(A) From and after the passage of this chapter, it shall be unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to perform for compensation any tree trimming, tree cutting, and/or tree removals within the city without obtaining a permit from the city. The fee for the permit can be referenced on the City of Sweeny's master fee schedule.
(B) If the homeowner lives in the home and it is their homestead, they can complete trimming and removals on their property themselves without obtaining a permit.
(C) If the property owner compensates someone for the work or hires a third party and/or contractor, the contractor must obtain a permit.
(D) Tree contractors must obtain permit prior to work being commenced. All tree trimmings and/or removals must be hauled off by the contractor within city limits.
(Ord. 101-09, passed 3-17-09; Am. Ord. 104-22, passed 4-19-22)
Penalty, see § 10.99