--- title: "Stump Grinding in Milford, OH | Cincinnati Stump Grinding" description: "Stump grinding in Milford, OH: free quotes, chips hauled away and fresh topsoil, plus Milford street tree and yard waste rules with sources. Call (513) 587-6772." url: https://cincystump.multisites.ai/stump-grinding/milford-oh publisher: Cincinnati Stump Grinding phone: +1-513-587-6772 quote: https://cincystump.multisites.ai/contact --- # Stump grinding in Milford, OH Cincinnati Stump Grinding grinds tree stumps in Milford, OH, in Clermont and Hamilton counties. Quotes are free, usually quick and without an in-person visit, and the chips can be hauled away and replaced with fresh topsoil. Before you grind, check the Milford street tree rules below and mark your private lines. [Call (513) 587-6772](tel:+1-513-587-6772)Get a free estimate ZIP codes in Milford - [45150](https://cincystump.multisites.ai/contact?zip=45150#estimate) Served counties in green, Milford in lime. Map data: US Census Bureau. ## What to know before you grind in Milford Rules from the city and county. Each one links to the page it comes from. - Permits ### Street tree permit before pruning, removing or planting Milford code 911.08 requires a street tree permit before work on a tree in the right-of-way. The city arborist inspects the tree. Source: [City of Milford: Street Trees](https://www.milfordohio.org/departments/public_works_department/street_trees.php), checked October 2026 - Permits ### Street tree permit A permit is required before pruning, removing or planting trees in the right-of-way. Source: [City of Milford: Street Trees](https://www.milfordohio.org/departments/public_works_department/street_trees.php), checked October 2026 - Permits ### City arborist inspects The city arborist inspects trees to confirm they meet removal criteria. Source: [City of Milford: Street Trees](https://www.milfordohio.org/departments/public_works_department/street_trees.php), checked October 2026 - Permits ### Removal criteria One accepted reason for removal is a tree structure that is a proven hazard. Source: [City of Milford: Street Trees](https://www.milfordohio.org/departments/public_works_department/street_trees.php), checked October 2026 - Street trees ### Owner pays for street tree removal and stump grinding If the city approves removal of a street tree, the property owner is responsible for the removal and the stump grinding. Source: [City of Milford: Street Trees](https://www.milfordohio.org/departments/public_works_department/street_trees.php), checked October 2026 - Street trees ### Clearance heights and no topping Owners must remove limbs lower than 8 feet over sidewalks and 12 feet over streets. Topping street trees is banned. Source: [City of Milford: Street Trees](https://www.milfordohio.org/departments/public_works_department/street_trees.php), checked October 2026 - Street trees ### Owner maintains abutting trees Owners must maintain trees and shrubs on their property next to the right-of-way. Source: [City of Milford: Street Trees](https://www.milfordohio.org/departments/public_works_department/street_trees.php), checked October 2026 - Street trees ### Clearance heights Owners must remove limbs lower than 8 feet over sidewalks and 12 feet over streets. Source: [City of Milford: Street Trees](https://www.milfordohio.org/departments/public_works_department/street_trees.php), checked October 2026 - Street trees ### Municipal code 911.08 The street tree rules sit in municipal code 911.08. Source: [City of Milford: Street Trees](https://www.milfordohio.org/departments/public_works_department/street_trees.php), checked October 2026 - Yard waste and wood ### Weekly brush pickup April to October Brush is collected every Wednesday from early April to the end of October, with no call needed. From November to March, call the Service Department. Source: [City of Milford: Brush Collection](https://www.milfordohio.org/departments/public_works_department/brush_collection.php), checked October 2026 - Yard waste and wood ### Brush size and items refused Limbs may be up to 6 inches thick and 8 feet long. Stumps, logs and root balls are not accepted. Source: [City of Milford: Brush Collection](https://www.milfordohio.org/departments/public_works_department/brush_collection.php), checked October 2026 - Yard waste and wood ### Leaf pickup season Leaf collection runs mid-October through December. Rake leaves between the sidewalk and curb, not into the street. Source: [City of Milford: Leaf Collection](https://www.milfordohio.org/departments/public_works_department/leaf_collection.php), checked October 2026 - Yard waste and wood ### Yard waste stickers Leaves and weeds must be in paper yard-waste bags or clean cans with a $1.50 purple sticker each, per the solid waste district. Source: [Adams-Clermont Solid Waste District: Yard Waste](https://acswd.org/yard-waste/), checked October 2026 - Tree programs ### Tree City USA, twentieth year The city's tree commission page says Milford was named to the Tree City USA list for the twentieth year. The page does not give the calendar year. Source: [City of Milford: Milford Tree Commission](http://milfordohio.org/residents/tree_commission.php), checked October 2026 - Tree programs ### Tree rebate and memorial tree programs The Milford Tree Commission runs a tree rebate program (with a list of approved trees) and a memorial tree program. Source: [City of Milford: Milford Tree Commission](http://milfordohio.org/residents/tree_commission.php), checked October 2026 ## Before you dig in Milford - Ohio ### ORC 3781.28(A) notice period Ohio law requires notice to the protection service (OHIO811) at least 2 working days and no more than 16 calendar days before digging. Source: [Ohio Revised Code Section 3781.28](https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-3781.28) - Ohio ### Working days defined Working days exclude weekends and legal holidays (ORC 3781.25(F) as quoted in 3781.28 page context). Source: [Ohio Revised Code Section 3781.25](https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-3781.25) - Clermont County ### Fee drop-off sites for brush Clermont residents can drop off brush or yard waste for a small fee at Bzak Landscaping (931 Roundbottom Rd, Milford), Ohio Mulch (850 Roundbottom Rd, Milford) and Evans Landscaping (4218 Roundbottom Rd, Newtown). Source: [Adams-Clermont Solid Waste District: Yard Waste](https://acswd.org/yard-waste/) - Clermont County ### Haulers require short bundled branches Republic and Rumpke require branches shorter than four feet, tied with string or twine, and bags or bundles under 50 pounds. Source: [Adams-Clermont Solid Waste District: Yard Waste](https://acswd.org/yard-waste/) - Clermont County ### Christmas tree drop-off at Pattison Park Any Clermont County resident can drop a cut Christmas tree at Pattison Park near Owensville. Source: [Adams-Clermont Solid Waste District: Christmas Tree Recycling](https://acswd.org/christmastree/) - Hamilton County ### Three drop-off sites The county runs three yard trimmings drop-off sites: Oakdale Elementary (Green Twp), Bzak Landscaping (Anderson Twp) and Rumpke Landfill (Colerain Twp). 2026 season: March 21 to December 6. Source: [Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District: Yard Trimmings Drop-Off Sites](https://www.hamiltoncountyresource.org/residents/yard_trimmings_drop_off_sites.php) - Hamilton County ### Branch length and size Drop-off branches must be 4 feet or shorter and no larger than 12 inches across. Source: [Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District: Yard Trimmings Drop-Off Sites](https://www.hamiltoncountyresource.org/residents/yard_trimmings_drop_off_sites.php) - Hamilton County ### Bundles and residents only Bundles must weigh 50 lb or less. Only county residents, not commercial loads, may use the sites. Collected material is composted. Source: [Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District: Yard Trimmings Drop-Off Sites](https://www.hamiltoncountyresource.org/residents/yard_trimmings_drop_off_sites.php) - Hamilton County ### No soil or bricks Soil, stones and bricks are not accepted at the drop-off sites. Source: [Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District: Yard Trimmings Drop-Off Sites](https://www.hamiltoncountyresource.org/residents/yard_trimmings_drop_off_sites.php) - Hamilton County ### Hours Oakdale and Rumpke: Sat and Sun 8am to 12pm. Bzak: Mon to Fri 7:30am to 5pm, Sat and Sun 11:30am to 5pm. Source: [Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District: Yard Trimmings Drop-Off Sites](https://www.hamiltoncountyresource.org/residents/yard_trimmings_drop_off_sites.php) ## Free estimate in Milford Pick the closest answers, add your ZIP and send it. Photos help most. 1. Measure across the cut, at ground level, at the widest point. 2. Snap a photo of each stump and the path to it. 3. We reply with your free estimate. Rather talk? [Call (513) 587-6772](tel:+1-513-587-6772) ![Close view of the growth rings across the top of a cut pine stump](https://cincystump.multisites.ai/_astro/pine-stump-growth-rings.Pg0LkLSG_ZnC6hL.avif) ## Questions about Milford, OH ### Do you grind stumps in Milford, OH? Yes. Cincinnati Stump Grinding works across Clermont and Hamilton counties, including Milford. ZIP codes here include 45150. Call (513) 587-6772 or send photos for a free estimate. ### What are the street tree rules in Milford? If the city approves removal of a street tree, the property owner is responsible for the removal and the stump grinding. Source: City of Milford: Street Trees. ### Do I need a permit in Milford? Milford code 911.08 requires a street tree permit before work on a tree in the right-of-way. The city arborist inspects the tree. Source: City of Milford: Street Trees. ### What does Milford do with yard waste and wood? Brush is collected every Wednesday from early April to the end of October, with no call needed. From November to March, call the Service Department. Source: City of Milford: Brush Collection. ### Do I need to call 811 first? Ohio law requires notice to the protection service (OHIO811) at least 2 working days and no more than 16 calendar days before digging. Utility marks cover public lines; private lines such as sprinklers, lighting and invisible fences are the owner's to mark. Source: Ohio Revised Code Section 3781.28. ### What happens to the wood chips? Grinding turns the stump into wood chips. You can keep them as mulch, or ask for them to be hauled away and replaced with fresh topsoil. Ask when you request your free estimate. ## Nearby town pages - [Terrace Park](https://cincystump.multisites.ai/stump-grinding/terrace-park-oh) - [Indian Hill](https://cincystump.multisites.ai/stump-grinding/indian-hill-oh) - [Miami Twp. 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