Get STREET TREE CUT PERMIT APPLICATION - Canby Oregon

Private Trees: Generally a removal permit is needed for trees 12 inches diameter at 4.5 feet tall (DBH) and larger. More information on removing trees on private property. More information on private tree replacement criteria.

How Much Does It Cost to Remove a Tree? Taking down a tree in Portland will cost residents between $504 and $706, with an average quote of $605 for the job.

Before planting a tree on a City street (right-of-way), you need to obtain a planting permit. The permit is free and includes an on-site inspection. Before purchasing your tree, call Urban Forestry at 503-823-TREE (8733) to request your planting permit and schedule a free on-site inspection.

Call BDS at 823-7526 If you still need help determining whether you need a permit to remove trees on private property, call Urban Forestry at 503-823-TREE (8733) or email trees@portlandoregon.gov.

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.

Call BDS at 823-7526 If you still need help determining whether you need a permit to remove trees on private property, call Urban Forestry at 503-823-TREE (8733) or email trees@portlandoregon.gov.

What happens if I do not get a permit? You could be subject to fines up to $1,000 per tree or $100 per inch in diameter in Portland even if the arborist never told you, you needed a permit.

Complete the Tree Removal & Replanting Permit Application and submit it to Urban Forestry along with the $35 application fee. Make checks out to City of Portland.