Shade Tree Commission

The Next Monroe Township Shade Tree Commission meeting is on June 4, 2024 at 7:00 pm in the Planning Conference Room.

A Message from the Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission regulates the planning and care of ornamental trees and shrubbery within the Right of Way (R.O.W.) and parks in the Township. The Commission also has a proactive pruning, removal, and planting program. 

Developers are required to receive permission before cutting down trees on future developments. The landscape plans from developers are reviewed, and recommendations are made by the Shade Tree Commission.

The commission offers expert advice on all facets of arboriculture. The Commission also will remove or require the removal of any tree deemed dangerous to public safety.

Recommended Plantings and Specimen Tree List

Selecting the Right Tree and Vegetation for the Location

Meetings: Six times per year; First Tuesday in February, April, June, August, October, and December at 7:00 pm in the Planning  Zoning Conference room, lower level of the Municipal building

Please check the Township's monthly calendar for meeting schedule changes.

TREE REMOVAL REMINDER: 

Municipal Code Book Chapter 97: Tree Preservation

The township would like to remind you that a tree removal permit is required to remove any tree on a homeowner’s property.   

The tree removal application can be found here:   Shade Tree Removal Permit

Fee is $35.00 for the first 5 trees.  Payment by check only should be made payable to Township of Monroe.

Applications may be placed in the white tax collection drop box.  Please place application, copy of survey and payment in an envelope addressed to Pamela Broskie. 

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Mail completed form and attach the survey

Mail Check to: 1 Municipal Plaza, Monroe Township, NJ 08831; Attention: Pamela Broskie

Pamela Broskie at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions

Please check the Township's calendar for possible date changes.

Shade Tree Commission Information