Yes for any private tree larger than 38 inches around the trunk – about 12 inches in diameter – whatever the species (City Code Chapter 35). The process is friendlier than most:
- No permit fee
- Typical processing in about ten working days
- Approval criteria: dead, dying, diseased, structurally unsound, or reasonable property use
Skipping it is the expensive route: per-tree fines plus replacement plantings equal to the removed tree’s appraised value. We fold the permit into every Redwood City job – the ten-day window just becomes part of the schedule.
Why Homeowners Trust Us
Professional tree care backed by experience, safety, and guaranteed results.
Fully Licensed & Fully Protected
Licensed professionals with full liability and workers’ compensation coverage for your peace of mind.
40+ Years of Proven Expertise
Decades of hands-on experience delivering safe, precise, and reliable tree care services.
Emergency Tree Removal – 24/7
Available around the clock to handle urgent and hazardous tree situations.
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We leave your property spotless — no debris, no mess, no worries.
