Refuse and recycling carts at the curb
Streets & Urban Forestry

  1. Drop-off Sites Closed on July 4, 2026; No Changes for Trash & Recycling Schedule

    Drop-off sites closed on Saturday, 7/4/26 for the 4th of July holiday. 

    Sites reopen on Monday, July 6. 

    No changes to curbside collection schedules.

  2. Recycling Survey

    Help us help you recycle better by taking our recycling survey.

    And, maybe test your recycling knowledge with our brief recycling quiz.

Permits and Applications

  • Urban Forestry Land Use Development Forms

    Two forms are on this page for your reference.  These forms should also be included in packets you received from Planning.

    • Land Use Application, Street Tree Report
    • Moving a Building, Street Tree form

  • Seasonal Street Tree Lighting Permit

    In order for residents and businesses to add temporary lighting to a street tree, they must obtain a Seasonal Street Tree Lighting Permit.

    Primarily this is used by businesses along the State Street mall area.

  • Work on Oak Trees (April 1 to October 15)

    By city ordinance, a permit is required to work on any oak tree in Madison between April 1 and October 15.

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