Green Resources

Adopt a Public Green Space

You as a resident can adopt public green spaces:

• Adopt a public green space: More Info
• Adopt a tree square (tree mirror): More Info
• Contact Info: groenadoptie@zaanstad.nl

Public Wood

Some trees need to be chopped down. You can request the wood for public projects (like making a bench)

• More Info: Public Wood
• Contact Info: buitengewoon@zaanstad.nl

Apply for a Facade Garden

You can request the municipality to turn part of the pavement into a green space.

• More Info: Facade Garden
• Contact Info: geveltuinen.zaanstad.nl

Tree Replanting

• Report a cut down tree that needs replanting: Report Here
• Rules for tree replanting: Tree Replanting Rules
• Zaanstad tree plan: Tree Plan

Other green information

Zaanstad has reduced the amount they mow grass, to allow insects, bees and butterflies to co-exist. Read more Grassmowing plan

The Zaanse bee and bulb ribbon has been planted, which weaves through the whole of Zaanstad! Read more Zaanse bee and bulb ribbon