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.
Yes, but it could take up to 9 years. The Parks Department is no longer accepting individual requests for street trees. Instead, they are planting on a neighborhood-by-neighborhood basis, on a 9 year cycle. Priority is given to heat-vulnerable areas first. Talk to us to get a tree planted in less than 5 months.
Because each project is unique, our prices are clearly quoted after a member of our team evaluates the site conditions and your needs. Some of the services we provide are eligible for reimbursement from NYC.
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 to add a bit more greenery and function to your streetscape.
Though street trees are located on city property, the city is only able to provide limited services for them, often with long wait times. NYC strongly encourages all residents and businesses to take charge of protecting their street trees and ensuring safety and cleanliness of tree pits through regular maintenance.
With few exceptions, property owners are responsible for ensuring safe conditions of their sidewalks and tree pits. Dangers include lifted and uneven paving, stumps, flimsy fencing and other tripping hazards. Visit this page for your complete obligations.
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 for your street tree project, we encourage you to make a donation.
Trees have a tangible monetary value! When a public tree has been removed or severely damaged, the responsible party must provide restitution. Rather than paying a hefty penalty, you can plant replacement trees. Restitution planting saves you money and benefits the surrounding community.
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