Did you know?
- Before you cut down a tree you need a permit from Sarasota County?
- The permit costs $215 and can be applied for at the South County Bldg. Dept., 4000 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice. Phone 941-861-3086.
- This does not apply to nuisance trees such as Brazilian Pepper, Carrot Wood, Meleleuca, etc. or dead trees.
- If you do not have a permit and you are caught cutting down a live tree, the fine is $200 per inch. Therefore, a tree with a 10” trunk would cost you a $2,000 fine.