Forestry Division

Report tree problems and high weeds and grass, tree inventory, compost, ash borer information

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Compost Section Vegetation Section Tree Section

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Compost Section
Learn about the Forestry Division's compost operations, location, and Residential Yard Waste Drop Off services.

Forestry Vegetation
Learn about regulations and guidance relating to weeds, native plants, and other vegetation on properties in the City.

Tree Section
The Forestry Division Tree Section is responsible for planting, pruning, removing street and parks trees, and code enforcement

Commissioner

Alan Jankowski
Commissioner of Forestry
(314) 613-7205
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Services

Find Forestry Services or report problems to CSB or check the status of a service request.

Apply for a Tree Permit to Maintain Individuals who directly or indirectly perform maintenance on any City Tree must obtain a permit to maintain. Service Page
Free Firewood for City Residents The City of St. Louis Department of Parks, Recreation and Forestry offers free firewood to the residents from the second week in November to the first week in March. Service Page
Locate Compost and Wood Chips Pick Up Sites Find locations where City of St. Louis residents can pick up compost and wood chips at no cost. Service Page
Locate Compost Drop Off Learn about the composting service, drop off location, and schedule. Service Page
Locate Residential Yard Waste Drop Off Location and schedule for City of St. Louis residents who need to dispose of residential yard waste. Service Page
Make a Payment to the Forestry Division Instructions to make a payment to the Forestry Division for fees and fines and/or other charges. Service Page
Participate in the Tree-Membrance Program Information about the City of St. Louis Forestry Division's Tree-Membrance Program - donate or dedicate a tree in a City park in memory of or in honor of a person or event Service Page
Report a Problem with a City Tree Report problems with trees on residential streets between the sidewalk and the curb, or trees in city parks. Service Page
Report Property Vegetation Problems Report weeds, high grass or debris on vacant properties, or request inspection of occupied properties. Service Page
Request Planting of a New Tree Request that a tree be planted on City property in easements in front of houses. Service Page