Skokie's forestry program protects mature and significant trees throughout the village. Large-diameter trees, historically important specimens, and canopy trees receive enhanced protection during construction and development review.
While Skokie does not maintain a formal 'Heritage Tree' registry, its forestry program protects significant trees — typically those with trunks exceeding specified diameters at breast height — particularly on public property and during development review. The Village's development regulations require a tree inventory and preservation plan for construction projects affecting mature trees. Protected species and large specimens are identified during plan review, and construction must respect critical root zones with tree-protection fencing during work. Removal of significant trees triggers replacement requirements, typically at a ratio based on the diameter removed. The Village's parkway planting program and Arbor Day celebrations reflect its long-standing commitment to urban canopy, with thousands of street trees managed by the Forestry Division.
Damaging or removing protected significant trees: $1,000-$5,000 plus restoration costs and replacement planting obligations.
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