FAQs • Cleveland Heights, OH • CivicEngage

There is a tree limb on my tree lawn that is touching a power / other utility line. Can Forestry help?: If the limb is on a wire, call the Illuminating Company at 800-589-3101.

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1. I do not have a tree on my tree lawn. How can I get one?: Residents who do not have a tree on the tree lawn in front of their house are eligible for a new tree planting. Please call 216-691-7300 or email the Forestry Division to request a tree planting, trimming, or removal on your tree lawn.

2. There is no tree on my tree lawn and I prefer it that way. Will a tree be planted anyway?: If you do not want a new tree to be planted on the tree lawn in front of your house, contact the Forestry Division at 216-691-7300 or Email the Forestry Division to let them know.

3. The tree on my tree lawn looks like it is dying. What can be done?: Contact Forestry at 216-691-7300 or Email the Forestry Division. An arborist will examine it to determine if it needs to be trimmed or removed.

4. There is a tree on my tree lawn, but I don't want it. May I cut it down or remove it myself?: No! Trees on tree lawns are on public property. If the tree is diseased, Forestry will remove the tree. Healthy trees will not be removed. If you cut down or remove a tree that is on public property, you may be cited and fined.

5. Trees on my front lawn and in my back yard need to be trimmed or removed. Can the Forestry Division help me with this?: No. Trees that are on private property are the responsibility of the property owner. Please contact a private tree service company.

6. There is a tree limb blocking the sidewalk, street or driveway apron. Can Forestry help?

If the limb is from a City tree or tree lawn tree, and is blocking the sidewalk, driveway or driveway apron, Forestry will remove it. Call 216-691-7300 or Email the Forestry Division.

If the limb is from a tree on private property, the homeowner is responsible for clearing the area.