Arlington regulates tree planting in the parkway strip between sidewalk and curb. Title 5 tree ordinance and Public Works street-tree standards control species, spacing, and root-zone protection to prevent sidewalk damage and utility conflicts.
Arlington Title 5 tree-protection rules and Public Works street-tree standards govern parkway plantings. Property owners typically install and maintain trees in the parkway strip fronting their property but must select from an approved species list emphasizing drought tolerance and limited root-heaving potential. Live oak, cedar elm, and Mexican plum appear frequently; Bradford pears and other invasive or weak-wooded species are discouraged or prohibited. Spacing requirements maintain visibility triangles at intersections and clearance from fire hydrants, streetlights, and overhead utilities. Permits are required for parkway-tree removal, and replacement is generally required when healthy specimens are taken down. The city maintains street trees on arterials and in special districts like the Entertainment District.
Unpermitted parkway-tree removal triggers replacement requirements plus mitigation fees up to 1,000 dollars depending on caliper inches removed under Title 5 enforcement provisions.
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