West Covina regulates tree trimming on public property and street trees. Private tree trimming near power lines should be coordinated with SCE. The city maintains street trees through Public Works.
The West Covina Development Code establishes a regular maintenance schedule including checking, adjusting, and repairing irrigation equipment; resetting controllers; aerating and dethatching turf; replenishing mulch; fertilizing; pruning; and weeding. The Landscape Maintenance District provides enhanced landscaping maintenance in designated areas. Invasive plant species listed on the California Invasive Plant Council inventory are prohibited. Climate-appropriate, drought-tolerant, and native species are emphasized for new plantings. Previously, a minimum 3-foot clearance was maintained between plant material and adjacent fences/walls in LMD areas.
Property owners are responsible for tree maintenance on private property. Overgrown trees creating hazards are subject to code enforcement.
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West Covina regulates industrial noise under Chapter 15, Article IV (Noise Regulations). Noise from industrial activities must not exceed ambient levels by m...
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West Covina prohibits amplified music and sound devices between 10 PM and 7 AM if audible at 50 ft from the property line. Daytime noise that unreasonably di...
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West Covina regulates driveway parking through its zoning and vehicle codes. Parking must be on improved surfaces. Front yard parking on non-paved areas is p...
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West Covina regulates street parking under Chapter 22 (Traffic Regulations). Vehicles parked on public streets for 72+ hours may be cited as abandoned under ...
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