Request to Plant a Tree

Step 1.Decide if you want to plant a tree in a public space

If you request to have a tree planted in the right-of-way near your home, you will be responsible for the planting, care and maintenance (watering, mulching, staking, pruning, etc.) Our tree care guide gives an overview of the type of care you will need to do. 

If you are willing to care for and maintain your street tree, check out our Approved Tree Species List to see which types of trees are allowed.

Step 2.Fill out the online form

Apply Online

Step 3.We'll review your request

We'll review your request within two business days and contact you if we need additional information. Once approved, we'll email your permit to you.

Step 1.Decide if you want to plant a tree in a public space

If you request to have a tree planted in the right-of-way near your home, you will be responsible for the care and maintenance (watering, mulching, staking, pruning, etc.) Our tree care guide gives an overview of the type of care you will need to do. 

If you are willing to care for and maintain your street tree, check out our Approved Tree Species List to see which types of trees are allowed.

Step 2.Complete the Tree Planting Request form

Download the form and print or scan to submit.

Download the Form

Don't have a printer? Don't worry! You can get a printed form at our office.

Step 3.Return the form by mail or in person 

We're located on the first floor of the building address listed in the Contact Us section. 

Step 4.We'll review your form

We'll review your request within two business days and contact you if we need additional information. Once approved, we'll email or mail your permit to you. 

Step 1.Decide if you want to plant a tree in a public space

If you request to have a tree planted in the right-of-way near your home, you will be responsible for the care and maintenance (watering, mulching, staking, pruning, etc.) Our tree care guide gives an overview of the type of care you will need to do. 

If you are willing to care for and maintain your street tree, check out our Approved Tree Species List to see which types of trees are allowed. 

Step 2.Call us to complete the form

Call us at the number listed in the Contact Us section for help completing the form.

Step 3.We'll review your request

We'll review your request within two business days and contact you if we need additional information. Once approved, we'll email or mail your permit to you.

Step 1.Decide if you want to plant a tree in a public space

If you request to have a tree planted in the right-of-way near your home, you will be responsible for the care and maintenance (watering, mulching, staking, pruning, etc.) Our tree care guide gives an overview of the type of care you will need to do. 

If you are willing to care for and maintain your street tree, check out our Approved Tree Species List to see which types of trees are allowed. 

Step 2.Complete the Tree Planting Request form

Download the form and print or scan to submit.

Download the Form

Don't have a printer? Don't worry! You can get a printed form at our office.

Step 3.Visit our office

We're located on the first floor of the building address listed in the Contact Us section. 

Step 4.We'll review your form

We'll review your request within two business days and contact you if we need additional information. Once approved, we'll email or mail your permit to you.