Medford Tree Removal Permit & Ordinance Guide
Jackson County, Oregon
Protected Tree Definition
Significant tree: 6 inches DBH or greater on development sites. Tree preservation required during development per land development code.
Permit Requirements
Tree Preservation Plan required during site plan and subdivision review. Tree removal permits required for significant trees outside approved activity.
Who can apply: Property owner or authorized agent with arborist report
Required Report Sections
Tree inventory with DBH, species, condition, retention plan, mitigation calculation
Replacement Requirements
Inch-for-inch caliper mitigation
On-site replacement preferred; fee-in-lieu to tree fund when infeasible.
Fees & Fines
Processing Time
4-6 weeks
Required Certifications
ISA Certified Arborist
Municipal Code
Medford Land Development Code Section 10.786 (Tree Preservation)
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Planning Department
(541) 774-2380
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Data last verified: April 2026. This information is provided as a reference. Always verify requirements directly with Medford before submitting permits or reports.
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