Tree Removal Permit

A tree removal permit is required to remove significant trees within the City. A Type B Right-of-Way (ROW) permit is required to remove and replace a tree that is located within the street ROW.

PERMIT APPLICATIONS

A Tree Removal or a Type B ROW Permit Application Form must be submitted online at www.mybuildingpermit.com. 

Sites where development is proposed or anticipated, removal of any trees shall not take place until a permit for construction has been issued. Please see SMC 21.03.070.I.2.b for details. 

• Example Site Plan - Healthy Tree Removal
• Example Site Plan - Unhealthy Tree Removal
• Example Site Plan - Street Tree (Sidewalk against Curb)
• Example Site Plan - Street Tree (Sidewalk and Planting Strip)
• Example Site Plan - Street Tree (No Sidewalk)

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER YOU SUBMIT AN APPLICATION   

• Your application will be screened for acceptance within two business days.
• If accepted, the application will be reviewed within five business days.
• If not accepted, you will receive an email explaining why it was not accepted.
• Once the review is completed, the permit or approval letter will be uploaded to www.mybuildingpermit.com.

Calculate your tree's DBH (Diameter Breast Height)

INFORMATIONAL RESOURCES

Tree Removal Permitting Guide

Tree Removal 101

Tree Removal in the Right-of-Way Guide

Identifying Root Disease Brochure

Can Hazard Trees Be Removed from Critical Areas or Critical Area Buffers?

O2015-395 Tree Regulations Ordinance

Diameter Breast Height (DBH) Calculators