What does the Protected Private Tree Permit Application do?

It requests a permit to remove a tree at least 4 inches in diameter or protect a tree of that size affected by proposed construction activity.

What should I include with the tree permit application?

Attach a copy of your property plat of survey or provide a sketch showing the approximate locations of affected trees. Use additional sheets if more than five trees are affected.

Do I need a notary for the Protected Private Tree Permit Application?

No. This application is signed without a notary by the applicant and property owner; it identifies no sworn or notarized attachment.

How do I submit the Protected Private Tree Permit Application?

Return the completed application and a property survey copy or sketch to the Building and Zoning Department, 69 South Circle Avenue, Port Barrington, IL 60010.

Port Barrington, IL · McHenry County

No notary required

Application for Protected Private Tree Permit

Property owners or applicants use this application to request a permit for regulated tree removal or tree protection during proposed construction activity.

What this form is

This application requests a permit to remove a tree at least 4 inches in diameter or to protect a tree of that size affected by proposed construction. It asks for applicant and property owner details, an explanation of the activity, and information about affected trees. Include a property survey copy or sketch showing tree locations; the village may require replacement trees if it approves the application.

Who needs it

Applicants seeking to remove a tree at least 4 inches in diameter or protect one affected by proposed construction activity should file this application.

How to submit it

Return the completed application and a property survey copy or sketch showing the affected trees to the Building and Zoning Department, 69 South Circle Avenue, Port Barrington, IL 60010.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the applicant and property owner sign the application, and no sworn or notarized attachment is identified.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Protected Private Tree Permit Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Provide applicant and property owner details, explain the proposed activity, and list the affected trees.
3
Gather Attachments
Attach a property plat of survey or sketch showing affected tree locations; use additional sheets if more than five trees are affected.
4
Return It To The Department
Return the application and attachment to the Building and Zoning Department at 69 South Circle Avenue, Port Barrington, IL 60010.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Protected Private Tree Permit Application do?: It requests a permit to remove a tree at least 4 inches in diameter or protect a tree of that size affected by proposed construction activity.
What should I include with the tree permit application?: Attach a copy of your property plat of survey or provide a sketch showing the approximate locations of affected trees. Use additional sheets if more than five trees are affected.
Do I need a notary for the Protected Private Tree Permit Application?: No. This application is signed without a notary by the applicant and property owner; it identifies no sworn or notarized attachment.
How do I submit the Protected Private Tree Permit Application?: Return the completed application and a property survey copy or sketch to the Building and Zoning Department, 69 South Circle Avenue, Port Barrington, IL 60010.

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