How can I report a fallen tree or other issue on Common Property?
Please submit a Common Property Work Request (CPWR) by clicking HERE.
Who is responsible for shrubbery and vegetation other than trees that grow into sidewalks or streets?
The property owners adjacent to the sidewalk or street is responsible for maintaining plants to keep them from encroaching into street and sidewalks to create an obstruction or limit visibility. Property either can be private property or Common Property. To determine property boundaries please see Where is my property line? If private property is adjacent
What can I do if a Common Property tree near the property line is blocking my view or drops debris in my yard or has dangerous limbs that may fall onto my property?
Private property trees are dropping just as much debris on Common Property as Common Property Trees on private property. The Landscape Stewardship Department will clean up Common Property. Private property owners are responsible for cleaning up private property. If you are concerned about dangerous limbs, please get in touch with the Landscape Stewardship Department.
What can I do if a neighbor’s tree near the property line is blocking my view or drops debris in my yard or has dangerous limbs that may fall onto my property?
The Landscape Stewardship Department doesn’t mediate such disputes. These are matters that must be resolved between the affected parties. You may need the support and assistance of a qualified consulting arborist to resolve such disputes.
What if the tree roots are causing serious and expensive damage to a trail or sidewalk? Will MPHOA then remove and replace the tree, or give me a permit to do so?
Damage to trails or sidewalks are not normally considered justification for removing otherwise healthy and safe trees. Please get in touch with the Landscape Stewardship Department for evaluation.
Do I need a permit to prune or remove a tree that is on Common Property in between the easement and private property?
Please get in touch with the Landscape Stewardship Department for evaluation.
Who is paying for tree removal on Common Property?
Trees on Common Property will be considered for REMOVAL for the following reasons ONLY: • The tree is dead and poses high risk of failure. • The tree is diseased or in declining health. • The tree is invasive. If a hazard tree is on Common Property = HOA pays If a hazard tree trunk is
Hazard or nuisance tree?
If there is a question about a tree being a hazard or a nuisance, please contact the Landscape Stewardship Department. If there is a disagreement between the Requestor and the Department, an ISA Tree Risk Assessor Qualified Arborist will do a risk assessment and evaluation.
Do I need a permit to remove a tree on Common Property?
Tree removal is NOT allowed on Common Property by residents or contractors hired by residents without approval by the Landscape Stewardship Department. If you believe a tree needs to be removed from Common Property, please fill out a Common Property Work Request and get in touch with the Landscape Stewardship Department. These requests will be
Do I need a permit to remove a tree on private property?
Yes, a permit is required to remove a tree with a trunk that is 6 inches in diameter at breast height (DBH) or greater. You need to apply for permit at the City of Lake Oswego: https://www.ci.oswego.or.us/trees