Parks and Open Space Department Forestry Division 303.739.7177 parks@auroragov.org
			The City of Aurora’s Forestry Division manages and maintains all city-owned trees, enforces regulations related to all trees regardless of their location, and provides helpful information about trees in general. Forestry Division brochure. Homeowners – make sure that tree service company is licensed & insured! 2009 Licensed Arborists Received a “Notice of Violation” for your tree? Remedy Options Has recibido un “Aviso de Violacion?” Averigue sus opciones de remedio
Aurora supports the Million Tree Initiative! Log-on to register your new tree. Worried About Watering? Aurora’s recommended Xeriscape Tree List
Trees in Aurora fall into two categories:
“City-owned trees” are those that are within parks, open space, golf courses, in the center median along streets, and in some neighborhoods along the sides of streets.
	Celebration or Memorial Trees City Street Tree Planting City Street Tree Maintenance
“Private trees” are those that are planted on private property, whether residential, commercial or industrial.
	Disposing of tree and other types of yard debris Hiring a private tree service or arborist Tree safety issues on private property
		Tree Tips: Tree Inspections Wood Chip Mulch Xeriscape Information
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. How do I dispose of a tree or shrub that I have removed from my yard? Locations and tips on disposing of tree or shrub debris. 2. I would like to honor a friend, relative, or special date, is there a way I can plant a tree in a park or open space? “Celebration and Memorial Trees”. 3. I have a tree that needs to be removed, who should I hire? Tips to keep in mind when hiring a tree care professional. 4. When the city removes a tree and chips it up, what do they do with the mulch? Information about obtaining mulch from the City. 5. My neighbor’s tree is falling down into my yard, what should I do? We’ve provided information on dealing with your neighbors tree. 6. How do I know if the tree in front of my house is a “city street tree”? All you want to know about city street tree planting and maintenance.