Why should I improve my street tree and tree bed?

A great street tree and tree pit can help grow your property value, minimize liability, reduce energy consumption, improve air quality, reduce storm water run-off and support the emotional well-being of neighborhood residents and retail customers.

Though street trees are located on public property, the city is only able to provide limited services for them, often with long wait times. NYC strongly encourages residents and businesses to take charge of protecting their street trees and ensuring safety and cleanliness of their street tree beds.

No. Though we encourage you to inform and collaborate with the owners of the property nearest a tree pit, it is not required. Any interested party can hire NYC Tree Pit Services to beautify or maintain any street tree or tree pit.

We install tree guards fabricated from recycled plastic, steel and wood. Choose from more than 30 popular designs or talk to us to create a new look that reflects your personal style. We also create integrated seating and planters. 

NYC Parks Tree Time is an initiative that shares our mission of greening New York City. It aims to protect, preserve and enhance New York City's trees in parks, streets and forests. If you are seeking a more tax-effective option, we encourage you to make a donation to the program.

Trees have a substantial monetary value! When a public tree is removed or has been severely damaged, the responsible party may save money by planting replacement trees nearby rather than paying a hefty penalty. Restitution planting is a win for both owners and the surrounding community.