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Tree Protection in Fontana, CA (2026)

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

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Heritage & Protected Trees

Fontana designates heritage, significant and specimen trees under Article III of Municipal Code Chapter 28. A tree qualifies as heritage if it carries local historical significance, marks a key period of the city's growth such as a windrow or European Olive tree, is a federally or state protected species, or is flagged by the city manager for its size, condition or aesthetic value.

Fontana Heritage Tree Protection Rules

Some Restrictions

Fontana Municipal Code Sec. 28-63

Heritage tree means any tree which: (1)Is of historical value because of its association with a place, building, natural feature or event of local, regional or national historical significance as identified by city council resolution; or(2)Is representative of a significant period of the city's growth or development (windrow tree, European Olive tree); or(3)Is a protected or endangered species ...

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

Tree Protection in San Bernardino County