Anaheim Tree Removal Permits and Ordinance

Last Updated: 24 August 2020

Anaheim city has a tree preservation ordinance that controls the removal and trimming of trees.

As a result, you will need to obtain a permit to remove or trim some of the trees in this area.

Here you will find a comprehensive summary of all the guidelines of tree preservation to enable you to know where you fall under.

Street trees are among protected trees in Anaheim. As a result, tree removal without a permit from the city administration is considered.

However, once you have a permit you can remove street trees. Residents of Anaheim can also get a permit to plant trees on parkways or streets.

Here are conditions under which street trees may be removed in the city of Anaheim

• In case the trees are diseased such that they cause a nuisance to the public.
• If the trees are obstructing public utilities such as power or telephone lines.
• In case the trees are obstructing traffic lights or flow
• When the trees are overhanging private property and causing a nuisance.
• The city tree must be removed by a certified arborist near you approved to carry out such work in your city. They must be licensed and insured.

The city of Anaheim has taken several measures ensuring that trees are preserved for the beautification of the city. The city codes dictate which trees that need preservation.

The trees that are preserved are significant trees, and trees considered single specified and within Overlay Zone.

Significant trees can include heritage trees that get their title based on either cultural, historical, characteristic or species values to the community.

Replacement of removed trees is part of the tree preservation order by the city of Anaheim. As a result, any trees that are removed must be replaced according to city guidelines.

When replacing the trees, they should come in 24-inch box minimum size when planting or larger.

The city community services department provides details of the number of replacement trees. Check out the link below.

http://anaheim-ca.elaws.us/code/muco_t18_ch18.18_sec18.18.040

There is also a specific type of tree species that should be used when replacing removed trees.

http://anaheim-ca.elaws.us/code/muco_t18_ch18.18_sec18.18.040

Yes.

There are trees that are considered noxious in Anaheim. These are trees that are harmful as they have several characteristics that are harmful to the environment.

As a result, the city of Anaheim prohibits the propagation of such trees.

Here is a link to all the noxious tree or plant species you will find in Anaheim.

https://media.ocgov.com/gov/pw/agricultural/abatement/weeds.asp