Tree removal permit rules in Ventura, CA — sometimes called heritage tree, protected tree, or street tree ordinances — list which trees require a permit before you can cut them down.
City of Ventura may require permits for removal of significant trees under SBMC Title 24 zoning provisions. Oak trees and heritage trees may have additional protections. Contact City Planning at (805) 654-7893 before removing large trees.
Ventura has tree protection provisions covering certain species and sizes. Protected trees typically include native oaks, sycamores, and designated heritage trees with significant trunk diameters. A tree removal permit from Community Development is required before removing protected trees. The permit process may require an arborist report and replacement planting. Street trees and trees on public property are managed by the city's Public Works Department and cannot be removed by residents. Private property trees that are not protected species generally don't require permits.
Removing a protected tree without a permit: $500-$10,000 per tree plus replacement at 2:1 to 10:1 ratios. Damaging public trees: restitution at full replacement value (often $5,000-$50,000 for mature trees). Violation attaches to the property for disclosure purposes.
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