Property owners in Huntington Beach must maintain trees to provide adequate clearance over sidewalks and streets. The city maintains street trees in the public right-of-way.
Huntington Beach requires property owners to maintain trees so branches do not obstruct sidewalks (8-foot clearance) or streets (14-foot clearance). The city's Public Works department manages trees in the public right-of-way and conducts regular trimming cycles. Property owners should not trim city trees without permission. Neighbors may trim branches extending over their property line. The city has palm trees and other species that require specialized maintenance.
Property owners who fail to maintain clearance may receive notices and fines. Damaging city trees may result in replacement costs.
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