Parks and Recreation

The City of West Linn values our trees and open spaces, and has several policies related to both.

Click on a link to the left that pertains to your inquiry. 

For a Tree Emergency after hours or on days we are closed please call Non-Emergency Dispatch 503-635-0238

**For a Tree Emergency after hours or on a day we are closed please call Non-Emergency Dispatch 503-635-0238**

What Qualifies as a Tree requiring a tree permit?

A Tree is defined as- Any woody, perennial plant—deciduous, evergreen, or coniferous—that meets the following size criteria:

The purpose of this policy is to establish a systematic and consistent approach for the official naming of parks and recreational areas and facilities. We want to ensure that parks, recreational areas and facilities are easily identified and located. Ensure that given names to parks, recreational areas and facilities are consistent with the values and character of the area or neighborhood served.

The purpose of Sections 8.500 to 8.798 in West Linn Municipal Code is to ensure that the City and any areas that may become part of the City of West Linn will continue to realize the benefits provided by its urban forest, and to establish a process and standards which will minimize uncontrolled cutting or destruction of trees or wooded areas within West Linn.