{"id":238,"date":"2026-10-19T13:16:56","date_gmt":"2026-10-19T17:16:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/cemetery\/?p=238"},"modified":"2026-10-20T13:14:21","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T17:14:21","slug":"who-is-responsible-for-this-tree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/cemetery\/2026\/10\/19\/who-is-responsible-for-this-tree\/","title":{"rendered":"Who is Responsible for this Tree?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Understanding Public and Private Trees <\/h2>\n

Private Tree Responsibility<\/h4>\n

The Town of Sudbury is not responsible for trimming or remove a privately owned tree. If the tree is on private property, routine maintenance, pruning and removal are the responsibility of the property owner.<\/p>\n

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What Should a Property Owner Do?<\/h4>\n

If the tree is on private property<\/strong>:<\/h5>\n

The tree is the responsibility of the property owner<\/p>\n

Monitor the tree’s condition, arrange routine pruning and tree care, and remove it when necessary.<\/p>\n

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If the tree is within the public right of way<\/strong>:<\/h5>\n

It may be a public shade tree.<\/p>\n

Contact the Department of Public Works before pruning, cutting, or removing it.<\/p>\n

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If you are unsure<\/strong> whether a tree is public or private:<\/h5>\n

Check the recorded plan \/ survey or contact the Town for Guidance before performing any work.<\/p>\n

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Important – Please Note<\/h5>\n

Other laws, bylaws, permits, easements, construction projects, wetland requirements, or other legal authorities may apply in specific circumstances.  When in doubt, contact the appropriate town department before work is performed.<\/p>\n

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Questions?<\/h5>\n

Contact the Sudbury Department of Public Works<\/p>\n

Tel # 978-440-5421<\/p>\n

email: dpw@sudbury.ma.us<\/a><\/p>\n

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