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The Burien City Council adopted new tree regulations to protect trees on private property in Burien during their October 3, 2022 meeting.
The protection of trees on private properties in Burien is important for many reasons. Studies show that trees help clean air, reduce the effects of global climate change, reduce stress, increase economic activity, increase property values, and make our community more attractive.
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Background Information
Adopted Tree Code Amendments
Draft Tree Code Revisions
- Read the August 25, 2022 tree regulations public review draft
- Read the residential tree permit flow chart
- Read about how the proposed code would impact residential tree removal and replacement
- Read about how to calculate tree credits on residential properties
- Read about how the proposed code would impact tree protection, removal, and replacement during development
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Last Updated: February 16, 2023