{"id":1257,"date":"2022-01-31T09:27:51","date_gmt":"2022-01-31T09:27:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/?p=1257"},"modified":"2022-01-31T09:31:41","modified_gmt":"2022-01-31T09:31:41","slug":"free-tree-removal-seniors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/free-tree-removal-seniors\/","title":{"rendered":"Free Tree Removal For Seniors (Brief Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Removing unwanted or fallen trees can not only be time-consuming but it can also end up costing a lot. This might not be affordable for a lot of people and senior citizens don\u2019t have an option to remove the tree by themselves. Ignoring any damaged or fallen trees can be really dangerous for both your property and your safety. But there are some programs that help senior citizens in removing trees free of cost. Let\u2019s take a look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A lot of areas across the US offer free tree removal services for the elderly. One of the most popular programs was started in 2017 by El Dorado County in California through which senior citizens can get free tree removal if they qualify under the eligibility criteria. Similarly, a lot of local tree removal services also offer free tree removal for senior citizens.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/tree-removal-for-seniors-thumbnail.jpg\" alt=\"tree removal seniors free\" class=\"wp-image-1250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/tree-removal-for-seniors-thumbnail.jpg 500w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/tree-removal-for-seniors-thumbnail-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/tree-removal-for-seniors-thumbnail-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/free-tree-removal-seniors\/#Can_Senior_Citizens_Get_Free_Tree_Removal\" title=\"Can Senior Citizens Get Free Tree Removal?\">Can Senior Citizens Get Free Tree Removal?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/free-tree-removal-seniors\/#What_is_the_Free_Tree_Removal_Program_in_El_Dorado_County\" title=\"What is the Free Tree Removal Program in El Dorado County?\">What is the Free Tree Removal Program in El Dorado County?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/free-tree-removal-seniors\/#What_Is_the_Maximum_Household_Income_Limits\" title=\"What Is the Maximum Household Income Limits?\">What Is the Maximum Household Income Limits?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/free-tree-removal-seniors\/#Which_Type_of_Housing_Units_Can_Avail_This_Service\" title=\"Which Type of Housing Units Can Avail This Service?\">Which Type of Housing Units Can Avail This Service?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/free-tree-removal-seniors\/#Which_Type_of_Trees_Can_the_Citizens_Remove\" title=\"Which Type of Trees Can the Citizens Remove?\">Which Type of Trees Can the Citizens Remove?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/free-tree-removal-seniors\/#What_Is_the_Application_Process\" title=\"What Is the Application Process?\">What Is the Application Process?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/free-tree-removal-seniors\/#What_are_some_other_ways_for_senior_citizens_to_get_free_tree_removal\" title=\"What are some other ways for senior citizens to get free tree removal?\">What are some other ways for senior citizens to get free tree removal?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/free-tree-removal-seniors\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"can-senior-citizens-get-free-tree-removal\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Senior_Citizens_Get_Free_Tree_Removal\"><\/span>Can Senior Citizens Get Free Tree Removal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In some areas across the country, there are multiple programs that let senior citizens remove dangerous or fallen trees free of cost. The best way to figure out if you are eligible for such a program is to check with a local tree removal service. They usually know about the current laws and programs running in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One such program was launched in 2017 by the county of El Dorado in California in partnership with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fire.ca.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">California Department of Forestry and Fire Prevention.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly, there are other programs and grants throughout the country like Victorian Bushfire Reconstruction and Recovery, Ohio Department of Natural Resources grant, Harold K.L Castle Foundation Grant, etc. The application process and the eligibility criteria can differ slightly within each program but the usual broad strokes are similar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-free-tree-removal-program-in-el-dorado-county\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Free_Tree_Removal_Program_in_El_Dorado_County\"><\/span>What is the Free Tree Removal Program in El Dorado County?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The free tree removal service started by El Dorado County was initiated to help low-income senior citizens to remove dangerous, dead, or dying trees which might pose a danger to their property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But there are some eligibility criteria for senior citizens to be able to utilize this program:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\"><li>The applicants should be above 60 years of age.<\/li><li>They must own the property from which they want to remove the tree.<\/li><li>They must live in a high hazard zone<\/li><li>&nbsp;The household income must be below 60% of the median income of that area.<\/li><li>They must have trees which are threating their property, ether due to old age, diseases etc.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-maximum-household-income-limits\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Maximum_Household_Income_Limits\"><\/span>What Is the Maximum Household Income Limits?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;The maximum household income limit for a senior citizen to be able to avail of this service should be less than 60% of the median household income of that area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\"><li>If there is only 1 person residing in the household then this income limit is $31,950.<\/li><li>For 2 people this limit is $36,540<\/li><li>For 3 people it is $41,100<\/li><li>For 4 people it is $45,660<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"which-type-of-housing-units-can-avail-this-service\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Type_of_Housing_Units_Can_Avail_This_Service\"><\/span>Which Type of Housing Units Can Avail This Service?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Existing single-family residences, any manufactured homes which are placed on a permanent foundation system, and any habitable second dwelling on an occupied property can avail of this service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, any temporary habitat or unpermitted dwelling will not be covered under this program. Similarly, any movable property like a shed or a barn cannot be used under this program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"which-type-of-trees-can-the-citizens-remove\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Type_of_Trees_Can_the_Citizens_Remove\"><\/span>Which Type of Trees Can the Citizens Remove?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all trees will be covered under this program, make sure that your tree meets the eligibility criteria before availing of the service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your tree must be thicker than 10 inches in diameter and should be taller than 20 feet. The tree should also be reasonably accessible by machinery and other equipment used for removing trees. The tree should also pose some reasonable threat to your property and must be located within 300 feet of the residence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One more thing to note here is that this program is only applicable in areas that are considered to be Tier 1 or Tier 2 High Hazard Zone as stipulated by the California Tree Mortality Task Force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-application-process\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Application_Process\"><\/span>What Is the Application Process?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing which you should do is call up the local authorities to ask for the availability of such a program, even if you don\u2019t reside in California. A lot of local authorities have some kind of free tree removal program going on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The application process will include a screening phone call to check your income verification, asset verification, financial privacy, and other relevant details. You will also have to sign a \u2018Right of Entry Permit\u2019 to allow the tree removal service to enter your property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-some-other-ways-for-senior-citizens-to-get-free-tree-removal\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_some_other_ways_for_senior_citizens_to_get_free_tree_removal\"><\/span>What are some other ways for senior citizens to get free tree removal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your county or local authorities don\u2019t have an express program for free tree removal, there might be some other ways for you to get <a href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/how-to-negotiate-tree-removal\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1255\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">discounted tree removal <\/a>or even free service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing which you should do is check with your local tree removal services for any offers which are going on at the moment. A lot of services even offer free or heavily discounted tree removals for senior citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your tree is interfering with electric lines or other utilities, you can also ask the utility companies if they can remove the tree. Sometimes even without a program, the local authorities can remove some hazardous trees for senior citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Harold K.L Foundation operates nationwide and helps people with grants for removing trees for fences, windbreaks, fire breaks, and site preparations. This grant can be up to $100,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are other grants like this available nationwide and sometimes they are county-specific as well. The easiest way to find out is to contact a local tree removal service or the local authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A lot of local authorities all over the country have some kind of programs in place to provide aid to senior citizens for free tree removal from their property. Some tree removal services also offer heavy discounts for senior citizens. Make sure to ask the local authorities and services about any such programs and find out their eligibility criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recommended reading: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/should-dead-trees-be-cut-down\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"646\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Should Dead Trees be Cut Down? <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/how-to-tell-if-tree-is-dead\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"642\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Tell If a Tree is Dead?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/trees-most-likely-to-fall-in-wind\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"667\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trees Most Likely Fall in The Win<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Removing unwanted or fallen trees can not only be time-consuming but it can also end up costing a lot. This might not be affordable for a lot of people and senior citizens don\u2019t have an option to remove the tree by themselves. 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