Due to safety concerns for larger vehicles (buses, fire trucks, delivery trucks etc.), and as a courtesy to the residents, street-side tree trimming is done routinely by the Public Works Department . This service also permits the proper maintenance of roads. Many things such as weather conditions and volume can affect the scheduled pruning. To reduce the frequency of pruning, trees are generally pruned beyond the curb or, in some cases, to the edge of the right of way or tree trunk- maintaining a minimum clearance of 12 to 14’ above the road surface. If you have concerns about township personnel performing this tree trimming service, you may trim street trees yourself or have a professional landscaper perform the work for you. Please contact Public Works if you intend to trim the street side of trees on your own. 610.966.4343 (x117) or Dfowler@lowermac.com.   We will check to determine if your trimming meets these recommendations. If it does not, we will notify you so that corrections can be made. Suggested pruning methods click here.
Tree pruning \ trimming on the sidewalk or private property side of the tree is the responsibility of the abutting property owner.  Clearance above sidewalks should be a minimum of 7 feet.