Downey's Urban Forest Management Plan governs street and median tree maintenance. The Director oversees all parkway tree planting, pruning, and removal. Property owners may not trim or remove street trees without authorization.
The Trees, Parks, and Grounds Maintenance Division within the Public Works Department oversees city tree maintenance and park landscaping. Private property owners are responsible for maintaining trees on their own lots. Downey's drought-tolerant landscape program encourages replacement of turf with water-efficient plants. New landscaping must incorporate drought-tolerant plants, ground covers, shrubs, and trees to the maximum extent possible. Fast-growing broad-head trees (24-inch box or greater) are preferred for shading.
Tree maintenance affecting public right-of-way requires coordination with Public Works. Overgrown trees causing safety hazards are subject to code enforcement.
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Downey regulates leaf blower noise under its general noise ordinance. Gas-powered leaf blowers must comply with the 85 dBA construction equipment limit and o...
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Downey prohibits amplified music that exceeds ambient noise levels by more than 5 dBA at the property line. Quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM carry stricter lim...
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Industrial noise in Downey must not exceed established ambient levels by more than 5 dBA at the receiving property line. Corrective factors apply during dayt...
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California law (AB 1236) requires streamlined permitting for EV charging stations. Downey must provide expedited permits for residential EVSE installations. ...
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Driveway modifications in Downey require approval from Planning and possibly Engineering. Paving projects in the front yard area must meet development standa...
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Downey restricts oversized vehicle parking on public and residential streets. RVs must obtain permits under DMC 3182.5. Emergency parking allowed for 24 hour...
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