Frequently Asked Questions

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  • Apply for a complimentary 30 gallon container-grown tree from the Tree Trust. Trees will be planted (only in the area between the street and sidewalk), staked, mulched and fertilized. Deadline for this year's planting is November 28. Fill out a Tree Trust Application to begin the process.
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  • Yes, an application must be submitted to remove any tree. Once the Urban Forester inspects the site, a permit will be required under the circumstances outlined in the following resource.

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  • You must first fill out a tree removal application. See the tree removal resource for more information.

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  • City regulations require that all trees to be removed be evaluated to determine replacement inches. The evaluation determines the amount of inches that must be replaced. 

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  • No permit is required for normal pruning of trees. If more than 30% of existing tree foliage is to be removed, a permit may be required. It is recommended to have a professional tree service perform tree pruning.
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  • Yes, you have the right to prune branches hanging into your property. However, you do not have the right to damage the tree (incorrect pruning or removing more than 30% of the tree's foliage). It is highly recommended that you discuss your intentions with the neighbor before any pruning occurs to prevent misunderstandings or accusations of damage or trespass.
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  • No, city regulations state that the property owner is responsible for the maintenance of trees in the right of way. The local utility company, CenterPoint Energy, prunes trees that conflict with certain power lines.
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  • Fill out an application. Tree Trust Applications are available online and at the Development Services Office. Normally trees are planted once a year around December or January. Trees are planted on a first-come basis depending on the amount of funds available in the account.
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  • No, only one tree per household.

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  • No, the forester cannot act as a consultant to residents. Please contact a professional tree service or consulting urban forester.
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