In all likelihood, you won't need to get a tree removal permit. In most cases, northern Utah homeowners can go ahead and take down a tree without getting anyone's permission. But, we can't guarantee that the decision is completely yours to make. Utah state law protects certain species, and there's a chance that the location of your home or that of the tree could stop you from moving forward with removal. Removing a Utah Heritage Species Requires a Permit In 1975, the Utah He