[lanabanana73]

We have The Villages standard oak tree in the front yard that I have no intention of keeping there. I'm not sure I'm ready to have it removed and replaced with something else, but I've been told that once it is a certain diameter, it cannot be removed? Or if it's removed, it has to be replaced with something? Anyone have experience with this? I assume it's 4-5 yrs old, based on our house's age.

[dbussone]

Originally Posted by lanabanana73

We have The Villages standard oak tree in the front yard that I have no intention of keeping there. I'm not sure I'm ready to have it removed and replaced with something else, but I've been told that once it is a certain diameter, it cannot be removed? Or if it's removed, it has to be replaced with something? Anyone have experience with this? I assume it's 4-5 yrs old, based on our house's age.

Yes, we removed 2 when we put our additional landscaping in. Once the trunk exceeds 4" in diameter you may not remove the tree without approval.

[eremite06]

Get it approved or they'll fine you. Check your deed restrictions.

[Polar Bear]

Check with the County regarding possible state permit requirements also...in addition to TV deed restrictions.