Creating a Fallen Tree Report the Easy Way

When a tree falls in the forest, it rarely creates an inconvenience for anyone. When a tree falls on public property, on the other hand, it can create a much more serious issue--which the city cannot do anything about if they do not know about it. Creating a falling tree report, however, can be a hassle. You might have to hunt down your local authority, figure out what paperwork you need to submit, and fill it all out--and then figure out how to submit it.

Let DoNotPay make it much easier to manage a fallen tree report.

How to Report a Fallen Tree to the City

Reporting a fallen tree to the city, when you notice it, is important. You can't simply assume that someone else will notice it, especially if it's in an out-of-the-way area. However, reporting a fallen tree, or a tree that is in danger of falling, can be a time-consuming process. You may need to:

1. Determine who is responsible for a fallen tree. It won't do you any good to report the fallen tree to your city government if the local county is actually responsible for it.
2. Visit the local government website and determine how to report a fallen tree. While most bigger cities will include instructions for how to report a fallen tree online, you may have to dig further to figure out how to report a fallen tree in a small town.
3. Determine what paperwork you need to file out and what steps you need to take next.

In some cases, you may not be able to file a report for a fallen tree in your city online. In those cases, you may need to call the local government official that is responsible for handling fallen trees in order to get the fallen tree taken care of.

Were You Injured Because of a Falling Tree?

Sometimes, falling trees can pose more than an inconvenience. They might represent a serious hazard , especially if a tree or large limb falls on you as you move around the city. Your local government bears liability for maintaining the trees throughout the area and ensuring that they do not pose a hazard to residents. When they fail in their duty of care, you may be able to send demand letters to the local government for damages.

Luckily, DoNotPay can help with that, too! If you suffer serious injuries because of a fallen tree, use DoNotPay's small claims feature to help you recover damages.

Why Should I Report a Fallen Tree?

A fallen tree may seem like a minor issue, especially if it is not blocking local roads or interfering with the power lines. However, a fallen tree can be a more serious issue than you think. If you see a fallen tree, you should report it as soon as possible.

• The longer it takes to remove a fallen tree, the more difficult it may grow as the ground gets softer and the tree starts to decompose.
• A fallen tree can pose a serious hazard to people who need to get around a specific area, including people who may need to operate on private land.
• A fallen tree may interfere with electrical wires.
• A tree that only falls partway could pose a hazard to anyone moving around it in the future.
• If you suffered damages because of a fallen tree, you may want the city to provide you with compensation for your losses.

DoNotPay Can Help Report a Fallen Tree Quickly and Easily

If you want to file a city repair report but don't know where to start, DoNotPay has you covered in 6 easy steps:

1. Go to the City Repairs product on DoNotPay.

2. Choose one of the following options: 1) Report a maintenance issue to the city, or 2) Send demand letters to the city for compensation.

3. If you want to report an issue, choose which problem you would like to report--in this case, a fallen tree--and tell us more about when you first noticed the issue.

4. If you want to request compensation, tell us whether you 1) suffered a personal injury, or 2) suffered from property damage. Then tell us more about the incident date, where it took place, and any expenses you have already paid. Include the names of witnesses if applicable.

5. Upload supporting documents and other evidence files.

6. Enter the amount you want to be compensated in damages and verify your e-signature.

Why Use DoNotPay to Report a Fallen Tree?

DoNotPay makes it easy to report fallen trees and other hazards throughout your city. Many people avoid reporting serious problems, including fallen trees, until they become much more serious issues because of the time and commitment involved. With DoNotPay, however, the process is fast and simple. It's also reliable: you can trust that we will take care of reporting your fallen tree and ensure that it is brought to the attention of your city quickly and effectively. Furthermore, you'll have a record of your report, so you can easily prove that you reported the issue early in the process if future damage does occur.

DoNotPay Can Help With Many City Repair Issues

DoNotPay makes it simple to handle many city repair concerns. We can help with:

• Traffic light problems
• Illegal dumping
• Potholes
• Parking violations
• Traffic light complaints
• Graffiti
• Rat reports to the Health Department
• Burnt-out streetlights
• Handicap parking violations

Ready to get started? Check out DoNotPay today to learn how you can report a fallen tree and more through the easy, convenient platform.