Family-owned tree removal, trimming, stump grinding, and emergency tree service for Gresham homeowners and property owners. Licensed (CCB #209975), bonded, and insured — with 35+ years of experience handling Douglas fir, bigleaf maple, western red cedar, and the established East County canopy that defines Gresham's neighborhoods. We know Gresham's Section 9.1000 tree regulations inside and out.
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Gresham's Trusted Tree Service Since 1986
Gresham is East Multnomah County's largest city — a community that has actively regulated its urban forest for over a decade under Section 9.1000 of the Gresham Development Code. Here's the practical reality: tree work in Gresham is regulated by size, location, and significance — with 8 inches DBH as the regulated threshold for most properties, special protections in Hillside, Habitat Conservation Area, and Floodplain overlay zones, and a separate "significant tree" designation that triggers a Type III hearings procedure for removal. Gresham uses three permit types: Type I (no fee), Type II (fee-based, up to three-month timeline), and Type III (hearings-based, up to four-month timeline). North Woods has worked Gresham and the surrounding East County communities — Powell Valley, Centennial, Rockwood, North Gresham, Pleasant Valley, Damascus — for 35+ years. We know which permit applies, when one isn't needed, and how to handle every type of Gresham tree job.
Homeowner in Gresham?
From regulated tree removals to hazard tree work on East County properties, we handle every residential job across Gresham — Powell Valley, Centennial, Rockwood, North Gresham, and Pleasant Valley. We manage the Section 9.1000 permit process so you don't risk a violation. Family-owned, fully licensed, and trusted by Gresham homeowners for 35+ years.
Building or Managing Property in Gresham?
Lot clearing, site prep, and commercial tree services for contractors, developers, and property managers building across Gresham. We understand the city's development tree preservation requirements, overlay zone restrictions, and significant tree review process. Licensed CCB #209975, bonded, and ready to mobilize.
Our Tree Services in Gresham
From permit-managed residential removals to full lot clearing for new construction, North Woods handles every scale of tree care across Gresham — with full knowledge of the city's tree regulations.
Tree Trimming & Pruning
Tree Removal
Professional trimming, crown reduction, and seasonal pruning by ISA Certified Arborists. Normal pruning of private trees doesn't require a permit in Gresham — significant trees do. We know the difference.
Safe, controlled tree removal for hazardous, large, and regulated trees across Gresham — including full management of the city's Section 9.1000 permit process for regulated trees 8"+ DBH.
Stump Grinding & Removal
Storm Damage Cleanup
Emergency Tree Removal
Land Clearing & Site Prep
Fast response for fallen trees, storm damage, and hazard situations across Gresham. Imminent hazard removals can proceed without a pre-permit — but Gresham requires a retroactive permit within 10 days. We handle that documentation for you.
Lot clearing and site prep for builders and developers across Gresham. We handle the city's development tree preservation requirements, overlay zone restrictions, and replanting obligations from day one.
Storm damage cleanup and fallen tree removal after Gresham's wet-season windstorms. Fast response with full debris removal and proper retroactive permit handling for hazard removals.
Complete stump grinding and removal to reclaim your Gresham yard. Standalone service or paired with any permitted tree removal job.
Gresham's Tree Regulations — What You Need to Know
Gresham regulates tree removal under Section 9.1000 of the Development Code, with special provisions for "significant trees" under Section A14.004. Here's the practical breakdown: trees less than 6 inches DBH (measured at 4.5 feet) can generally be removed without a permit. Trees 6-8 inches DBH outside sensitive areas may also be removed without a permit. Trees over 8 inches DBH are "regulated trees" and most removals require a permit. On standard residential property (35,000 sq. ft. or less), up to three regulated trees may be removed within a 12-month period without specific approval; larger properties (over 35,000 sq. ft.) may remove up to six. Removing more triggers a Type II permit, and removing a designated significant tree triggers a Type III hearings procedure. Gresham also has three overlay zones — Hillside, Habitat Conservation Area, and Floodplain — where 6"+ trees have additional protections and most need to be retained or replaced. Hazard removals can proceed without pre-permit but require a retroactive permit within 10 days. North Woods handles the entire permit process for our Gresham customers — Type I, II, III, retroactive, and overlay zone documentation. For permit questions, the Gresham Planner on Duty can be reached at 503-618-2780 or POD@GreshamOregon.gov.
Why Gresham Property Owners Choose North Woods
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Gresham's tree regulations are detailed enough that doing it wrong leads to violations and required replacement trees. We've navigated the city's Type I, II, and III permits, overlay zone rules, and retroactive emergency permits for 35+ years. We handle the paperwork so you stay compliant.
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Gresham's neighborhoods range from established suburban lots to hillside properties to working-acreage parcels east of the city. We've worked all of it — from tight-access removals in Powell Valley to large-tree work in Pleasant Valley. Different terrain, same standards.
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Run by James Cowell out of nearby Beavercreek, North Woods is a true local business — not a national franchise. We've worked Gresham and East County properties for over three decades and show up the same way for every job.
Frequently Asked Questions — Gresham Tree Service
Quick answers to the questions we hear most from homeowners, contractors, and property owners across Gresham.
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It depends on the tree's size and location. Trees less than 6 inches DBH can generally be removed without a permit. Trees 6-8 inches DBH outside sensitive areas may also be removed without a permit. Trees over 8 inches DBH are regulated and most removals require a permit. On standard residential property 35,000 sq. ft. or less, up to three regulated trees may be removed within a 12-month period; larger properties may remove up to six. We help every customer determine exactly what's required before any work begins.
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Gresham uses a three-tier permit system under Section 9.1000. Type I permits are no-fee and cover hazardous and dead tree removals (up to one-week timeline). Type II permits are fee-based and cover regulated tree removals exceeding the annual cap (up to three-month timeline). Type III permits are hearings-based and cover the removal of significant trees (up to four-month timeline). We determine which applies to your project and manage the application for you.
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A significant tree is a tree formally designated under Section A14.004 of the Gresham Development Code as having particular value to the community. Removing a significant tree requires a Type III hearings procedure rather than a regular permit. If your property has a designated significant tree, we'll work through the proper hearings process — including any required documentation, arborist input, and replacement obligations.
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Imminent hazard tree removals can proceed without obtaining a pre-permit — but Gresham requires you to submit a retroactive permit within 10 days of the removal to document the emergency situation. We handle that retroactive paperwork for our Gresham emergency customers. Call (503) 656-5802 for urgent service.
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No — routine pruning of private trees does not require a permit in Gresham. The exception is designated significant trees, where any work requires the city's involvement. Note that street tree pruning requires a Type I street tree removal/work permit, even though there's no fee. Our ISA Certified Arborists know which jobs require permits and which don't.
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In most cases, yes. Approved removals trigger replanting requirements under Chapter 11.50 — typically one or more replacement trees per tree removed. Some property owners can pay a fee in lieu of replanting instead — capped at $1,200 per tree for single-family residential development. We document the replanting requirement on every permit and can coordinate the replanting if you'd like.
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Yes. North Woods Tree Service is fully licensed (CCB #209975), bonded, and insured with liability and workers' comp coverage on every job. We provide certificates of insurance to homeowners, general contractors, and property managers on request.
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Whether you have a single tree to remove or need to navigate West Linn's strict tree ordinance, North Woods brings 35+ years of local experience and full knowledge of the city's permit process. Free estimates, $0 deposit, full cleanup, and complete permit handling included.