NYCDPR & DOB Tree Planting Services

    Tree Fund–Refundable Deposit Alternative

    Recommended: Tree Planting (Saves 40-45% of Tree Fund Cost)

    NYCDPR gives you the option to plant trees instead of paying into the tree fund.

    Why Choose Professional Tree Planting

    • • Costs 40-45% less than tree fund payments
    • • Obtain NYCDPR signoff
    • • Professional species selection and placement
    • • Full NYCDPR compliance and approvals
    • • Establishment care and warranty included

    Our Services Include:

    • • Site assessment and species recommendation
    • • All permit applications and approvals
    • • Professional tree installation
    • • NYCDPR inspection coordination
    • • One-year establishment guarantee

    Tree Fund Cost

    Payment into the NYC Tree Fund when replacement planting is not feasible

    Manhattan

    $4,000

    per tree required

    Brooklyn

    $3,800

    per tree required

    Queens

    $3,200

    per tree required

    Bronx

    $3,500

    per tree required

    Staten Island

    $2,700

    per tree required

    Our Tree Planting Process

    Site Assessment

    We conduct thorough on-site or off-site location assessments to determine optimal planting conditions, with location ultimately chosen by the Parks Department.

    Species Selection

    We help you receive NYCDPR permits and plant the tree species that meet city requirements and approval standards.

    Professional Planting

    Proper planting depth, soil preparation, and root care ensure your new trees establish successfully and grow healthy for decades to come.

    Establishment Care

    All debris is removed from your property, and the area is cleaned thoroughly. We coordinate with NYCDPR for post-planting inspections and secure your official Parks Department signoff once the inspection is successfully passed.

    NYCDPR Regulatory Compliance

    Street tree planting and replacement requires NYCDPR permits and approval. We handle:

    • • Permit applications and approvals
    • • Species selection from approved lists
    • • Planting inspections and sign-offs
    • • Compliance with city specifications

    Important NYCDPR Requirements:

    • • Species Selection: NYCDPR determines the species to plant for street trees and public areas
    • • Spring Cutoff: Planting must be completed by May cutoff date
    • • Winter Restrictions: No planting during Parks winter moratorium period