Heritage Tree Program
Nether Providence Township has recently established Heritage Tree designation for some of the oldest or most distinctive trees in the township. This designation was adopted last year by the Nether Providence as part of the revision to their Shade Tree Ordinances. Heritage trees are protected by township law and a township permit must be filled out by the property owner and reviewed by the Shade Tree Committee before removing, or pruning more than 20% of a Heritage Tree within a twelve month period.
The following defines a Heritage Tree:
1) A tree 36 inches or greater dbh (diameter at breast height; note:…
