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Trees and Development

Program
SE 50th Avenue construction A
Tree preservation and tree density requirements apply to many development projects, including new construction, additions, and exterior renovations. When applicable, tree requirements will be reviewed as part of your building permit application.
Location

Development Services Center

City Office
1900 SW Fourth Avenue
First floor lobby
Portland, OR 97201
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Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. except Thursdays 8 a.m. to noon
Contact

Urban Forestry

Manager of our urban forest infrastructure

trees@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-823-8733

Press 2 – Tree Preservation Inspections, Other Development Related Inquiries

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Urban Forestry Early Assistance and Land Use Review

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Tree Requirements for Building Permits

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Neighborhood Notice Information for Large Tree Removal

Protecting trees
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Protecting Trees During Construction and Tree Preservation Inspections

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Capital Improvement Projects and Trees

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Check a Permit Status

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Other Development and Tree Related Information

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Native and Nuisance Trees

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Appeal a Tree Permit Decision, Request Administrative Review of a Decision

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City Employees

Related offices, programs, advisory groups, and projects

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Bureau/Office

Development Services (BDS)

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Program

Commercial Development Permitting and Inspections

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Program

Residential Development Permitting and Inspections

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

Urban Forestry

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Program

Tree Permits and Regulations

Multi-story building in St. Johns neighborhood with retail and housing
Program

Zoning and Land Use

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Program

Charter, Code, and Policies

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