Tree Removal Permit Application

All residents proposing to remove trees or shrubs greater than 1.5" in diameter must complete a Tree Removal Permit Application.

The Tree & Woodland Protection Ordinance sets limits on how much woodland can be removed from a lot, controls the removal of desirable native trees, and encourages the removal of harmful invasive species. The ordinance also prohibits removal of any layer of protected woodland for development or landscaping purposes. The Woodland Delineation Map for each lot in the Village was completed in 2017 and should be referenced prior to performing any work on your property. No more than 20% of the existing protected woodland (as delineated by the Village) on a lot can be removed.

The Tree Removal Permit Application Fee will be determined by the Village Ecologist, upon reviewing your application and can be paid by credit card over the phone. A 3% service charge will be applied for all credit card payments. A check written out to the "Village of Riverwoods" can also be dropped off or mailed to the Village Hall.

If you wish to print and fill this application out by hand, please click here.

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This form is being filled out by: *

Property Owner Information

Property Address *

Name of Owner *

Phone # of Owner *

Email Address of Owner *

Contractor's Information

Contractor's Company Name

Contractor's Contact Name

Contractor's Phone #

Contractor's Email Address

Who will be performing tree removal? *

Tree Removal Contractor's Certificate of Insurance *

If you are using a certified tree removal contractor to perform the work on your property, please upload their Certificate of Insurance.
Files must be less than 5 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Tree(s) Location *

Please upload a map, marking location(s) of all trees to be removed on lot & mark tree with paint or ribbon (required). You can upload a plat of survey, a hand-drawing, etc.
Files must be less than 8 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Tree #1 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree #1 Photo

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #2 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree #2 Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #3 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree #3 Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #4 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree #4 Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #5 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree #5 Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #6 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree #6 Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #7 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree #7 Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #8 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree #8 Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #9 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree #9 Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #10 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree #10 Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #11 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree #11 Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #12 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #13 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #14 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #15 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #16 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #17 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #18 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #19 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Tree #20 Removal Information

Species (Common Name)

DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) inches

Tree Condition *

Reason for Removal *

Tree Photo *

Please include an image of the proposed tree(s) for removal.
Files must be less than 10 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf.

Do you have additional trees you would like to remove? *

Additional Comments from Homeowner or Contractor

Tree Removal Permit Application

Contact Information