St. Paul sets tree removal assessment hearings for 2026

Saint Paul file RES 26-778, before the Saint Paul City Council. Passed as of 2026-06-10.

Latest action: Passed

What it does

Your property may be assessed for tree removal costs If the city removes a diseased or dangerous tree from your property during February–April 2026, you will receive notice of a potential assessment to be levied after public hearings scheduled for July 7 and August 19, 2026.

The bigger picture

Property owners share cost of public safety tree work The city recovers tree-removal expenses through individual property assessments rather than general tax revenue, shifting costs from all residents to those whose properties had hazardous trees.

Read the official record for RES 26-778

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