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Gulf Shores Tree Preservation and Removal Regulations

These provisions regulate the removal and destruction of trees to preserve the city’s character, particularly its groves of mature pine, oak, and other species. Objectives include reducing noise and air pollution, preventing soil erosion and siltation, enhancing community aesthetics, and adding landscape maturity to new developments.

Link:

  • Gulf Shores, AL Code of Ordinances, Ch. 7, Article VIII., Sec. 7-150

Policy Details:

Locale: Gulf Shores, Alabama [Southeast]
Climate zone: Zone 2A: Hot Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [<50K]
Smart Surface(s): Trees
Policy Type(s): City Code

Citation:

Gulf Shores, AL Code of Ordinances, Ch. 7, Article VIII., Sec. 7-150

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