Hazard or Emergency Tree Removal

A tree on private property may be cut without a tree permit in an emergency situation involving immediate danger to life or property. The Land Use and Planning Division should be informed of the impending removal and a permit must be applied for within 14 days of the removal. The application shall include documentation of the imminent threat to life or property, ideally in the form of a report by a qualified arborist, but at least in the form of photographs that clearly depict the threat.

Please see the definition in our Frequently Asked Questions for additional information. For information about how to obtain Tree Permits on Private Property click here.

NOTE: The Land Use and Planning Division does not provide general tree consulting services.  Residents that need a detailed assessment about the condition or quality of trees on their private property should contact a certified arborist via The International Society of Arboriculture.