The City has approved the removal of a 240-year-old Live Oak located at 445 West First Street. The tree, with a diameter of 60 inches, is situated adjacent to the Tide Views Preserve. City officials noted that its location in the center of the property would limit potential development, according to the City of Atlantic Beach.
City officials stated that the approval was a required administrative step, as the developer met all regulatory requirements. The developer is required to provide replacement trees totaling more than 54 inches in diameter or contribute approximately $9,841.88 to the City’s Tree Protection Fund, or a combination of both.
The property at 445 West First Street was recently divided into two lots. The Live Oak on the site is approximately 240 years old, making it a long-standing part of the city’s natural landscape. Its removal is related to the planned development of the subdivided property.
