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Do you need a tree removal permit in Albany, NY?

Protected trees

We could not confirm this from an official Albany source. Call the city to check.

Street trees

The city's Forestry page says the Forestry Division is responsible for all tree issues on the public right-of-way, including trimming, dead tree removal and stump removal of city-owned trees. We could not open the city code to confirm permit rules for street trees.

Dead or hazardous trees

The Forestry Division lists dead tree removal on the public right-of-way as one of its services. Requests can be sent through the city's online request portal linked from the Forestry page.

How to apply

Call the Department of General Services at 518-427-7480 (the number the Forestry page gives for the tree program), or send a request through the online portal linked on the city Forestry page.

HOA note

HOA rules can be stricter; check yours.

A city permit does not override your HOA. Check your covenants before work starts.

For homeowners

Before a tree comes down in Albany

  • Check the city rule above and call the city if anything is unclear.
  • Ask the tree company who gets the permit and put it in the written quote.
  • Get two or three written quotes from local insured pros.
  • Never cut near power lines. Call the utility for downed lines and 911 if anyone is in danger.

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Albany tree permit questions

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Albany, NY?

We could not confirm a city tree permit rule for Albany. Call the city before removing a large tree. We could not confirm a city tree rule. Call the city's planning or forestry office before removing a large tree. The city's Forestry Division handles trees on the public right-of-way. Our confidence: low. Short explanation, not legal advice.

Can I remove or prune a street tree in front of my house in Albany?

The city's Forestry page says the Forestry Division is responsible for all tree issues on the public right-of-way, including trimming, dead tree removal and stump removal of city-owned trees. We could not open the city code to confirm permit rules for street trees.

Do I need a permit to remove a dead or dangerous tree in Albany?

The Forestry Division lists dead tree removal on the public right-of-way as one of its services. Requests can be sent through the city's online request portal linked from the Forestry page.

How do I apply for a tree permit in Albany?

Call the Department of General Services at 518-427-7480 (the number the Forestry page gives for the tree program), or send a request through the online portal linked on the city Forestry page.

Do HOA rules matter for tree removal in Albany?

HOA rules can be stricter; check yours. Read your HOA covenants or ask the board before work starts.

What should I have ready before I call the city?

Your address, the tree species if you know it, the trunk width measured about 4.5 feet above the ground, photos of the whole tree, and whether it is near the street, a sidewalk or a power line. Ask if a permit is needed and how long it takes.

Will the tree company get the permit for me?

Some do and some do not. Ask before you sign, and get it in writing who applies and who pays the fee. In many places the property owner is the one responsible for following the rules.

Is this page legal advice?

No. It is a short, plain summary of public rules with links to the official sources. For a firm answer on your property, ask the city or a local attorney.

How current is this Albany information?

We last checked it on 26 October 2026 against the official sources listed on this page. City rules change, so check the official source or call the city before work starts.

Can county or state rules apply in Albany too?

Yes, they can. County rules, state rules for things like wetlands or protected species, and utility rules near power lines can apply on top of city rules. If your property is outside city limits, the county rules usually apply instead. Ask the city or county office.

Short explanation, not legal advice. Last checked 26 October 2026.

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