Code Violation Notice: Improper Tree Pruning at 8340 NW 3 Street

Original title: CASE #250401485 CODE OFFICER M SMITH Owner(s): Elaine Monestime Guy Marc Saint-Fleur Site Address: 8340 NW 3 Street Pemb Pines, FL 33024 Hat-racked/over pruned tree - awaiting tree mitigation Chapter/Section: 155.673 Remedial Measures for Tree Abuse _______________________________________________

May 28, 2026

Code Enforcement Tree Preservation Property Maintenance Public Hearing

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The Frame

What this does

Residents should care because improper tree pruning can kill trees, reduce property values, and lead to city-mandated fines or costly repair requirements.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 28, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The city has issued a violation for 'hat-racking,' which is the illegal and harmful practice of cutting off the main branches of a tree. The property owners are currently required to complete tree mitigation, which means taking specific steps to repair or replace the damaged trees as ordered by the city.

Why It Matters

Residents should care because improper tree pruning can kill trees, reduce property values, and lead to city-mandated fines or costly repair requirements.

Key Facts

The property is located at 8340 NW 3 Street, Pembroke Pines, FL.
The violation is for 'hat-racking' or over-pruning trees, which violates local code section 155.673.
The case is scheduled for a public hearing before the Code Compliance Magistrate.