
Not every tree removal starts with a chainsaw. For this Bremerton project, the first step was securing a permit.
This project involved the removal of two aspen trees on a waterfront property in Bremerton. Because of the property’s location and local regulations, approval was required before any removal work could begin.
Once the permit was secured, the crew used a 92-foot Dino lift to access and dismantle the two aspen trees. The property’s location created a narrow working corridor between the hedges and roadway, requiring careful planning throughout the removal process.

One of the trees needed to be dropped into the roadway, making efficient cleanup a priority. To keep disruption to a minimum, the crew used an Avant loader equipped with a broom attachment to quickly clear debris and reopen the roadway for passing vehicles. This allowed cleanup to happen efficiently while maintaining access through the area.

After the tree removals were completed, attention turned to the property’s mature laurel hedges. Three hedge sections were reduced to approximately nine feet in height, improving appearance and creating a more manageable long-term maintenance height.

Projects like this demonstrate how tree work often involves much more than simply removing a tree. Permitting requirements, site access, traffic considerations, and equipment selection all play a role in completing the work safely and efficiently.

If you have trees located within a shoreline area or are unsure whether permitting may be required for your project, Cleartree LLC provides professional tree removal, pruning, and consultation services throughout Bremerton and Kitsap County.