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Landscaping Rules in Redondo Beach, CA (2026)

2 verified landscaping rules for Redondo Beach, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Tree Removal & Heritage Trees

Only the City and City-authorized contractors may trim, remove or relocate a public tree in Redondo Beach without prior Public Works Director authorization. Removing a public tree without approval draws a fine equal to the tree's value or $15,000, whichever is greater, plus the cost of five replacement trees. The chapter covers trees in the right-of-way, parks and on City property, not private residential trees.

Redondo Beach Public Tree Removal Permit

Significant Restrictions

Redondo Beach Municipal Code §§ 5-11.03, 5-11.08

(a) Only the City and City-authorized contractors may trim, carve, remove, severely prune or relocate a public tree absent prior authorization by the Public Works Director or designee. ... Any person who removes a public tree shall be subject to a fine equivalent to the valuation of the subject tree as determined by the Urban Forestry Manager or Fifteen Thousand and no/100ths ($15,000.00) Dolla...

Weed Ordinances

Redondo Beach caps weeds and plant growth on any property at four inches under its adoption of the International Property Maintenance Code. Grasses, annual plants and other vegetation above that line, and any noxious weeds regardless of height, put the owner in violation and open the door to an enforcement notice.

Redondo Beach Weed and Grass Height Limit

Some Restrictions

Redondo Beach Municipal Code § 9-24.04

Section 302.4 of the International Property Maintenance Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth in excess of four inches. Noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all grasses, annual plants and vegetation, other than trees or shrubs; provided, however, this term shall not include cultivated...

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