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Tree Protection in Oceanside, CA (2026)

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

Verified from official government sources

Parkway Planting

You can't plant, trim or remove a parkway tree in Oceanside on your own authority. Sec. 31A.1 gives the superintendent of parks and recreation exclusive jurisdiction and supervision over every tree, shrub, hedge, plant and grassy area planted or growing in streets, public areas and parkways citywide.

Oceanside Parkway Tree Planting Authority

Significant Restrictions

Oceanside, CA, City Code Sec. 31A.1 (Jurisdiction and Supervision of Superintendent of Parks and Recreation), Chapter 31A Street Trees and Other Vegetation

The superintendent of the parks and recreation department of the city appointed pursuant to section 21.6, shall have exclusive jurisdiction and supervision over all trees, shrubs, hedges, plants and grassy areas planted or growing in streets, public areas and parkways in the city.

Looking for San Diego County county-wide rules?

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

Tree Protection in San Diego County