Tree Removal & Heritage Trees: Corona vs Murrieta

Removing a Corona street tree requires a free Public Works permit under CMC 12.40 with 1:1 replacement. Private trees are usually exempt unless protected natives in the Hillside Overlay.

Removing trees on private residential property in Murrieta generally does not require a city permit unless the tree is a protected native oak, is subject to a conditioned landscape plan, or is in a sensitive habitat area under the MSHCP. Parkway and street trees require city approval before removal.