Forestry FAQ

Q: A tree fell on to my property during the last storm, who's responsible for removing the tree from my property?

A: Depending on where the tree lies.  If the tree is rooted on your property then the responsiblity would lie on the property owner.  However, if the tree is on city property it would be up to the city to remove the tree from your property.  For further information please call the 311 Service Center by dialing 311 or click on the following link for additional information www.springfieldcityhall.com/Park/forestry.0.html

or you may enter a request using the phone Springfield 311 phone app or visti our website and enter a request.