Do I need a permit to remove a tree? It really depends on the city you live in. Most cities have tree preservation ordinance which protects the tree removal for some trees but not for all. In Stockton, you need permission to remove heritage oak and other trees which are older or larger in size. We are Bloom Tree Trimming Service. We offer tree trimming and tree removal services in Stockton, CA.
Some factors determining which trees needs permit:
- Size of the tree
- Proximity to your home
- Dead tree
- Dangerous tree
- Hazardous tree
- Rare species
- Roots going through the side walk
- Creates concreate/foundation problems
- Moving tree trunks
- Several large decay columns
- Significant damage around the tree
- Structural defects
Why does the city tell you what to do in your property?
Even though a tree is in your property, it is seen as communities’ tree. Because:
- Benefits the whole community
- Lowers the temperature
- Create shads
- Reduces the amount of electricity needed during summer
- Cleans air
- Soil erosion
- Brings birdlife
- Makes the city a happier place
Most of the time the larger trees are the ones which are regulated, smaller ones can be removed without any permit.
Some permit required exceptions are:
- Tree is dead
- Tree is a hazard to the property or person
According to Ordinance 117, the city tree inspector has the right to enter your property to inspect the health of the tree which is requested to be removed. If the inspector approves the tree removal, you can hire a professional arborist and proceed with the tree removal process. If not, then have the arborist work on a detailed report on why the tree is Hazardous to person/property
Always looks for a licensed arborist, make sure you take pictures of the tree before bringing it down, for evidence and memory.
If the city has any problems approving your tree removal request, consult our arborist team and write a professional report on the tree damage, tree quality and structural integrity of the tree. And finally, according to the cities rules, why it needs to be removed?.
If the city disapproves your tree removal request, appeal to the planning and development service, if they don’t approve your request then going to the court is the final resort.
Some times trees in the shared properties needs approval from all the concerned parties. HOA needs approval from all the board members first.
Useful information about Stockton Tree Removal
Tree Division Contact information:
- Phone: (209) 937-8317 – Weekdays
- Phone: (209) 937-8341 – After Hours
Protected trees of Stockton:
- Heritage oak
At Bloom tree trimming service in Stockton, We have certified professional arborist in staff, who can come in and assess your tree problem and offers remedy. Our team is very efficient and prompt in responding, we love our trees and our customers, we do the best for both the trees and the clients.
When it comes to emergency tree removal, our team is well trained and have years of experience in handling tree of any size. Our process is to come in and assess the problem, write up a proposal, give the homeowner a free estimate. Next is to schedule the tree removal and execute it.
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