Tree City USA

How to Write a Municipal Tree Ordinance

Tree City USA Bulletin #9—Sources for More Information

The best way to get additional information about tree ordinances is to look at those in use around the country. Many are now online and available by typing “tree ordinances” into your favorite search engine. Add a city or state name to narrow the search and zero in on places that might be similar to your circumstances.

Helpful Publications

U.S. Landscape Ordinances: An Annotated Reference Handbook by Buck Abbey (1998).

Online Publication

Guidelines for Developing and Evaluating Tree Ordinances by E. Bernhardt and T. Swiecki, California Dept. of Forestry & Fire ProtectionUrban & Community Forestry. Available via Phytosphere Research.

Helpful Link

Visit TreeLink and type “ordinances” into the search box. This will lead you to many helpful references.

More Information

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