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Tree Protection in Union City, CA (2026)

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

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Tree Removal Permits

Union City requires a Public Works tree permit to remove or trim a significant tree under UCMC 12.16.170. Residential trees of 35-inch circumference and commercial/vacant trees of 12-inch circumference are protected, with replacement-value penalties.

Union City Tree Removal Permit: Significant Trees Protected Citywide

Heavy Restrictions

Looking for Alameda County county-wide rules?

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

Tree Protection in Alameda County