Urban Forests
Urban forests are made up of public and private forests, prairies, wetlands, and other ecological communities that provide environmental services to the urban and/or suburban community of Fayetteville.
Community trees can be found along streets, in parks, and on public and private property. Landscaping required of new developments also is a community asset that can be found in the same places. It is the combination of these trees and landscapes that create the urban forest. As a community, we receive multiple benefits from trees and plantings within the urban forest.
Benefits of Trees
Not only do trees add to the aesthetics of our City, shade our trails, and give good homes to wildlife, trees also provide economical, environmental, and behavioral benefits.
Using trees as wind blocks or as shade producers can decrease utility bills. Trees also remove huge quantities of pollutants from the air, aid in erosion control, and decrease stormwater runoff. It has been proven that given a green shady area to relax or play in, a person will stay calmer and remain outdoors longer.
Trees planted where they can be observed from residential dwellings, hospital rooms, or school classrooms can reduce crime rates, quicken patient recovery rates, and increase child productivity.