Looking for a land clearing contractor in Stella, NE? Describe your project once and up to three land clearing contractors who work in Stella and Richardson County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Stella is home to about 144 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a shrinking community (−2.7% since 2020). With 825 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. New homes on wooded lots, pasture recovery and wildfire defensible space are the usual clearing jobs here.
Stella at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 144 (−2.7% since 2020)
- Rank in Nebraska
- 371st of 528 cities and towns
- Land area
- 0.2 sq mi
- Population density
- 825 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- Village (Stella village)
- Main county
- Richardson County
What to check before hiring in Stella
- Rules: in Nebraska, check county rules on tree removal, grading, burning and wetlands before clearing.
- Stormwater: clearing an acre or more for construction generally needs stormwater permit coverage.
- Debris: ask whether debris is mulched, hauled or burned, and who gets the permits.
- Price drivers: acreage, tree size, terrain, stumps and debris handling.
Useful official resources
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EPA: construction stormwater
Official information and guidance.
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Call 811
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Stella
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Lot clearing for construction
Clearing trees, stumps and brush for a building pad, driveway and utilities.
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Forestry mulching and brush clearing
Mulching brush and small trees in place for pasture, trails or defensible space.
Frequently asked questions in Stella
How much does land clearing cost in Stella, NE?
It depends on acreage, vegetation, terrain and debris handling. Describe your land: contractors who serve Stella reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
A small lot can be cleared in a day or two; large wooded tracts take longer.
Should stumps be removed?
Under buildings and driveways, yes; elsewhere they can often be ground or left.
Which land clearing contractors will contact me?
Up to three independent land clearing contractors who serve Stella and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.