Camarillo requires property owners to maintain trees that overhang public streets and sidewalks with adequate clearance. CMC Title 13 (Streets, Sidewalks and Parks) governs public tree maintenance. Street trees are managed by the city's Public Works department. Property owners may need permits to trim or remove certain protected trees.
CMC Title 13 requires property owners to maintain trees on their property that overhang public streets and sidewalks. Minimum clearance is typically 8 feet over sidewalks and 14 feet over streets. Trees that obstruct traffic signs, signals, or street lighting must be trimmed promptly. Street trees planted in the public right-of-way are city property and may only be trimmed or removed by the city or with city permission. CMC Title 20 (Development Control) may include tree protection provisions for certain species and sizes. Property owners who damage or remove protected trees without authorization face penalties. Tree trimming that affects neighboring properties is governed by California Civil Code. Overhanging branches may be trimmed to the property line by the neighbor without the tree owner's permission, but the neighbor cannot damage the tree. Many Camarillo HOAs manage common area trees through professional arborist services and require owner approval before trimming trees visible from common areas.
Failure to maintain adequate clearance over public walkways may result in notices from Public Works. Unauthorized removal of street trees or protected trees violates applicable codes. Contact Public Works for street tree issues or Community Development at (805) 388-5360 for tree regulations.
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