In Portland, Oregon, homeowners must obtain permits to remove fallen storm-damaged trees from their properties, with the city considering tree health and neighborhood character in decisions.

In Portland, Oregon, homeowners are now required to get permits to remove trees that have fallen on their houses during recent winter storms. The City of Portland is known for its urban forest, with over 4 million trees. Despite this, homeowners are required to apply for a city permit to cut down trees, and in some cases, the Urban Forestry division has turned down applications, citing the trees' health and the damage their removal would do to the "neighborhood character."

January 30, 2024
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