Tree Survey
Document the location and relevant characteristics of trees on a property to support site planning, permitting, and development decisions.
Field Documentation That Supports Better Site Decisions
Latitude approaches tree surveying as part of understanding the existing site before development begins. We locate and document trees relevant to the project and, when required by the applicable scope or local requirements, collect characteristics such as size or species that can help the design and permitting team evaluate existing vegetation.
A Required Part of the Tree Permit Process in Charlotte County
Charlotte County requires applicants proposing development to submit a tree survey as part of the Tree Permit Application. According to Q10.6 of the County’s Frequently Asked Questions, the survey must show the development site boundaries and the location of individual trees with a caliper of 4 inches or greater, including their common names and approximate caliper measurements. Charlotte County — Tree Permit FAQ, Q10.6
The County also requires the tree survey to provide a full inventory of existing and proposed improvements, clearly identifying trees proposed for removal and those to be preserved. The Tree Permit Application must be submitted with the building permit application and before development, clearing, or earthwork begins. Charlotte County — Tree Fact Sheet
What the Tree Survey Must Show
- Development site boundaries
- Location of individual trees
- Trees with a 4-inch or greater caliper
- Common name of each tree
- Approximate caliper measurement
- Existing and proposed improvements
- Trees proposed for removal
- Trees proposed for preservation
Official references:
Q10.6 — Charlotte County Tree Permit FAQ
Charlotte County Tree Fact Sheet
Charlotte County — Tree Permit FAQ
Charlotte County — Tree Fact Sheet
Serving Communities Across Southwest Florida
Lee County
Post-Ian Flood Standards
Elevation requirements now often exceed pre-storm levels in AE, VE, and AO zones. We pull flood data from the county's Forerunner Portal, so your elevations hold up at permit review.
Collier County
Coastal Wind & Flood Zoning Design wind speeds up to 170+ mph and extensive AE/VE zones from Naples to Marco Island, plus the Coastal Construction Control Line near the beach. Accurate elevation data gets your foundation design right the first time.
Charlotte County
Site & Tree Data the County Requires Charlotte requires a survey less than one year old, plus a separate tree survey for any tree permit — showing tree location, size, and heritage status. We deliver both together.