Who is responsible for planting or removing trees on city street terraces?
The adjacent property owner is responsible for the maintenance and care of city street terraces, including tree selection, tree planting, tree maintenance, and tree removal (as defined in City Ordinance 12.32.010). Care and maintenance the owner is responsible for includes pruning tree limbs to a height of 15′ above the city street and 7′ above the sidewalk. Trees and vegetation must be kept 25′ back from intersections to provide a safe line of vision in that intersection.
