Tree removal permit rules in Twain Harte, CA — sometimes called heritage tree, protected tree, or street tree ordinances — list which trees require a permit before you can cut them down.
Tuolumne County does not have a heritage tree ordinance but requires tree management under Chapter 8.14 (Hazardous Vegetation Management). Dead tree removal is mandated for fire safety. The Tuolumne Fire Safe Council offers free defensible space assistance to qualifying residents.
Chapter 8.14 prescribes removal of dead trees and fallen branches as part of hazardous vegetation management. PRC §4291 may require tree removal within 100 feet of structures for defensible space. The Tuolumne Fire Safe Council, funded by CAL FIRE, assists low-income seniors and disabled residents with defensible space including removal of trees up to 12 inches dbh. Property owner agreement is needed for trees 10 inches or greater. The program is countywide and treats approximately 425 structures over 4 years.
Unauthorized removal: $500 to $10,000 per tree. Replacement planting required. Street tree damage: city restitution costs.
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