San Joaquin County does not require permits for trimming trees on private property in most unincorporated areas. Trees in county road rights-of-way require Public Works approval before trimming. Heritage or specimen trees in specific overlay zones may be protected.
Private property tree trimming in unincorporated San Joaquin County generally does not require a permit unless the property is within a specific development that imposed tree protection conditions or is in a zone with a heritage tree overlay. County road right-of-way trees require Public Works approval; encroachment permits may be needed for work in the county road right-of-way (contact 209-468-3090). When trimming trees near power lines, PG&E clearance requirements apply — contact PG&E at 1-800-743-5000 before trimming near utility lines. CA Civil Code §833 permits a property owner to trim branches of a neighbor's tree to the property line at their own expense.
Unauthorized trimming of county right-of-way trees: fine and required replacement. Tree damage during construction without protection: required remediation.
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