A tree permit may be required to remove a tree on your property. Please refer to our Tree Removal Process flow chart (pdf).
Tree permits are NOT required for Ash trees, dead trees, orchard style fruit trees, or trees under eight inches in diameter (unless it is in a designated woodland area). If you unsure about the viability, size or type of tree you have, call the Planning Department. If your tree does not fall under any of these categories, request a permit by either calling (248) 796-4156 or submitting a Tree Removal Application form (pdf). If calling, leave your name, address, phone number, number of trees for possible removal, location of trees and reasons for removal. Staff will inspect within two days and you will receive a written response in the mail. We require removal by a City licensed tree contractor. You may use our list of Licensed Tree Contractors (pdf). If you wish to use a tree contractor that IS NOT on our approved list, please have them register with the City Clerk’s Office. The Clerk's Office can be reached at (248) 796-5150.
Completed Tree Removal Applications (pdf) may be sent via:
FAX: Attn: Noreen Kozlowski, Landscape Design Coordinator
(248) 796-4105; or
E-MAIL: As an attachment to nkozlowski@cityofsouthfield.com; or
U.S. MAIL: City of Southfield Planning Department
Attn: Noreen Kozlowski
26000 Evergreen Road
Southfield, MI 48076
For additional information on the tree removal process, contact Noreen Kozlowski, landscape design coordinator, at (248) 796-4156 or via e-mail at nkozlowski@cityofsouthfield.com.