Hello Managers!
After the holidays please make sure to have a defined plan for tree removal.
- Contact local landscape contractors, garbage hauler, or other local tree recycling program
- Costs can vary, so doing some research might be to your property’s benefit
- Identify a location where residents can put their trees
- Should be confined to a space the size of a parking stall or two
- Should be in reasonable proximity to the apartment units
- Should be handicap accessible
- Area that is easily accessible for vendor picking up trees
- Mark area with cones, safety tape or other appropriate materials
- Communicate with residents
- Let them know where they can put their trees
- Include the date the trees will be picked up
- Remind them to remove all decorations
Properties in the Portland/Vancouver area should have already received confirmation from their landscape provider that included a schedule for tree removal. Properties outside this region should contact their landscape contractor.
Also, please note that when staff is entering occupied apartment during this season, please make sure to check to ensure that remaining trees have not become fire hazard and that furniture and other items moved around to make room for trees have not been pushed in front of heaters.
Thank you for your attention to this and let your supervisor know if you have any questions.