Pruning (Private and Non-Heritage) Tree Permits

Review the (Private) (Non-Heritage) Tree Pruning FAQs page

Did you determine that you need a private tree pruning permit? 

• Topics include:
  • If the tree is native and in a regulated Overlay zone or Plan District
  • Exceptions and qualifications
  • Allowed and prohibited pruning activities

For Street or Heritage tree pruning applications, go here instead.

These are individuals with:

• Relevant education and training in arboriculture or urban forestry
• And must currently have one of the following credentials:
  • International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist
  • American Society of Consulting Arborists (ASCA) Registered Consulting Arborist
• Local Tree Care Providers
• Tips for Hiring an Arborist

Fill out the application below completely and legibly. All information is required.

Private tree pruning permits are not self-issuable. 

Only an owner of the property or the owner's designee may apply for a private tree pruning permit. Request a private tree pruning permit one of the following ways:

• Call 503-823-TREE (8733) to request a paper Private Tree Pruning Permit Application; OR
• Download the Private Tree Pruning Permit Application

Need Help Using Electronic Documents?

Mail: Attn: Urban Forestry

1900 SW 4th Ave. Suite 5000

Portland, OR 97201

Review the (Private) (Non-Heritage) Tree Pruning FAQs page

Did you determine that you need a private tree pruning permit? 

• Topics include:
  • If the tree is native and in a regulated Overlay zone or Plan District
  • Exceptions and qualifications
  • Allowed and prohibited pruning activities

For Street or Heritage tree pruning applications, go here instead.

These are individuals with:

• Relevant education and training in arboriculture or urban forestry
• And must currently have one of the following credentials:
  • International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist
  • American Society of Consulting Arborists (ASCA) Registered Consulting Arborist
• Local Tree Care Providers
• Tips for Hiring an Arborist

Fill out the application below completely and legibly. All information is required.

Private tree pruning permits are not self-issuable. 

Only an owner of the property or the owner's designee may apply for a private tree pruning permit. Request a private tree pruning permit one of the following ways:

• Call 503-823-TREE (8733) to request a paper Private Tree Pruning Permit Application; OR
• Download the Private Tree Pruning Permit Application

Need Help Using Electronic Documents?