City of Wood Dale, IL

The City of Wood Dale understands the importance of a well maintained urban canopy. Trees help to conserve energy, remove carbon emissions, protect rivers and streams, provide a habitat for wildlife, and increase property value.  

Trees located within the City right-of-way are owned and maintained by the City of Wood Dale.  The right-of-way is an imaginary line extending from the center line of the road (typically 33' in both directions) where the City has the right to install and maintain infrastructure. 

Systematic trimming and pruning shall be carried out in accordance with the pruning standards of the National Arborists Association.  Contact the Department of Public Works if a parkway tree is overhanging and is in need of trimming. 

If a parkway tree appears to be dying or diseased, a certified arborist will examine the tree and make a recommendation for treatment or removal. A replacement tree will only be planted in the parkway if there is space available and not in a prohibited location.  Only City-approved trees may be planted in parkways.   

For more information on spacing and prohibited locations, please see the City Code.

Planting of parkway trees is performed annually by the Public Works Department typically by resident request. An arborist shall review the site for suitability and make a recommendation for approval. Plantings are typically performed in the fall when weather is more stable. Please note the Public Works Department has final say on the species and location of all parkway plantings, and per City Code, no one shall plant public trees except as authorized by the Director of Public Works.

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Questions?  Contact the Public Works Department at (630) 350-3530 or via email at pwadmin@wooddale.com.