Tree Cutting License

A Tree Cutter License is required for any person or business engaged in tree removal or trimming for hire within the City.

You need this license if you:

  • Operate a tree service business within City limits
  • Provide tree removal or trimming for hire

What You Need to Apply

  • Business and operator information
  • Vehicle Information
  • Certificate of Insurance with a minimum $1,000,000 liability insurance for bodily injury and $100,000 for property damage

Steps to Apply

  1. Complete the application below
  2. Submit insurance documentation and equipment details
  3. The City Forester will review your application for approval with possible review by the City Tree Board
    • All annual licenses expire on June 30th
  4. Business name and information added to the Approved Tree Cutter list

Fees

  • $25 Application Fee

How to Pay for Fees

  1. Online Payments
    • Please include the License or Permit type in description
    • A processing fee will be applied by allpaid
  2. Deliver or Mail to 450 S Main Street, Richland Center, WI 53581
    • Office Hours are 8:00 AM 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday

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Applicant Information
Gender *
Race *
if different than above
maiden name or aliases, etc.
Business Information
if applicable
$
Services provided: *
Vehicle Information
Infraction History
Have you ever been convicted of any felony or misdemeanor crime? *
Include: Year, Charge, and Court Location
Do you currently have any felony or misdemeanor charges pending against you? *
Include: Year, Charge, and Court Location
The undersigned, by signing this application, hereby authorize and consent to such inquiry and/or investigation as the City of Richland Center deems necessary to determine whether this applicant and/or the application meets all requirements of the ordinances of the City for the issuance of said license. I further certify I understand that any material falsification in the application may be basis for denial of the application or the revocation of any license issued by the city pursuant to this application.
Applicant must provide the following items to complete the application:
Files must be less than 2 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf doc.