Pruning Permits for Street Trees

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Below are several options for submitting an application including; online, by mail, and in person.

When is a Pruning Permit required?

Street Trees: A permit is required to prune any tree in the City right-of-way, which is typically between the curb and sidewalk. No permit is required for pruning branches less than 1/2 inch in diameter at attachment to the stem.
Private Trees: A permit is required to prune native trees in c, p, or v overlay zones.
- Learn more: Pruning (Private and Non-Heritage) Tree Permits

If you wish to report a street tree that needs pruning, visit Tree Code Violations.

In some cases, there is a self-issued permit option available for limited pruning.

Self-Issued Street Tree Pruning Permits:
- Pruning is for branches less than 6" in diameter at attachment to the stem.
- Pruning is for young tree pruning, crown cleaning or crown raising for clearance of the street and sidewalk (7.5' above the sidewalk, 11' above residential streets, and 14' over arterial streets).
- The Street Tree is not a Heritage Tree.

Otherwise, you will fill out a Street Tree Pruning Permit Application with Inspection.

OR Everything else

Street Tree Pruning Permit With Inspection:
- Other types of pruning (other than above) may be permitted for Street Trees; however, they require a tree inspection and a permit issued by a City Tree Inspector.
- You can apply online with the link that follows