CITY OF ALBANY

NEIGHBORHOOD PORTAL

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: TREES (FORESTRY)

The following questions are the most frequently asked regarding trees and the forestry division. If the answer you are searching for does not appear on this page, please send us your questions below.

 

*Only questions regarding policies, procedures, or programs. No individual requests or complaints.


Tree Trimming and Tree & Stump Removal

Who owns the trees in front of my house?
What do I do if the tree in front of house needs to be inspected?
How do you know if a tree is on Public or Private property?
What if a tree straddles ROW/Property lines?
Do I need a permit to prune, plant or remove a tree with the right of way?
Can anyone perform work on trees in the right-of-way?
Do I need a permit to plant a tree if I am participating in the City’s Tree planting program?
Will the City remove a tree if its roots are affecting my sewer system?

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