Vegetation Removal Compliance Checklist
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Pre-Removal Planning & Permits
Ensures proper planning, permits, and stakeholder consultation are completed before any vegetation removal begins.
Date of Initial Site Assessment
Project Type (e.g., Residential, Commercial, Road)
Is a Vegetation Removal Permit Required?
Copy of Vegetation Removal Permit (if applicable)
Brief Description of Planned Vegetation Removal Activities
Approximate Area of Vegetation Removal (in square feet)
Have Adjacent Property Owners Been Notified?
Summary of Notifications Sent to Stakeholders (e.g., neighbors, agencies)
Environmental Impact Assessment & Species Protection
Confirms assessment of potential environmental impacts and measures to protect sensitive species and habitats.
Was an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) conducted prior to vegetation removal?
Briefly describe the findings of the EIA (if conducted).
Were any protected plant or animal species identified within the removal area?
If protected species were identified, describe the mitigation measures implemented to protect them.
Upload EIA report or relevant documentation.
Were consultation(s) carried out with relevant stakeholders (e.g., environmental agencies, indigenous groups)?
Date of Stakeholder Consultation
Removal Methodology & Best Management Practices
Verifies adherence to approved removal techniques and BMPs to minimize environmental damage.
Removal Method Approved?
Detailed Description of Removal Methodology Used
Equipment Used (e.g., hand tools, machinery)
If machinery was used, specify type and mitigation measures implemented to minimize impact.
Area of vegetation cleared (square meters)
BMPs Implemented (select all that apply)
Photos of Removal Process (before, during, and after)
Any unexpected issues encountered during removal and corrective actions taken.
Erosion and Sediment Control
Confirms measures are in place to prevent soil erosion and sediment runoff during and after vegetation removal.
Has an approved Erosion and Sediment Control Plan been implemented?
Which erosion control measures are in place?
If 'Other' selected above, please specify:
Number of silt fences installed:
Distance from disturbed areas to nearest waterway (feet):
Are inlet/outlet protection measures in place for storm drains?
Date of last inspection of erosion control measures:
Notes from erosion control inspection:
Waste Management & Disposal
Ensures proper handling, storage, and disposal of removed vegetation waste in compliance with regulations.
Method of Vegetation Waste Disposal
If 'Other' disposal method selected, please describe:
Estimated Volume of Vegetation Waste (in cubic yards)
Waste Disposal Manifest (if applicable)
Type of Waste Container Used
If 'Other' container type selected, please describe:
Date of Waste Removal
Location of Waste Disposal Site
Name of Hauler/Disposal Company
Post-Removal Monitoring & Restoration
Documents ongoing monitoring activities and ensures restoration efforts are implemented as planned.
Date of Initial Post-Removal Site Assessment
Description of Site Conditions Immediately Post-Removal (erosion, soil stability, exposed roots)
Percentage of Exposed Soil Stabilized (e.g., through mulch, hydroseeding)
Restoration Activities Completed (Select all that apply)
Details of 'Other' Restoration Activities (if selected above)
Date of Next Scheduled Monitoring Visit
Photos of Post-Removal Site and Restoration Progress (mandatory)
Overall Restoration Progress Assessment
Comments and Recommendations for Future Restoration Efforts
Documentation & Reporting
Maintains accurate records of all activities and submits required reports to relevant authorities.
Date of Vegetation Removal Commencement
Date of Vegetation Removal Completion
Total Area (in acres/hectares) of Vegetation Removed
Description of Vegetation Removed (Species, Condition, Size)
Photographic Evidence of Pre-Removal Condition
Photographic Evidence of Removal Process
Permit(s) and Approval(s)
Summary of Deviations from Approved Plan (if any)
Report Submission Status
Name of Reporting Personnel
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