It is an opportunity for City staff to help by providing information on how to properly prune the tree. It is also to make sure pruning/removal is done safely.
A tree removal or pruning permit is required when:
major pruning (more than 20%) or removal of a tree listed on Forest Grove Register of Significant Trees.
major pruning or removal of a street tree planted in the public right-of-way or parkway adjacent to a front yard.
trees six inches in diameter or greater or Oregon white oak trees three inches in diameter or greater on developable land.