Portland and the federal government

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Tree Permits and Regulations

Program

Find out if you need a permit to do tree work, start the application process, and other permit related services.

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Do I Need a Tree Permit?

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Check a Tree Permit Status

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Apply for a Tree Permit

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Trees and Development

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Tree Concerns and Problems

Tall conifer trees in Columbia Park.

Tree Care and Resources

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Trees - Forms and Applications List

Approved Street Tree Planting Lists

Approved Street Tree Planting Lists

Crews work on traffic signals at the intersection of SW Naito Parkway and SW Columbia Street as part of the SW Naito Improvement Project. These updates will make it easier to manage traffic flow during construction. Photo by PBOT.

Trees: Programmatic Permits

City Employees

Apply for a Tree Permit online (DevHub)

Permit Decision Appeal Application and Public Notices

Tree Permitting Fee Schedule

Contact

Tree Permitting

trees@portlandoregon.gov

Related offices, programs, and projects

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Permitting & Development

Two people stand together in front of young trees during Urban Forestry's Free Tree Giveaway in 2019.

Urban Forestry

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Transportation

Aerial view of bridges over the Willamette River in Downtown Portland

Environmental Services

Parks & Recreation

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Charter, Code, and Policies

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