Newport News requires property owners to maintain trees overhanging public rights-of-way. Minimum clearance is 8 feet over sidewalks and 14 feet over streets. City-maintained trees require authorization.
Property owners must trim trees overhanging public sidewalks (8-foot minimum clearance) and streets (14-foot minimum clearance). Dead or hazardous trees must be promptly addressed. The city maintains trees on public property. Removing right-of-way trees requires city authorization. This tree trimming rule under Newport News's landscaping ordinances applies to properties within Newport News city limits. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Newport News code enforcement directly or consult the official Virginia municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
Failure to maintain clearances results in code enforcement notices. The city may trim at the owner's expense.
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