Tigard Clarifies Responsibilities for Fallen Tree Cleanup and Damages on Private and City Property

The city has just clarified who is responsible for cleanup and repairs for Tigard residents who are dealing with fallen trees or limbs. The property owner who is impacted by a tree falling onto another property’s yard, or vice versa, is usually responsible for cleaning up the debris and any damages. According to the city’s official website, the city usually stays out of these situations unless a Hazard Tree Dispute Resolution Application is submitted or there is a problem with code enforcement.

The duties are a little different when a tree falls onto or from city-owned property. The city is in charge of maintaining the trees on its own land, but unless there are known danger trees that the city has neglected to remove, the property owner is usually in charge of dealing with the fallout if a city-owned tree falls onto private property. In order to preserve traffic flow and public safety, the city is in charge of removing any city trees that block a public road or walkway. The city’s notification, however, states that this obligation does not apply to tree sections that encroach on private land.

Locals have had a number of queries about the guidelines, which Tigard has answered in a thorough FAQ section. You are permitted to trim a tree limb that crosses over from city property to your property boundary, but you are not permitted to do anything that could damage the tree. Even if a tree is located within a public easement, the owner of the property next to it is liable for fixing any obstructions caused by the branch to a public sidewalk. This information and more may be found in Tigard’s Urban Forestry Manual and Tree Programs, which are recorded on the city’s official website and concentrate on controlling vegetation to lower dangers.

Residents of Tigard who have huge trees on their property are encouraged to evaluate their insurance coverage, even though the clarification of these policies may help to clear up some confusion. Knowing who is responsible and what resources are available can help make the aftermath of a storm that pulls down trees easier to handle. Tigard offers phone and web options to help residents manage the situation and help with the cleanup process for residents who are coping with fallen trees or associated issues.

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