Grand tree

Tampa's tree code treats grand trees as their own class, beside protected and specimen trees. The City's Tree and Landscape Technical Manual includes a detail for work within the protective root zone of protected, specimen, and grand trees, so a grand tree can change where a foundation, pool or driveway goes. The definition and size threshold sit in the City code: ask the City for the current rule on your lot.

A City guide says prior approval from Natural Resources is needed to remove a hazardous grand tree. Check trees early with your zoning limits such as setbacks, especially on a tear-down lot. See building on your lot in Tampa.