The parties responsible for cutting about 500 mangrove trees in Daytona is starting to pay the price. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection issued a consent order to fine SB Tree Service $6,000. The Holly Hill company’s workers chainsawed the 8-foot-tall mangroves to a height of only 3.5 feet to improve a homeowner’s view in Wilbur-by-the-Sea, but didn’t have required permits or training. The mangrove trees were cut in early January, causing an outcry from residents and environmental advocates. Three parties were determined responsible: the Wilbur Improvement Association, which is the homeowners association; SB Tree Service; and Peter Zarcone, the individual who hired the tree trimming company. The state-protected trees are known to foster important habitats for fish and birds. They’re considered to be of great ecological importance, which is why they’re monitored closely by the DEP.

The parties responsible for cutting about 500 mangrove trees in Daytona is starting to pay the price. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection issued a consent order to fine SB Tree Service $6,000. The Holly Hill company&rsquo;s workers chainsawed the 8-foot-tall mangroves to a height of only 3.5 feet to improve a homeowner&rsquo;s view in Wilbur-by-the-Sea, but didn&rsquo;t have required permits or training. The mangrove trees were cut in early January, causing an outcry from residents and environmental advocates. Three parties were determined responsible: the Wilbur Improvement Association, which is the homeowners association; SB Tree Service; and Peter Zarcone, the individual who hired the tree trimming company. The state-protected trees are known to foster important habitats for fish and birds. They&rsquo;re considered to be of great ecological importance, which is why they&rsquo;re monitored closely by the DEP.

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