#1 Lot Clearing in Portland, OR - Licensed Site Prep Experts

Efficient Lot Clearing Services for New Construction & Development

Residential and commercial lot clearing throughout Portland metro. We remove trees, stumps, brush, and debris so your project starts on solid ground.

Licensed & Insured

ISA Certified

25k+ Projects

Oregon DEQ Compliant

Portland-Built

Built for Portland’s unique landscape & regulations.

WHY LAND MANAGEMENT MATTERS

Portland Lot Clearing Experts – Turn Raw Land Into Ready-to-Build

Don’t let an overgrown lot slow down your dream build. Our Portland lot clearing team delivers fast, thorough service tailored to the city’s strict rules and challenging conditions. We clear vegetation safely, protect required trees, and prepare your lot for the immediate next steps.

 

OUR PROCESS

What's Included

Residential vacant lot clearing for new home construction

Infill lot clearing in Portland urban core neighborhoods

Commercial and multi-family development lot clearing

Weed, scrub, and invasive species removal from urban lots

Stump removal and below-grade grinding for clean building pads

Grading and leveling post-clearing

Debris hauling and on-site mulching

Lot preparation for ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) projects

 Real Results

Before & After Transformations

See the dramatic transformations we deliver for Portland-area property owners.

Before

Dense overgrown lot with blackberry and brush

After

Clean, graded, usable land ready for development

How It Works

Our 6-Step Clearing Process

From first call to final walkthrough, we handle every detail so you don’t have to.

01
Site Walk & Free Quote

Our estimator visits your lot, assesses tree types, access constraints, and slope.

02
Permit Check

We verify whether your lot requires a Tree Permit (Portland requires one for trees 12″+ DBH).

03
Mobilization

We arrive with the right equipment for your lot size: typically a mulcher + skid steer for residential, excavator + dozer for larger lots.

04
Clearing

Trees, stumps, brush, and debris are removed systematically, top-down.

05
Cleanup

Site is left clean and level, ready for survey, foundation, or grading contractor.

06
Documentation

Before/after photos provided for your contractor and permitting file.

Heavy Equipment

Equipment & Machinery We Use

We run a modern fleet of purpose-built land clearing equipment – ensuring every project is completed efficiently, safely, and on schedule.

Most Popular

Skid Steers

Ideal for narrow Portland urban lots with limited access

Forestry Mulchers

Fastest way to clear a wooded residential lot

Stump Grinders

12–18 inches below grade for clean building pads

Mini Excavators

Root removal and spot grading on tight residential sites

Dump Trucks

Debris and material haul-away to certified facilities

60% Faster

Than manual clearing crews

 Why Choose Us

Benefits of Choosing MonkeMan's Land Clearing Company

Six compelling reasons Portland property owners choose us for their land clearing projects.

Rapid Mobilization

Same-week mobilization available for urgent construction timelines

Permit Guidance

Tree permit guidance — we know Portland's urban forestry code

Build-Ready Site

Clean, level site handoff — ready for your builder or architect

Competitive Pricing

Competitive pricing — residential lot rates starting from $1,500

Clean Handoff

No debris left behind — site inspection included

Certified Arborists

ISA Certified Arborists on staff for permit-required tree assessments

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to clear a residential lot in Portland?

A standard Portland residential lot (5,000–8,000 sq ft) with light vegetation typically runs $1,500–$3,500. Heavily wooded lots or lots with large tree removal can run $4,000–$8,000. We provide free written quotes after a site visit.

Yes, if your lot is within City of Portland limits and has trees 12 inches or larger in diameter (measured at 4.5 ft height), you will likely need a Type I or Type II Tree Removal Permit from Portland Urban Forestry. We advise on this at no charge.

Absolutely. We specialize in access-limited urban lots in Portland neighborhoods like Sellwood, St. Johns, Foster-Powell, and Division Street areas. Our skid steers and mini excavators work in spaces as narrow as 8 feet wide.

In most cases we can schedule within 3–7 business days. Urgent construction timelines may qualify for expedited scheduling — call us to discuss.

WHERE WE WORK

Locations We Cover

Gresham

Troutdale

Sandy

Corbett

Boring

Wood Village

Fairview

Beaverton

Tualatin

Sherwood

Tigard

Banks

Hillsboro

Forest Grove

Cornelius

Lake Oswego

Milwaukie

Oregon City

Canby

Wilsonville

West Linn

Gladstone

Molalla

Get Your FREE Land Clearing Quote Today!

Call us or schedule online. We’ll come to your property, assess the site, and provide a detailed written quote at no cost, no obligation.