Who issues tree removal permits in Arlington, VA?

Residential permits are handled by Arlington County Inspection Services (Permit Arlington). Your contractor should confirm whether your job needs one and pull it.

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For homeowners in Clarendon, Ballston and across Arlington. Tell us about your project in about a minute and up to 3 independent local tree removal companies serving 22201–22213 may contact you.

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Safety first: stay away from any tree touching power lines and report downed lines to your electric utility. For immediate danger, call 911.

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Is the tree near a house, garage, fence, or power line?

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Tree Removal in Arlington, VA: what local homeowners should know

Arlington County encourages tree preservation and has rules for trees on lots being redeveloped. Ask tree services to include cleanup, haul-away and stump grinding in the written estimate, and confirm whether a crane or bucket truck is needed for trees close to the house.

Before you hire in Arlington

License: Virginia has no state tree-care license, so ask for ISA Certified Arborist credentials and proof of liability and workers' comp insurance.
Permits: residential permits for Arlington addresses are issued by Arlington County Inspection Services (Permit Arlington). Ask each company whether your job needs one and who pulls it.
Local rules: Condo and townhome associations usually control roofs, exteriors and shared systems.
Compare in writing: get at least two written quotes for the same scope, with warranty terms, cleanup and payment schedule spelled out.

Common questions

Who is responsible for a tree on the property line? Generally the owner of the land the trunk sits on. Street trees in the public right-of-way are usually the city or county's responsibility.

Which areas do you cover? Arlington and surrounding neighborhoods including Clarendon, Ballston, Lyon Park, Ashton Heights, Cherrydale, Westover, Bluemont, Shirlington and Arlington Ridge (ZIPs 22201–22213), plus the rest of Arlington County.

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