Garden Grove has a tree ordinance protecting city-owned street trees. Residents may not trim, damage, or remove city street trees without prior approval. Private trees on residential property are the owner's responsibility to maintain.
Under the Garden Grove tree ordinance, city-owned street trees are protected. Residents may not trim, remove, damage, or interfere with any city street tree without prior written approval from the Public Works Department. The city maintains street trees on its schedule and residents can request service by contacting Public Works. Private trees on residential property are the property owner's responsibility to maintain. Property owners must ensure private trees do not create hazards, obstruct sidewalks or streets, or encroach on neighboring properties. Tree planting for new development must include 40% minimum 24-inch box trees and 60% minimum 15-gallon trees under GGMC Section 9.18.120. Dead, diseased, or hazardous trees must be removed at the owner's expense.
Unauthorized trimming or removal of city street trees may result in fines and restitution for replacement costs. Private tree maintenance violations are enforced through Code Enforcement nuisance provisions.
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