Tree Work on Private Property

Hazardous Tree Removal and Vegetation Restoration Approval Request

Select this application to get approval to remove a hazardous tree and/or for vegetation restoration on private property.
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SDCI Tree Public Notice

Select this application to create the required tree public notice for major pruning or removal work on private property. A Tree Public Notice must be posted at least 3 days prior to performing the tree work.

The tree public notice requirement does not apply to any tree work in an Environmentally Critical Area or the removal of a hazardous tree or tree part. SDCI authorization may be needed prior to work on those trees; see the link below.

The tree public notice requirement does not apply to major pruning or removal of trees equal to or less than 6-inches Diameter Standard Height (DSH).
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Apply to become a SDCI Registered Tree Service Provider

Select this application to apply for the SDCI Tree Service Provider Registry; registration is required to perform tree services on private property. Failure to register, or receiving two violation notices, will prevent a tree service provider from being eligible to conduct business in Seattle for one year.
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Tree Work in the Public Right of Way

Tree – Plant/Prune/Remove Permit

Select this application if you are proposing planting, pruning, removing, or replacing a tree in the public right-of-way or planting strip.
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Note that if you are proposing removal of a street tree, you must also post a Tree Removal notice for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
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Annual Vehicle Application

Select this application to apply for an Annual Vehicle Permit, which is required to operate equipment in the public right-of-way.
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Apply to become a SDOT Registered Tree Service Provider

Visit the SDOT Tree Service Provider Registry website to find information about the program and to apply to be a SDOT Registered Tree Service Provider; registration is required to perform tree services in the public right of way.

Approved Tree Service Providers & Tree Information

Find a SDCI Registered Tree Service Provider

View the list of SDCI registered tree service providers. The City of Seattle requires that all tree work on private property, including removal, major pruning, or consulting services must be conducted by a SDCI registered tree service provider.

Find a SDOT Registered Tree Service Provider

View the list of SDOT registered tree service providers. The City of Seattle requires that all tree work in the public right-of-way, including removal or major pruning must be conducted by a SDOT registered tree service provider.

Trees for Seattle

Visit the Trees for Seattle website to find information about the City of Seattle’s urban forestry efforts.