Trees and plants in the parkway strip between sidewalk and curb in Anaheim are governed by AMC Title 13 and city street tree standards, requiring approved species, an encroachment or planting permit, and city inspection.
The parkway is public right-of-way managed by Anaheim Public Works. Property owners maintain parkway plantings adjacent to their lots but must use species from the city's approved street tree list, follow spacing from utilities and corners, and obtain a no-fee street tree permit before planting. Removal of an existing parkway tree requires Public Works approval and typically replacement at one-to-one or higher ratios. APU overhead lines and recycled-water meters create additional setback rules. Edible-yard parkway gardens are allowed only with low-growing groundcover and clear sight lines preserved.
Planting a non-approved species, blocking sight lines at corners, or removing a parkway tree without approval can trigger removal-at-owner-cost, replacement requirements, and fines under AMC Title 13.
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