Request a Permit to Remove or Prune a Tree

Step 1.Make sure the tree qualifies

You can request a permit to remove or prune a tree that is:

• In the City right-of-way (the grassy area between the sidewalk and street) 
• At a mature height of more than three feet tall

Please note that the City Forestry division will not be performing the work. You are responsible for locating public utility lines and hiring a company to perform the work if the permit is approved.

Step 2.Fill out the online request form

Apply Online

Step 3.We'll review your request

We'll review your request within two business days and contact you if we need additional information. Once approved, we'll email your permit to you.

Step 1.Make sure the tree qualifies

You can request a permit to remove or prune a tree that is:

• In the City right-of-way (the grassy area between the sidewalk and street) 
• At a mature height of more than three feet tall

Please note that the City Forestry division will not be performing the work. You are responsible for locating public utility lines and hiring a company to perform the work if the permit is approved.

Step 2.Complete the Tree Planting Request form

Download the form and print or scan to submit.

Download the Form(PDF, 82KB) 

Step 3.Return the form by mail or in person 

We're located on the first floor of the building address listed in the Contact Us section. 

Step 4.We'll review your form

We'll review your request within two business days and contact you if we need additional information. Once approved, we'll email or mail your permit to you. 

Step 1.Make sure the tree qualifies

You can request a permit to remove or prune a tree that is:

• In the City right-of-way (the grassy area between the sidewalk and street) 
• At a mature height of more than three feet tall

Please note that the City Forestry division will not be performing the work. You are responsible for locating public utility lines and hiring a company to perform the work if the permit is approved.

Step 2.Call us to complete the form

Call us at the number listed in the Contact Us section for help completing the form.

Step 3.We'll review your request

We'll review your request within two business days and contact you if we need additional information. Once approved, we'll email or mail your permit to you.

Step 1.Make sure the tree qualifies

You can request a permit to remove or prune a tree that is:

• In the City right-of-way (the grassy area between the sidewalk and street) 
• At a mature height of more than three feet tall

Please note that the City Forestry division will not be performing the work. You are responsible for locating public utility lines and hiring a company to perform the work if the permit is approved.

Step 2.Complete the Tree Planting Request form

Download the form and print or scan to submit.

Download the Form(PDF, 82KB)

Step 3.Visit our office

We're located on the first floor of the building address listed in the Contact Us section. 

Step 4.We'll review your form

We'll review your request within two business days and contact you if we need additional information. Once approved, we'll email or mail your permit to you.