Tree Protection in Minnesota (2026)
4 rules on the books across Minnesota, 3 cities and counties. Select a rule to read the full details.
Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions
Heritage & Protected Trees
Extra protections for old, large, or historically significant trees, including the penalties for removing them without approval.
Maple Grove
Significant RestrictionsMaple Grove's city council can designate individual trees as protected landmark trees for unique physical, historical…
Read full rule →Woodbury
Some RestrictionsWoodbury protects two tiers of trees by size. City Code Sec. 27-39 defines a 'Significant tree' by minimum diameter or…
Read full rule →Protected Tree Species
Specific native species (oak, sycamore, walnut, juniper) protected by city ordinance, diameter thresholds, removal permits, and replacement ratios.
Parkway Planting
Permits and rules for planting in the parkway strip between sidewalk and curb, including approved species lists and Bureau of Street Services standards.