Local law · Int 0621-2026
The removal of harmful tree species
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A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the removal of harmful tree species
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New York City Council
Summary
This bill would require the Department of Parks and Recreation (Parks) to create a list of at least 50 of the most harmful tree species based on certain factors, including the potential damage a tree species can cause to nearby property. Where a tree under the jurisdiction of Parks is adjacent to a certain property, the property owner may request that Parks remove the tree and replace it with a non-harmful tree. Parks would have nine months to remove that tree and replace it with a less harmful tree.
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Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Committee on Parks and Recreation
Cosponsors
Sandra Ung, Shekar Krishnan and 3 others
Cosponsors in the order the New York City Council lists them.
- Democratic5
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Full history
- Feb 12, 2026
Introduced
This Introduction was Introduced by Council
NYC Council
- Feb 12, 2026
Referred to committee
This Introduction was Referred to Comm by Council to the Committee on Parks and Recreation
NYC Council