Trees have been an important part of human settlements throughout history. In the Nepalese context, the development of urban forestry is seen only in some cities to some extent. Questionnaire survey, key informant survey, and direct field observation techniques were used to access the information on urban forestry in Hetauda sub-metropolitan city which is in the phase of rapid urbanization with demanding the development of urban green infrastructure. The research aims to identify the present status of urban forestry by people's views regarding urban forestry. It also explores the list out of the preferred tree species, peoples' perception about urban forestry and new plantation site referred by people in Hetauda city. The perception of the local people towards UF was measured by the Likert scale scoring the statements on different issues. Documentation of present status and practices of urban forestry, list out of the most preferred species by the local people was recorded. Saraca indica and Azadirachta indica are the most liked species by local people for urban plantation and most of the people want greenery along the roadside.