A viable significant tree (6 inches or larger, measured at 4 feet) on a private non-development lot needs a clearing and grading tree permit. A poor, very poor, or dead rating still needs a permit. The yearly count can change replanting. It does not waive the permit. Multi-stem trees are not automat
A viable significant tree (6 inches or larger, measured at 4 feet) on a private non-development lot needs a clearing and grading tree permit. A poor, very poor, or dead rating still needs a permit. The yearly count can change replanting. It does not waive the permit. Multi-stem trees are not automated. Checked November 6, 2026.
How to apply: Apply in MyBuildingPermit (Clearing & Grading, single-family, tree removal). Land use: 425-452-4188. Permits: 425-452-4898.
Boundary: King County incorporated-area polygon CITYNAME Bellevue, checked November 6, 2026. Critical areas, shoreline, and easements are not in the city-limit polygon.
Official sources (checked 2026-11-06): bellevue.municipal.codes/BCC/23.76.035 · bellevue.municipal.codes/BCC/23.76.060 · bellevue.municipal.codes/LUC/20.50.032 · bellevue.municipal.codes/LUC/20.50.046 · bellevuewa.gov/tree-removal