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Tree-cutting permission (non-forest land) — documents, timeline & process
R2 · Land & environment · ~45 days (indicative)
Permission from the Tree Officer/Authority before felling trees on private or revenue land along the route — separate from forest clearance.
Application with tree enumeration; compensatory planting conditions (often 1:10); exempt-species lists vary by state.
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Statutory basis & authority
| Statutory basis | State tree acts (e.g., Maharashtra Felling of Trees (Regulation) Act 1964 — 60-day decision; Karnataka Preservation of Trees Act 1976) |
|---|---|
| Authority | State Tree Officer / Tree Authority (state tree acts) |
| Department | Tree Officer / Forest & Revenue |
| Indicative timeline | ~45 days (verify with the authority) |
| Fees | Nominal + compensatory planting (often 1:10) |
Documents required
- Tree enumeration list (species, girth)
- Location plan
- Compensatory planting undertaking
When is this required?
- Transmission line / dedicated line core stack: line_involved: yes
Solarian expert note
Rajasthan has no general private-land tree act — Tenancy Act restrictions apply instead ⚑.
Frequently asked questions
What is Tree-cutting permission (non-forest land)?
Permission from the Tree Officer/Authority before felling trees on private or revenue land along the route — separate from forest clearance.
How long does Tree-cutting permission (non-forest land) take?
Around 45 days as an indicative planning figure. Actual timelines vary by authority workload and application quality — verify with the concerned authority.
Which authority grants Tree-cutting permission (non-forest land)?
State Tree Officer / Tree Authority (state tree acts). Department: Tree Officer / Forest & Revenue.
What documents are required for Tree-cutting permission (non-forest land)?
Tree enumeration list (species, girth); Location plan; Compensatory planting undertaking.
Is Tree-cutting permission (non-forest land) always required?
Applies only where trees stand on the route/site — confirm after route survey Verify applicability with the concerned authority.
Related approvals in this phase
- Land title, lease & government land allotment
- Land-use / NA (non-agricultural) conversion
- Forest clearance (forest-land diversion)
- Forest & wildlife clearance — line route
See also: all approvals · glossary of terms · state roadmaps
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Indicative guidance from the RegNav knowledge base, expert-verified by Solarian. Not legal advice — always verify with the concerned authority.