As of January 6, 2025, Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry is piloting an updated Tree Removal and Replant Application. The previous application form has been removed from the website. Please use the updated form to help Urban Forestry better understand the effectiveness of the updates.
In response to feedback from applicants, the updated application now makes submitting a site plan optional. Applications submitted without a site plan will no longer be flagged as incomplete. However, permits cannot be issued over the counter (same day) without a site plan, as we need to confirm tree locations before issuing the permit. Applications without a site plan will require an inspection to verify tree locations. The Tree Removal and Replant Application form has been revised to improve clarity, reduce length, and simplify the language.
Please contact trees@portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-TREE (8733) if you have questions. We look forward to connecting with you at the end of the pilot period to learn about your experience with the updated application.