These documents will help you plan for and maintain street and yard trees in Philadelphia.
You can get a yard tree, a street tree, or learn more about Parks & Recreation’s TreePhilly program.
| Name | Description | Released | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Builders guide to planting street trees PDF | Guide to required development plan review procedures for builders | November 15, 2017 | |
| City of Philadelphia approved street tree list PDF | List of approved street trees, organized by size. | May 18, 2023 | |
| City of Philadelphia heritage tree list PDF | List of heritage trees that may not be removed without special exception approval. Revised August 27, 2013. | August 27, 2013 | |
| City of Philadelphia invasive species list PDF | Information about replacement of invasive trees removed from development sites. | September 23, 2021 | |
| Tree planting or maintenance request form PDF | Use this form to request a tree or tree maintenance. | June 17, 2021 | |
| Yard tree planting and care PDF | A detailed guide on how to plant and care for your yard tree | November 21, 2017 | |
| 2014 Green Streets Design Manual PDF | Design standards and guidance for developers building green stormwater infrastructure. | May 4, 2016 |