When street trees or required landscape trees are removed in Corona, replacement is required at minimum 1:1, often 2:1 for mature specimens. Replacement species must come from the city's approved street tree list and be planted within 90 days of removal.
Corona's tree replacement requirements apply primarily to public right-of-way trees, trees in commercial and multi-family landscape plans, and trees specified in approved subdivision improvements. Standard replacement is one new 24-inch box tree for each removed tree. Trees with trunk diameter over 12 inches typically require 2:1 replacement, and exceptional specimens may require 3:1 in lieu fees if on-site replacement is not feasible. Approved street tree species are listed in the Corona Master Street Tree Plan and include drought-tolerant options such as Chinese pistache, crape myrtle, ginkgo, and California sycamore. Palm trees are generally not approved as street tree replacements due to limited shade and high maintenance. Replacement plantings must be installed within 90 days of removal during the planting season (October-April preferred), and the property owner is responsible for establishment watering for the first three years. Failure to replace required trees can result in citations and assessment of replacement costs against the property. Developers contributing to a tree mitigation in-lieu fund support citywide reforestation projects.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Corona code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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