There are just 18,, or trees per person in Brookhaven.
To be considered for removal, a tree in the Town ROW must be dead or the roots must be causing damage (such as lifting a driveway or curb or going into a cesspool).
Brookhaven Town requires that residents plant trees at least six feet back from the roadway out of the Town ROW, to avoid potential problems in which the roots may damage the concrete curb, sidewalk and / or road asphalt as the tree. To be considered for removal, a tree in the Town ROW must be dead or the roots must be causing damage (such as lifting a driveway or curb or going into a cesspool).
Brookhaven Town recommends that residents plant trees at least six feet back from the roadway, to avoid potential problems in which the roots may damage the concrete curb, sidewalk and / or road asphalt as the tree grows. If you’re looking for tree removal in Brookhaven, the process requires a few things of the property owner.
Most of all, the tree must be greater than 6 inches in diameter at breast height – which is also known as DBH. Measuring the diameter is done by measuring the tree at the ″ foot mark from the ground. please note that any and all clearing within ’ of wetlands and/or within the new york state centeral pine barrens may require the applicant to file clearing restriction covenants prior to the issuance of a tree clearing permit.
clearing which is over an acre may require a stormwater pollution prevention plan.
With a population of 19,, and an estimated 4,,, trees statewide, there are trees for every person in the state.
reason for tree. Tree Inspection Request - The removal of trees in the Town Right of Way (ROW) fall under the jurisdiction of the Highway Department. The Town does not remove healthy trees. To be considered for removal, a tree in the Town ROW must be dead or the roots must be causing damage (such as lifting a driveway or curb or going into a cesspool). New York State (NYS) Swimming Pool Rules and Regulations. Part Report Calendar Year (PDF) Part Report Calendar Year (PDF) Part Report Calendar Year (PDF) Part Report Calendar Year (PDF) Part Report Calendar Year (PDF) Part Report Calendar Year (PDF) Part Report Calendar Year If you are a resident of the Town of Brookhaven with a qualifying disability as defined by New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law, you eligible for a parking permit for persons with disabilities from the Brookhaven Town Clerk’s Office.
Rental Permit (PDF) This application is for those wishing to rent a home or property in Brookhaven.