Tree Ordinances

Tree Preservation Ordinance and Standards

The tree preservation ordinance establishes minimum standards for tree preservation and mitigation of environmental impacts resulting from tree removal. The tree standards highlight important aspects of the requirements for tree preservation, removal, replacement, and shade tree pest management.  

• Tree Ordinance
• Tree Standards (PDF)
• Woodlot Alteration Permit (PDF) (required for removal of significant trees on a vacant lot when there is no other land use permit required, such as a grading or building permit for a new house constructed on a vacant lot)

Other Tree & Woodland Ordinances

Several city ordinances help protect and preserve public and private trees and woodlands in Maplewood:

• Burning: Chapter 20, Article II, Section 20-38 addresses recreational fires and burning in the city. Small recreational campfires are permitted with some restrictions.
• Firewood: Chapter 18, Article II, Division 1. Section 18-33 (22) describes storage requirements for firewood. It prohibits storage of diseased firewood. 
• Sight Obstructions and Intersections: Chapter 32, Article VII addresses trees, shrubs and other objects that interfere with sight lines at intersections.

State Regulations

To help slow the spread of emerald ash borer, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture has established quarantined counties. For more information, visit their Emerald Ash Borer Quarantine page.