Families, Parks and Recreation

Parks FAQs

• What kind of tree can I have planted in the right of way?
  See Tree Planting Types
  
  
• How many trees can I have planted in the right of way?
  See Tree Planting Guidlines
  
  
• How do I get my tree trimmed?
  See Forestry Information
  
  
• Do I need a tree permit to cut a tree down?
  See Forestry Information
  
  
• Who picks up the brush?
  The Forestry Section will pick up brush from trees they trim or remove. If you have your private tree trimmed or removed you should arrange brush removal with the company completing the work. You can contact Solid Waste to arrange pick up at 407-246-2314. There will be a charge involved for this service.
  
  
• The roots from my tree are causing the sidewalk to lift becoming a tripping hazard. Who do I call?
  Streets & Drainage at 407-246-2238
  
  
• Do I need to reserve/rent a park for a birthday, family re-union, wedding or a special event?
  See Park Rental Information or view a list of locations that have rentals and phone the contact listed on the location's web page.
  
  
• Which parks have restrooms and/or barbeque grills?
  You can search by any amenity on our dynamic amenity search page.
  
  
• Do you have any volunteer opportunities in Parks?
  See Volunteer Opportunities or Green-up Orlando
  
  
• What are the directions to the Parks Division?
  1206 West
  Columbia Street,
  Orlando, FL 32805
  Ph: 407-246-2287
  
  
• How do I get to ______ Park?
  Most locations have location maps or you can go through the map search.
  
  
• Do you have the phone number to Cypress Grove Park?
  See Orange County Parks WebSite