N.C. Forest Service - Ash Protection Program

The Ash Protection Program (APP) is a reimbursement program for the chemical protection of ash trees from the emerald ash borer in North Carolina. Ash is an important urban species, and the APP will reimburse approved municipalities and communities for the treatment of ash trees. Please read through the Program Guidelines prior to submitting an application.

The application period for this program has closed.

Ash Protection Program Guidelines

Application Forms

• 2024 Request for Applications
• APP Application – Part 1
• APP Application – Part 2
• Tree Specifications List

Reimbursement Forms

• APP Agreement for Reimbursement Form
• Request for Reimbursement
• Tree Specifications List
• Manpower and Equipment Documentation Worksheet