Tree Location Survey

A tree location survey records the exact location, trunk diameter at breast height (TBH), and marking of located trees if needed. Usually, a tree location survey is a city requirement for locating specific trees that may need to be replaced if building plans remove them. A tree location can also aid in the development process by knowing which native trees have value for a future project, and whether they can be incorporated into the design plans.

When a requirement, tree locations are often needed to locate trees with a TBH of six inches or more although that measurement varies by municipality.