City Tree Information

Public Tree Health & Safety

If you suspect a public/city tree poses a health &/or safety concern, please report it using Problem Reporter. As per city ordinance, no person shall plant, spray, perform major pruning, remove or otherwise disturb any public tree without written permission issued by the Director of Parks and Recreation or their designated representative. 

Tree Protection Zone

When excavation/construction is planned to take place within 50 feet of a public tree, these guidelines are to be followed and a Public Tree Impact form completed and submitted to the Parks and Recreation Department at least 2 working days prior to excavation or construction.  Excavation and building permits will not be issued until this application has been approved. The Parks and Recreation Department may complete a site visit prior to approval and will process the application within 2 working days of receipt.  Notice of approval will be provided to the Project Manager and other corresponding city departments.

Cost Share Adopt-A-Tree Program

The City of Whitefish has created an Adopt-A-Tree Cost Share Program for the purpose of enhancing the tree inventory within our community. The program offers a unique collaboration between the homeowner and the City of Whitefish. The City and property owner will each share 50% of the initial cost of a boulevard tree to be planted by the City of Whitefish. The tree will be properly irrigated by the property owner for the first 3 years of the life of the tree. The City will provide a 20-gallon water bag for the first 3 years to minimize the efforts in performing this task and to maximize the use of water resources. The bag will be returned to the City at the end of the three years. 

Should you wish to participate in the Adopt-A-Tree Cost Share Program, please complete the application form below, and return to the City of Whitefish Parks & Recreation Department for review and consideration.

Memorial Tree & Bench Program

Honor a loved one with a memorial tree or bench, or by adding a memorial plaque to an existing tree or bench in a city park. Please complete the application below and return to the City of Whitefish Parks & Recreation Department.