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Tree Protection in Cupertino, CA (2026)

1 verified tree protection rules for Cupertino, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Tree Removal Permits

Cupertino's Protected Trees ordinance (Municipal Code Chapter 14.18) requires a tree removal permit before removing any heritage or specimen tree. Specimen removals go to the Community Development Director, heritage removals to the Planning Commission, and replacement trees are usually required.

Cupertino: Tree Removal Permit Required for Protected Trees

Heavy Restrictions

Looking for Santa Clara County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Cupertino city rules.

Tree Protection in Santa Clara County