In this edition of “Ask Matt,” Hot Springs Village Associate Director of Public Services Matt Broom answers a question about a property owner fined for cutting down trees on their own property.

Resident:  Someone I know was recently fined for cutting down some trees on their property.  Several were dead already.  Why were they fined?

Matt:  Thanks for the question.  The rules for tree cutting vary depending on the situation and are laid out below.  These rules are in place to ensure that the aesthetics of our community are maintained.   Hope this helps.  Thanks.

3.13 Tree Cutting

A. Permit is required for the following, and trees must be marked with flagging tape, in conjunction with submitted application for onsite staff review: 

      i. Anything over 3” in diameter measured at 12” from the ground on improved lots over ½ acre.

      ii. Anything over 3” in diameter measured at 12” from the ground on any sized unimproved lot. 

      iii. Tree cutting or improvements on common property. 

B. No Permit required:  

      i. Improved Lots ½ acre or less 

      ii. Trees that are dead, dying, diseased, or a hazard to a dwelling (must be verified by POA staff) 

      iii. Any tree or bush under 3” in diameter measured at 12” from the ground.  

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