McHenry Tree Removal Permits and Ordinance

Yes. But under some conditions.

It is not all the time that you will be required to get a permit to remove trees from your private property in McHenry county.

However, if your trees are among the protected trees then you need a permit.

Protected trees include the endangered trees, heritage trees, significant trees, and public trees.

Oaks are some of the most endangered trees in McHenry county.

Here is a link on protected oak trees in McHenry.

https://files.mccdistrict.org//research/Oaks%20of%20McHenry%20County.pdf

Yes.  It is possible to plant trees on public streets in McHenry. The county gives its residents a chance to apply for a permit that will help them plant trees along the right of way and other areas on public property.

However, in case you make the application and get a permit, then you have to maintain the trees as well.

Yes. It is possible to remove public trees in McHenry

All you have to do is apply for a permit from the county.

You have to make sure that you provide as many details as possible showing why you want to remove the said trees, the tree details such as species, and location.

Yes. The county of McHenry removes trees but under specific conditions. These conditions include the following.

• When a tree is dead
• In case a tree is either infested or diseased such that it poses a threat to the public or other trees.
• When the trees in question are blocking or obstructing traffic or traffic lights.
• In case such trees are interfering with the provision of public utilities such as electricity, gas, water or cable tv.
• When the county has authorized a development.
• In case the need to remove the said trees will provide a better environment for other trees according to forestry standards.