Trees in the city area
We encounter them in parks, on roadsides, in cemeteries and at numerous other locations, including outside the city forest: around 11,000 trees that significantly beautify Hilden's cityscape.
You can find out everything about tree care from the Green Spaces and Forestry Department (of the Civil Engineering and Green Spaces Office).
Of particular importance is also the tree protection statute, which has been in force since 2010 and which, in brief, contains the following regulation: trees with a trunk circumference of at least 90 cm (measured at a height of 100 cm above the ground) may not be felled, but must be preserved, maintained and protected from danger. This applies to all trees, with a few exceptions.
Exemptions for construction projects
In return for replacement planting or a replacement fee, an exemption can also be granted if a building project cannot be carried out or can only be carried out with severe restrictions if the tree is preserved. Such an exemption will only be granted if a building permit has already been issued for the building project.
Permits for exceptions to the regulations of the tree protection statutes can be applied for at the civil engineering and green space office or at the building administration and construction supervision office.Tree protection for other reasons
A tree can be protected not only on the basis of the tree protection statutes but also on the basis of development plans (B-plans for short) and the felling of this tree can therefore be inadmissible. You can find out whether a tree is protected by a B-plan either from the Geoportal or from the Building Administration and Supervision Office.
Exception permits are to be applied for at the Building Administration and Supervision Office in the case of tree protection justified by a B-Plan.
Water bags for tree patrons
If you would like to help an urban tree in your neighborhood, you can sponsor a tree and receive a free water bag from the city of Hilden. Especially in dry summers and during long periods of heat, city trees appreciate any additional support. In this video, we show step by step how to use the watering bags correctly so that the water reaches where the tree needs it.