Des Moines, WA · King County
Tree Permit Application
The Tree Permit Application identifies trees proposed for removal or pruning and provides property and ownership information for property owners or applicants seeking city review.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Use this application to request a permit for trees proposed for removal or pruning. It asks for the tree address, parcel number, applicant information, a site plan, and details about each tree, including its species, size, location, and reason for the work. Property owners also provide an ownership statement and hold harmless agreement. The form notes that additional permitting may be required for trees in critical areas.
Who needs it
Property owners or their authorized applicants seeking city review of proposed tree removal or pruning should complete this application and provide the requested property and tree details.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes an acknowledgment block; the property owner(s) empowered to execute the application sign before a commissioned online notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Tree Permit Application from the City of Des Moines.
- 2
Fill In The Form
Enter property and applicant details, draw the site plan, and list each tree proposed for removal or pruning.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary and have your identification and completed form ready.
- 4
Sign On Video
The property owner or owners sign the acknowledgment when instructed during the video session.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the notarized application and supporting information to the City of Des Moines.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Des Moines. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the Tree Permit Application notarized online?
- Complete the application, then book with a commissioned online notary. The property owner or owners sign during a video session, and can submit the completed form to the city.
- Do I need to notarize the Tree Permit Application?
- The form includes a notary acknowledgment for the property owner or owners empowered to execute it. Confirm with the city or town if unsure whether notarization is required for your submission.
- Can I sign the application before my online notary appointment?
- Wait to sign the acknowledgment until the notary instructs you during the video session. Have identification and the completed application available for the appointment.
- What information does the tree permit application ask for?
- It requests property and applicant details, a site plan showing trees and site features, and information about each tree proposed for removal or pruning.