Green Bay, WI — Tree And Brush Trimming Contractor Bond
The Green Bay, WI Tree and Brush Trimming Contractor Bond is a specific financial security requirement mandated for professionals performing tree or brush services within city limits. This bond ensures compliance with local licensing regulations for contractors providing services on private property.
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- Recorded state
- Wisconsin
- Bond type
- Landscape / Irrigation Contractor Bond
- Category
- Contractors & construction
What this bond does
The bond serves to support the City of Green Bay's licensing requirements under Ordinance Section 10-599. It acts as a financial guarantee that contractors operate according to local standards when they are hired to cut, trim, prune, or grind trees, branches, brush, stumps, or roots.
- Who needs it
- This bond is intended for business owners or individual operators who wish to be hired for tree or brush maintenance services within the municipal boundaries of Green Bay, Wisconsin.
- Who it protects
- The bond is a regulatory requirement for the City of Green Bay. It assists the city in verifying that licensed professionals have met the necessary financial conditions to operate legally within the jurisdiction.
Your bond option
This is the option on record for this bond.
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The bond amount describes the limit of the bond obligation, not the price. A listed amount does not establish what the requesting party requires. The premium is what you pay and must be confirmed for the actual option. An E&O limit, where listed, is separate errors and omissions insurance.
Sources
- City of Green Bay Tree and Brush License Application (opens in a new tab)Checked October 18, 2026
Have these ready
- Complete the City of Green Bay Tree and Brush Trimmer Application form.
- Secure the required $1,000 surety bond from a qualified provider.
- Prepare the license fee payment as specified in the current City Fee Schedule.
- Submit all completed documents and the bond to the City Clerk's Office via mail or in person.
Questions about this bond
Is the $1,000 bond amount mandatory for all trimmers?
Yes, the $1,000 bond is a required component of the license application for any business or person hired to trim, cut, or grind trees or brush within Green Bay city limits.
Does this bond cover my business for the entire year?
The license and associated requirements expire annually on December 31. You must maintain your bond coverage to remain in compliance with your annual license.
Where should I file my bond documentation?
You must submit your bond and application to the City of Green Bay Clerk's Office, either in person at 100 N. Jefferson St., Room 106, or by mail.
What happens if my license application is denied?
If the Department of Public Works does not recommend approval, the City Clerk will notify you of the outcome and the steps necessary to appeal the decision to the Common Council.