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Tree Protection in New Brunswick, NJ (2026)

1 verified tree protection rules for New Brunswick, New Jersey, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Parkway Planting

No shade or ornamental tree or shrub can be planted in a public highway or place in the City of New Brunswick until the shade tree bureau has approved the tree, designated the planting location and granted a permit. Paving and building near street trees also need the bureau's written permission.

New Brunswick NJ Street Tree Planting Permit

Some Restrictions

New Brunswick Municipal Code § 12.32.020

No shade or ornamental tree or shrub is planted in any public highway or place until such tree or shrub has first been approved and the place where it is to be planted designated by the shade tree bureau and a permit granted therefor.