Tree Protection in Modoc County, CA (2026)

1 rule for unincorporated Modoc County, California.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Modoc County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Tree Removal Permits

Unincorporated Modoc County has no tree-removal permit program for private trees. The county code establishes no heritage-tree or tree-preservation ordinance, and Title 18 zoning contains no tree provisions. Commercial timber harvesting is instead permitted by the State of California (CAL FIRE) under the Forest Practice Act, not by a county permit.

Modoc County Tree Removal Permits

Few Restrictions

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