Boise regulates tree removal through its Development Code and the Boise Urban Forestry program. Trees in the public right-of-way require city permission for removal. Development projects must comply with tree preservation standards in the landscaping section of the code (Section 11-04-09).
Trees in the public right-of-way are managed by the city's Urban Forestry division and cannot be removed without city approval. A permit is required for pruning or removing any street tree. On private property, tree removal during development must comply with the landscaping standards in Section 11-04-09, which encourage retention of existing mature trees. Trees removed during development may need to be replaced. The city maintains a recommended tree list through the Treasure Valley Tree Selection Guide. Development projects must show existing trees on site plans and identify which will be preserved or removed.
Unauthorized removal of public street trees can result in fines and required replacement at the property owner's expense. Tree damage during construction may result in stop-work orders and required mitigation. Development projects that fail to preserve required trees may not receive approval.
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