Oak Trees Work Permit (April 1 - October 15)
By ordinance (MGO 23.40(7)), a permit is required to work on any oak within the City of Madison between April 1 and October 15.
This includes private property property trees.
The permit is free.
Contact the Urban Forestry office to begin the process.
Permits are issued on an emergency basis.
A bid for a consultation from a private arborist must be obtained as well.