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Citrus County officials emphasize tree-protection rules, cite $12,000 fine for unpermitted removal
Summary
At a Citrus County meeting, speakers reiterated that permits are required before developing vacant land, warned that unpermitted tree removal is treated as "irreparable harm," and said a one-time $12,000 fine will be assessed; residents were urged to call Growth Management before cutting.
At a meeting of the Board of County Commissioners, speakers stressed enforcement of Citrus County’s tree-protection rules and announced a one-time $12,000 fine for unpermitted tree removal. "What I'm gonna do is I am going to assess a fine of $12,000, and, it's a 1 time fine, but that's it," said Speaker 4, who made the assessment announcement.
The county reiterated that it has an existing tree ordinance and that permit requirements apply before developing any vacant property. "It is required to have a permit before you develop any vacant property," Speaker 3 said, adding…
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