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1. Do I need a permit to remove a tree?

Yes. A tree removal permit shall be required for the removal, replacement, or alteration of trees unless specifically exempted (see exemptions below). Alteration includes damaging, topping, root pruning, cutting, hatracking, poisoning, or grade change that can be expected to adversely affect the health of protected trees and vegetation. A tree removal permit can be applied for through our on-line portal under Planning and Zoning applications.

Tree removal permit exceptions:

1. Emergency removal due to storm damage as well as removal by the city from the right-of-way shall not require a permit.
2. Owner-occupied single-family dwellings are exempt from the tree protection requirements and are not required to obtain a tree removal permit. Where the occupant of the single-family is not the owner, the owner may provide a letter requesting the exception for that occupant. Staff will review the application to ensure that the removal is limited to the minimum amount of tree removal necessary and not intended to avoid requirements for the construction of a subdivision.

Code Reference: LDC 3.5.5

2. Do I need a permit to replace a fence?

Yes, the replacement of more than 25% of the linear feet of fence will require a permit. Please ensure that you have a scaled survey as a part of your application that shows where your proposed fence will be located - this is very important!

Fence requirements can be found in LDC 5.3.3.

3. Is my address/parcel located within the City of Longwood City limits?

There are many areas that have a "Longwood" mailing address that are not actually in the incorporated City limits of Longwood. If you are in an unincorporated area, you will actually do your permitting through Seminole County.

One way you can check is by searching your address or parcel number at the Seminole County Property Appraiser's GIS site.

A quick shorthand is that any property located west of I-4, including the Wekiwa Springs and Jamestown areas, or any property with a 32779 zip code, are not located within the City of Longwood.

4. I have the Zoning for my property - how do I find out what uses are allowed?

You'll want to view the Table of Allowable Uses for the appropriate district. The Table of Allowable Uses can be found in our Longwood Development Code in Article 2.3.0.