Tree Protection in Buffalo, NY (2026)
1 verified tree protection rules for Buffalo, New York, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Parkway Planting
Buffalo requires trees to be planted on the public right-of-way strip between the sidewalk and curb in front of each lot, spaced no more than 30 feet apart. Trees must be certified nursery stock, have trunks at least 6 feet above the ground, and be guaranteed for two growing seasons.
Tree Protection: Parkway Planting
Some RestrictionsBuffalo City Code § 467-8
§ 467-8. Trees and development. B. Specifications. (1) On public property between the sidewalk and the curb, trees shall be planted and shall be spaced not more than 30 feet apart, depending on the tree variety used. The tree(s) shall be centered between the walk and the curb and shall be spaced to maximize the number of trees planted on the property. The types of trees to be planted will be as...
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