A stump with 50 percent or more of the root-ball exposed may be eligible for removal and filling in of the root-ball hole. If grinding a stump in-place is less costly than extraction, grinding the stump in-place may be eligible.

Stump removal in areas with known or high potential for archaeological resources usually requires FEMA to further evaluate and consult with the State or Tribal Historic Preservation Officer. If the Applicant discovers any potential archeological resources during stump removal, the Applicant must immediately cease work and notify FEMA.

The Applicant should note that when a stump is removed by contracted services, FEMA reimburses contracted costs charged on a per-stump basis if:

• The stump is 2 feet or larger in diameter measured 2 feet above the ground; and
• Extraction is required as part of the removal.

The Applicant must ensure the price for stump removal includes extraction, transport, disposal, and filling the root-ball hole.