The City of Wood Dale understands the importance of a well maintained urban canopy. Trees help to conserve energy, remove carbon emissions, protect rivers and streams, provide a habitat for wildlife, and increase property value.  

Trees located within the City right-of-way are owned and maintained by the City of Wood Dale.  The right-of-way is an imaginary line extending from the center line of the road (typically 33' in both directions) where the City has the right to install and maintain infrastructure. 

If a parkway tree appears to be dying or diseased, please contact the Department of Public Works at (630) 350-3530. A certified arborist will examine the tree and make a recommendation for treatment or removal. A replacement tree(s) will only be planted in the parkway if there is space available and not in a prohibited location.  Only City-approved trees may be planted in parkways.   

For more information on spacing and prohibited locations, please see the City Ordinance on Planting Parkway Trees in Sec. 6.705.   

Systematic trimming and pruning shall be carried out in accordance with the pruning standards of the National Arborists Association.  Contact the Department of Public Works at (630) 350-3530 if a parkway tree is overhanging and is in need of trimming.     

Visit us. The Public Works Building  is located at 790 N Central Ave, and open during normal business hours, Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 

Call us at (630) 350-3530