Louisville Metro KY - Permited and Prohibited Trees

<p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>This table provides a reference list of tree species and selection attributes used for metropolitan tree planning and management. It includes common and scientific names, along with characteristics such as size type, tree form, Kentucky native status, street and parking lot suitability, urban preferred status, and evergreen designation.</p><p>Site conditions should always be considered before selecting or planting a tree. These may include available growing space, soil quality, drainage, sunlight, overhead and underground utilities, nearby structures, root space, and required clearances. The attributes in this table are intended to support planning and screening but do not replace a site-specific evaluation.</p><p>Please refer to Urban Forestry's <a style='box-sizing:border-box; color:rgb(1, 67, 163);' target='_blank' href='https://louisvilleky.gov/government/urban-forestry/how-plant-tree' rel='nofollow ugc noopener noreferrer'><u>Planting Standards</u></a> and obtain a permit before planting in the right-of-way.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Contents</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Tree species reference information</strong> for identifying trees by common name, genus, and species.</li><li><strong>Selection attributes</strong> that support urban forestry planning, planting recommendations, and species screening.</li><li><strong>Status information</strong> indicating whether a tree is native, preferred for challenging urban environments, or suited to streets and parking lots.</li></ul><p><strong>Use Cases</strong></p><ul><li>Tree species selection and planning</li><li>Landscape and street tree recommendation&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Geographic Coverage</strong></p><p>The table includes Kentucky native indicators and supports metropolitan tree management workflows for local planning.</p>