Tree Protection in Santa Monica, CA (2026)
1 verified tree protection rules for Santa Monica, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Parkway Planting
Planting, trimming, or altering any tree or plant in the parkway strip (the area between curb and sidewalk) requires a City permit, and the Director of Community and Cultural Services has exclusive authority to supervise all work on public trees.
Tree Protection: Parkway Planting
Significant RestrictionsSanta Monica Municipal Code § 7.40.090; § 7.40.110
§ 7.40.010(c). Parkways. That portion of a public street right-of-way lying between the curb and sidewalk. § 7.40.090. Responsibility of Director. It shall be the duty of the Director to supervise the planting, trimming, pruning, maintenance, removal, and care for all trees, shrubs, or plants located in any street, sidewalk, parkway, alley or other public property within the City. § 7.40.110(...
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