ISA Arboricultural Glossary
Revised in 2020 with 218 new terms, this pocket-sized glossary is essential for everyone in the tree care industry as a foundation for using a shared language of defined terms to work with professionals in arboriculture and related fields. The 2020 edition also includes expanded terminology for tree risk assessment and stationary rope climbing systems, hundreds of enhanced, clarified, and updated definitions, and a reference guide for abbreviations and acronyms.
ANSI A300 Tree Care Standards with Definitions
The ANSI A300 provides standards for tree care practices, guidelines for writing tree care work specifications, and definitions for industry terminology. These standards are used in the US Civil Court system.
ACSA Glossary of Terms
The American Society of Consulting Arborists’ Glossary web page provides clear definitions for a wide range of technical terms commonly used in arboriculture and urban forestry. This resource is designed to help professionals, students, and the public better understand industry-specific language and concepts.
APA Citation:
American Society of Consulting Arborists. (n.d.). Glossary.
i-Tree Glossary – Urban Forestry
The i-Tree Glossary is an online resource that provides clear definitions and explanations for a wide range of terms and acronyms commonly used in urban and community forestry. Designed to support users of i-Tree software and anyone involved in urban forestry, the glossary helps demystify specialized vocabulary and technical jargon in the field.
APA Citation:
i-Tree. (2006). i-Tree glossary.
Beginner’s Guide to Land Use Law
This primer introduces key land use and zoning terms, explains the legal basis for ordinances and planning policy, and outlines the structure and purpose of comprehensive plans and zoning laws.
APA Citation:
Pace University School of Law - Land Use Law Center. (2024, August). Beginner’s guide to land use law