Remove Storm Damaged Trees in Alpharetta Without a Permit

Got a storm damaged tree that's toppled or broken in your yard? You're in luck. The city of Alpharetta won't be requiring a tree removal permit for the removal of those trees.

But wait, it's not that easy. You must document the damage to those trees. Take photos of all the damaged trees to be removed and email them along with your address and any other pertinent information. 

If you don't have access to email, you still need to take those photos for your records. Then call 678-297-6070 to let the city know that you are removing storm damaged trees. You won't need to submit a tree removal permit application – and you won't receive official notification of permission from the city. Removal without providing the required documentation may result in a violation of the tree protection ordinance.

All other non-storm damaged trees will require a tree removal permit through the normal process whether they are dead or alive.

Contact the City of Alpharetta Arborist Technician with any questions that may not be answered below regarding tree removal at: 678-297-6070 or treepermits@alpharetta.ga.us.