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Tree Protection in Aurora, CO (2026)

2 verified tree protection rules for Aurora, Colorado, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Tree Removal Permits

Aurora regulates tree removal under Chapter 138 of the City Code, with permit requirements for street trees and protected trees on development sites, and replacement standards that support canopy goals across new and existing neighborhoods.

Aurora Tree Removal Requirements

Some Restrictions

Tree Ordinances

Aurora regulates street trees and public right-of-way trees through Forestry; private residential trees are largely owner-managed but subject to nuisance rules.

Tree Protection: Tree Ordinances

Some Restrictions

Looking for Arapahoe County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Aurora city rules.

Tree Protection in Arapahoe County