| Updated: |
6/26/2006 |
| Description: |
Heritage trees are those individual trees and groups of trees that have been designated as significant on the basis of their importance in national, state or regional history. They are often acknowledged due to their involvement of inclusion in the development of landscape architecture, forestry, city planning, and culture. They possess integrity of location, setting, or design, and represent events, heritage, feeling, and association. |
| Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: |
ORS 377.705
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| Duration: |
Ongoing |
| Fees - application, exam, etc.: |
None |
| Responsible Agency: |
Travel Information Council |
| Bonding Requirements: |
None |
| Insurance Requirements: |
None |
| Prerequisites: |
For a tree to be considered for inclusion in the Oregon Heritage Tree Program, it must satisfy at least one of the following criteria:
1. The tree (or group of trees) is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad pattern of our history.
2. The tree (or group of trees) is associated with the life of a person or group of historic significance.
3.The tree (or group of trees) represents a significant and distinguishable entity within a community or location.
4.The tree (or group of trees) has age, size, or species significance that contributes to its heritage status. |
| Application Form: |
Oregon Heritage Tree Program Nomination Form |
| Service Links: |
 Heritage Trees
 Guide to Historical Markers and Heritage Trees
 Nomination form
Agency Contact Information
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| Required Documentation: |
1. Nomination Form
2. Site map of the tree(s) location
3. Pictures of the tree(s)
4. Brochures, newspaper clipping, etc.
5. Letter of support from owner (if applicable)
6. Documenation of protective measures (if applicable). |
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Agency Information
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Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
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| Agency Name: |
Travel Information Council |
| E-mail Address: |
info@oregontic.com
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| Phone: |
(503) 378-4508
or (800) 574-9397 (toll-free in Oregon)
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| Mail Address: |
Travel Information Council
229 Madrona Ave. SE
Salem, OR 97302
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| Website Information: |
http://www.oregontic.com/ |
