Georgia Arborist AssociationTree Removal Assistance Program (TRAP)
Property owners with dead, dying, or diseased trees that pose a current risk to their home or personal property may apply for a one-time award to cover the cost of tree removal.
Property owners with dead, dying, or diseased trees that pose a current risk to their home or personal property, including Georgia residents and non-senior Atla · Applications are now open; the TRAP Review Committee evaluates applications during the first two weeks of every month from February until December
From georgiaarborist.org/trap ↗About this program
The Georgia Arborist Association administers this program. It does not provide tree risk assessments, legal advice, or recommendations through this program.
The TRAP Review Committee's decisions are based only on program rules and available funding, not on a full evaluation of your tree's condition.
Homeowners will be able to choose a tree from a pre-approved species list provided by GAA. If a tree is approved for removal through this program, the homeowner must agree to allow the GAA or its representative to plant a tree on the same property to replace the tree that was removed.
Questions
Who can apply for TRAP?
Property owners with dead, dying, or diseased trees that pose a current risk to their home or personal property may apply for a one-time award to cover the cost of tree removal.
When does the TRAP Review Committee evaluate applications?
The TRAP Review Committee evaluates applications during the first two weeks of every month from February until December.
Can a denied applicant appeal?
Appeals to decisions made by the Review Committee may be submitted in cases where an application is denied based on the health or condition of the tree. All appeals must be submitted in writing within the time frame specified by GAA.
What if my tree is not approved for funding?
If your tree is not approved for funding, that does not mean the tree is safe or should remain in place. We strongly recommend that you speak with an ISA-Certified Arborist to determine the best course of action for your trees.
Details
- Who
- Property owners with dead, dying, or diseased trees that pose a current risk to their home or personal property, including Georgia residents and non-senior Atla
- When
- Applications are now open; the TRAP Review Committee evaluates applications during the first two weeks of every month from February until December
- Where
- Georgia
- Ages
- 65 or older for the senior track
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