What is the public right of way?
The public right of way's width varies from street to street, but it is generally defined as the area from the street side curb inward to a distance of approximately 15 feet. This area is used for sidewalks, utility lines, and street trees. If you have any further questions regarding the public right of way and street trees please contact the Natural Resource Specialist at 301-759-6607.

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1. What is the definition of a street tree?
2. What is the public right of way?
3. What are the benefits of street trees?
4. Who is responsible for pruning the street trees?
5. If I would like a street tree, what do I do?
6. If a street tree has been planted in front of my house or business, what can I do to help?
7. Who is responsible for sidewalk repair?
8. What if a street tree has damaged the sidewalk in front of my house or business?
9. Who is responsible if a street tree in front of my house or business is damaging my sewer line?
10. I think that the street tree is dying in front of my house or business, what do I do?
11. When a street tree has been removed in front of my house or business, what happens afterwards?