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Request a Street Tree

Parks & Recreation plants street trees, free-of-charge, on sidewalks in front of homes, apartment buildings, and businesses in all five boroughs.

Fill out our Online Form.

Trees are planted on a first-come, first-serve basis. As the availability of trees, number of requests, and length of planting season is different each planting season, not all requests can be filled immediately. There may be up to one year's wait before a request is fulfilled. Please be aware that obstacles such as underground utilities, low wires, building entrances, and light posts may prevent a new tree from being planted.

Please note:
By submitting a street tree request, you affirm that the address/phone #/email address provided is correct. If a Parks Forester is unable to contact you through the information provided, the planting request will be voided.

If you wish to plant sooner, you may do so at your own expense by planting your own street tree. The tree planting seasons run roughly from March 15 to May 15 and from October 15 to December 15.

If you have further questions or need additional information, please call the Street Tree Planting Office at (718) 760-6794.