Burton, OH · Geauga County
Tree Work Permit
The Tree Work Permit is for applicants seeking approval from Burton’s Tree Commission to perform specified tree work on village rights-of-way or municipal property.
What this form is
Burton’s Tree Work Permit is filed with the Tree Commission before planting, removing, cutting, or disturbing plants in a village right-of-way or on municipal property. It asks for applicant and contractor contact details, the work location, whether the worker is a certified arborist, and the type and reason for the work. Permits expire six months after approval, and additional work not listed requires a new permit.
Who needs it
Anyone planning to plant, remove, cut, or disturb plants in a Burton right-of-way or on municipal property must file this permit first.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This permit is signed without a notary; the applicant signs and dates it, and the form mentions no sworn or notarized attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download The Permit
Download the Tree Work Permit PDF.
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Complete The Form
Provide applicant and contractor details, the work location, arborist certification status, and the work type and reason.
- 3
Sign And Date
Sign and date the application.
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Submit To The City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Who needs a Burton Tree Work Permit?
- Anyone planting, removing, cutting, or disturbing plants in a village right-of-way or on municipal property must file a permit with the Tree Commission first.
- What information does the Tree Work Permit request?
- The form requests applicant and contractor contact details, the work location, arborist certification status, and the type and reason for the proposed work.
- Do I need a notary for the Tree Work Permit?
- No. The applicant signs and dates this permit; it does not mention a sworn or notarized attachment.
- How do I submit the Tree Work Permit?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.