Tree Protection in Blaine, MN (2026)

Tree Removal Permits

Blaine requires tree preservation for building/development sites, not for routine removals at established homes. A Forestry Evaluation must be submitted with a building permit if there are tree clumps or trees greater than 8 inches in diameter on the lot, unless all trees are over 50 feet from construction. Significant trees removed or fatally damaged must be replaced on-site or paid into the City Restoration Fund, with $300 escrow per replacement tree.