Downtown Athens, Georgia is comprised of a twenty city block area: north to south from Dougherty to Broad Street and east to west from Thomas to Pulaski Street. Commercially the area is comprised of more than 160 businesses and the majority of the county’s government offices. The study area is home to 483 trees comprised of 26 different species. This project began with inventory and analysis in May of 2011. Over 450 parcels and adjacent right of way within the twenty block area were analyzed for existing tree placement and quality. Through inventory and analysis, streets in need of tree planting were identified and overall streetscape design guidelines were created for future planning and design of the Central Business District of Athens. The study revealed that 174 trees could be added to the study area. In addition, the guidelines illustrate streetscape designs that will improve tree health and contribute to planning for future urban trees. This study and resulting guidelines will ensure that the quality of the tree lined streets of downtown Athens will continue to persevere for future generations by securing the urban forest.