Department of Public Works
City Garage
280 Washington Street
Manistee, MI 49660
231.723.7132 (phone)
231.723.1803 (fax)
Tree Trimming/Removal Request
There are occasions when a citizen may wish to request to have a tree located adjacent to their property in the
City right of way trimmed or removed. Trimming of a tree in the right of way requires review by staff.
Removal of a tree requires review by staff and approval by the City of Manistee Tree Commission. Trees
located on private property are the owner’s responsibility.
Please Print
Applicant Information
Name:
Mailing Address:
Phone #:
Cell#:
e-mail:
Narrative
Describe briefly the problem you have with the tree: ___________________________________
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Provide the exact location of the tree in the right of way: ________________________________
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Signature
Signature: _____________________________________________ Date: ____________________
OFFICE USE ONLY
Department of Public Works Review
Tree examined by:
Date examined:
Recommendation:  Cut Trim Leave Alone
Signature: _____________________________________________ Date: ____________________
Tree Commission Review
Tree examined by:
Date examined:
Notes:___________________________________________________________________________
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Approved
Disapproved