Urban Forests
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Local Authority and Management Responsibility
In addition to having a good tree ordinance, a nuisance ordinance enables communities to enforce issues related to trees and public safety. A few examples are listed below. Review these guidelines for writing tree ordinances [PDF exit DNR] before…
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Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council
Past recipients of the urban forestry awards given in recognition of outstanding efforts by individuals, organizations and communities that further urban forestry in Wisconsin. See this year's award recipients. 2023 Innovations in Urban Forestry…
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Reports and Additional Resources
The following resources offer summarized data and analysis of Wisconsin’s urban forests as well as national resources relevant to the state. State resources Check out the Wisconsin Community Tree Map and the WisUFA program factsheet [PDF…
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Urban Tree Canopy (UTC) Analysis
Urban tree canopy is the entire area covered by trees’ crowns within a geographic area, often expressed as a proportion of an area’s total land. The aim of a UTC assessment is to help decision makers understand their urban forest resources,…
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Urban Forest Inventory and Analysis (UFIA)
The Urban Forest Inventory and Analysis (UFIA) program in Wisconsin is a partnership between the USDA Forest Service and the Wisconsin DNR to inventory trees in urban settings by establishing 1,300 plots across the state. The primary purpose of…
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Wisconsin Community Tree Map
Access the Wisconsin Community Tree Map [exit DNR] application. The Wisconsin Community Tree Map is a mapping application that enables users to identify and assess community trees. With its ability to filter different tree attributes, such as…
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Wisconsin Community Canopy Cover
In the table below, find your geographic area of interest to see the percentage of land covered by tree canopy and other land classes. Click on the links in each row to be sent to an interactive map. Municipal boundaries are the borders of cities…
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Urban Forest Data, Analysis and Monitoring
The DNR maintains a variety of data collection programs to assess the composition, health and extent of Wisconsin’s urban forests. Major monitoring efforts include compiling public tree inventories, establishing long-term urban forest plots, and…
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Tree Canopy Goals
Because of the many benefits trees provide, communities often seek to expand their tree canopy. But planting more trees is not the only means to expand your community’s canopy. Even more important is preservation of existing trees. Together, proper…
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Urban Forestry Startup Grants
Urban forestry startup grants support small projects focused on initial steps in community tree care and management. A long-term goal for applicants should be development of a sustained community tree management program. About Grants range from $1…