Land & Lot Clearing
Land Clearing & Lot Clearing in Morris County, NJ
Clear trees, brush and stumps for a new home, addition, pool, driveway or commercial site, with one crew handling the whole job.
Land & Lot Clearing
Clear trees, brush and stumps for a new home, addition, pool, driveway or commercial site, with one crew handling the whole job.
Quick answer
Land clearing removes trees, brush, stumps and debris from part or all of a property so it can be built on, landscaped or used. In New Jersey, smaller residential clearing jobs often start around $2,000 to $5,000, and wooded lot clearing commonly runs about $3,000 to $8,000 or more per acre, depending on tree size and density, slope, stumps and haul-away. Every job starts with a free on-site estimate.
Morris County has some of the most heavily wooded residential land in North Jersey, from hillside lots in Randolph and Montville to lake properties in Denville and Mount Olive. Before you can build, add a pool or reclaim an overgrown yard, the trees, brush and stumps have to come out, often on sloped or tight ground close to neighbors.
Clearing crews combine tree removal, crane-assisted removal for big trees near structures, brush chipping and stump grinding into one plan, so builders, homeowners and property managers deal with one estimate and one schedule.
Lots cleared for the house footprint, driveway, septic and utilities, with trees you want to keep protected.
Selective clearing of the trees and stumps in the way of your project, without clearing the whole yard.
Brush, vines, dead trees and saplings cleared to open up usable yard space and views.
Clearing for parking areas, building pads, easements and common areas, with written scopes for property managers and HOAs.
| Job | Typical NJ price | What changes it |
|---|---|---|
| Selective clearing (a few trees and brush) | About $1,000–$3,000 | Number and size of trees |
| Residential lot or large yard | About $2,000–$5,000+ | Density, stumps, access |
| Wooded acreage | About $3,000–$8,000+ per acre | Slope, tree size, haul-away |
| Large trees near structures | Priced per tree | May need a crane |
These are typical New Jersey planning ranges, not quotes. Your price comes from a free on-site estimate.
Clearing rules depend on the town. Many Morris County municipalities have tree removal or tree replacement ordinances that apply when several trees come down, especially on lots being developed. In New Jersey, projects that disturb more than 5,000 square feet of soil generally need a soil erosion and sediment control plan certified by the Morris County Soil Conservation District.
Parts of Morris County are in the New Jersey Highlands region, and land near wetlands, streams and lakes can have extra state rules. Check with your town before work starts; the crew can tell you what is usually asked for. See our Morris County tree removal permit guide.
Wooded acreage commonly runs about $3,000 to $8,000 or more per acre in New Jersey, depending on tree size and density, slope, stump removal and whether wood and debris are hauled away.
Often, yes, depending on your town and how much land is disturbed. Many towns regulate tree removal on development lots, and disturbing more than 5,000 square feet of soil generally needs a soil erosion and sediment control plan.
Yes. Selective clearing removes only the trees and brush in the way, and the trees you want to keep are marked and protected.
They can be ground down or pulled out, depending on what is being built. Areas for foundations and driveways usually need full stump removal.
A residential lot or large yard often takes one to three days. Larger or steep sites take longer; your estimate will give a timeline.
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Big trees over roofs, pools and power lines, dead trees that are unsafe to climb, and tight backyards are the classic crane jobs.
Read the guide →Tell us about the lot and what you are planning. A local crew will arrange a free on-site visit and written price.
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