TREE REMOVAL PERMIT
DATE OF APPLICATION _______________________
PROPERTY LOCATION _________________________ Block_________Lot________Zone__________
HOMEOWNER____________________ CONTRACTOR___________________________
ADDRESS________________________ ADDRESS_______________________________
PHONE # _________________________ PHONE # ________________________________
Attach a TREE REMOVAL PLAN. For removal of three (3) or less trees at a single-family home, the plan may be a
sketch, a tax map reproduction, or a copy of a survey with field measurements and dimensions provided by the
homeowner or the homeowner’s agent. For all other removals, the Tree Removal Plan must be provided by a
qualified Professional, acceptable to the Tree Conservation Officer.
MARK TREES TO BE REMOVED WITH A PAINTED YELLOW DOT
REASON THE TREES MUST BE REMOVED:
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EVALUATION BY TREE COMPANY
NAME OF EXPERT_________________________________________PHONE#_____________________________
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SIGNATURE OF TREE COMPANY EXPERT___________________________________
PROPERTY OWNER’S CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that I am familiar with the Ordinance and Regulations governing this
work and hereby agree to comply fully with same. Additionally, I grant permission to the Borough and its employees and agents to enter and
inspect at the above listed property. Cost of the Borough’s Independent Expert evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.
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PROPERTY OWNER’S SIGNATURE
PERMIT APPLICATION FEES (payable to the
Borough of Rumson)
EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY HOME
( ) $50.00 removal of three (3) or less trees
( ) $100.00 removal of four (4) to six (6) trees
( ) $150.00 removal of seven (7) to nine (9) trees
( ) $200.00 removal of ten (10) to fifteen (15) trees
( ) $250.00 removal of sixteen (16) to twenty (20) trees.
( ) $500.00 removal of twenty-one (21) or more trees.
NEW CONSTRUCTION
( ) $300.00 For proposing the removal of three (3) or less
trees.
( ) $300.00 plus $100.00 per tree removed over three (3)
trees.
Total Permit Fee $___________________
TREE CONSERVATION OFFICER’S ACTION
For official use only
( ) Approved- Permit number________________
( ) Denied________________________________
( ) Application is deficient ___________________
NOTES
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By:_______________________________Date:________
Tree Conservation Officer
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