Arlington’s new tree study shows only 35% coverage

The new tree canopy study, the Urban Tree Canopy Assessment: ARLINGTON COUNTY, VIRGINIA was released on November 13th. It was performed by the Davey Resource group that produced the 2016 study claiming 40% coverage. Using 2023 data and new methods, it found that Arlington tree canopy had only 35% coverage, a distinct change from the 40% figure the County has used in planning and outreach. An article in ArlNow discussed the study. A critique of the study can be found here.  The virtual “in-depth overview of Arlington's tree canopy” is on Thursday, December 12 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. You can register to participate and as a question before the meeting here.