Tree Removal and Replacemente Permit

13. List the Proposed date to commence tree removal: to be determined List the Proposed date to complete tree removal: ‘0 be determined 14. Attach proof of written notice to neighboring property owners sharing a mutual boundary that a tree or trees within 2’ of any property boundary is proposed for removal. EXCEPTION — TREE EMERGENCY Property owners may remove hazardous trees under emergency conditions prior to obtaining a tree removal permit or tree removal exemption providing. Following the emergency removal of the tree or trees, the property owner or Agent shall apply for a Tree Removal Exemption at the Engineering Department within five (5) business days of the removal and shall provide written proof of the hazard by the Licensed Tree Expert or International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist at that time. COMPLIANCE WITH THE “TREE EXPERTS AND TREE CARE OPERATORS LICENSING ACT” C.45:15C-H Every company performing tree work in New Jersey must be either a Licensed Tree Expert of Licensed Tree Care Operator registered with the New Jersey Board of Tree Experts. West Orange property owners are themselves permitted to conduct tree removal on their own property provided they apply for a Tree Removal Permit or Tree Removal Exemption, however, all tree removals conducted by a private entity for hire must be licensed by the New Jersey Board of Tree Experts and registered with West Orange Township. It is understood that the undersigned may be subject to statutory penalties for each violation of the terms and conditions of the West Orange Tree Preservation, Removal and Replacement Ordinance. The undersigned agrees to post a copy of the Tree Removal Permit on the site and to present a copy for review upon request. Please check the Township Website www.westorange.org for a completed listing of registered tree removal WEEE —Wilion Comings 08/15/22 Applicant’ Signature Print Name Legibly v Date i t The Definition of a Tree per West Orange Ordinance #2177-08 is “a self-supporting perennial woody plant having a diameter of at least four inches measured at a point of 4.5 feet (or 54 inches) from the ground at the base of the tree on its uphill side and taller than 15’. If you wish to view a complete copy of the Town Tree Protection Ordinance, log on to the E Town’s Website www.westorange.org . Hit the Government category. Scroll down under Township

aller than 15’. If you wish to view a complete copy of the Town Tree Protection Ordinance, log on to the E Town’s Website www.westorange.org . Hit the Government category. Scroll down under Township Clerk for the Municipal Code Book and open Chapter 25 Land Use Regulations. See section 25-27 Tree Protection and Removal. ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS?