Amarillo requires property owners to maintain trees so branches do not obstruct sidewalks, streets, or sight lines. Trees overhanging public rights-of-way must provide adequate clearance for pedestrians and vehicles.
Property owners in Amarillo are responsible for maintaining trees on their property. Branches overhanging sidewalks must be trimmed to at least 8 feet of clearance, and branches over streets must provide at least 14 feet of clearance. Trees at intersections must not block sight triangles for drivers. The city may trim or remove hazardous trees in the public right-of-way. Xcel Energy and other utility providers may trim trees near power lines. Dead or diseased trees that pose a hazard may be ordered removed.
The city may issue notices requiring trimming. If not addressed, the city may trim at the owner's expense.
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