OR-4: Heat Resilient strategies should be prioritized in the area of the Square that is considered a priority zone in the Urban Forest Plan

New development can create increased sidewalk widths through setbacks, to provide room for additional street trees, green infrastructure, and outdoor seating - especially in Priority Zone areas identified in the Urban Forest Plan.

Street trees can be installed and maintained by the Urban Forestry Division where there are new private development projects.

For public sidewalks in residential areas, the Urban Forestry Division’s ‘Let’s Keep Boston ‘Cool’ program can install and maintain street trees.

For tree planting on privately-owned land, community-based organizations can apply for grants and technical support from the Boston Tree Alliance.