FAQs

When can I prune my oak trees?: You can prune your oaks anytime from July 1 through January 31, regardless of temperature, provided all pruning wounds of all sizes on oaks are sealed immediately (within 10 minutes max.)
Routine oak pruning is prohibited from February 1 through June 30 due to high risk of oak wilt infection. Emergency oak pruning may be allowed during this period if the oak is a public safety or property hazard. Call the City Forester at 512-314-7538 to discuss exceptions. More...

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Forestry

1. Whom should I hire to prune my trees?: Visit Trees are Good for information about how to hire an arborist and a list of certified arborists. Trees are Good

2. Do I need a permit to cut down trees on my property?: Commercial property owners and homeowners with questions about tree removal permits and landscape alterations should call the Building and Development Services department at 512-314-7540.
Lakeway Code of Ordinances Section 24.02.405

3. When can I prune my oak trees?: You can prune your oaks anytime from July 1 through January 31, regardless of temperature, provided all pruning wounds of all sizes on oaks are sealed immediately (within 10 minutes max.)
Routine oak pruning is prohibited from February 1 through June 30 due to high risk of oak wilt infection. Emergency oak pruning may be allowed during this period if the oak is a public safety or property hazard. Call the City Forester at 512-314-7538 to discuss exceptions. More...

4. What is Oak Wilt?: Oak wilt is a lethal disease of oaks at epidemic levels in Central Texas. The disease is caused by the reaction of susceptible oaks to the fungus Ceratocystis fagacearum.
The fungus causes the water conducting system of the tree to become plugged so that the tree wilts and drops its leaves. Most infected oaks die within weeks or months. Oak Tree