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NEWPORT BEACH
" City Council Staff Report
August 11, 2015
Agenda Item No. SS5
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: Mike Pisani, Acting Municipal Operations Department Director — (949) 644 -3055,
mpisani @newportbeachca.gov
PREPARED BY: Cynthia Owens, Administrative Manager
PHONE: 949- 644 -3057
TITLE: Tree Policies: Proposed Revisions to City Council Policies G -1 (Retention or
Removal of City Trees) and G -6 (Maintenance and Planting of Parkway Trees)
ABSTRACT:
City Council Policies G -1 (Retention or Removal of City Trees) and G -6 (Maintenance and Planting of
Parkway Trees) are proposed to be revised to clarify the Policies and bring them up to date with current
practices, Department name, and staff position titles.
RECOMMENDATION:
The Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Commission (PB &R) has completed its review of the city's two major
Council policies that affect trees. G -1 involves how trees are removed, and G -6 involves options for
parkway trees. Staff welcomes the Council's input on PB &R's recommendations before bringing these
back for Council's consideration later.
FUNDING REQUIREMENTS:
This item itself has no new funding requirements. Please note, too, that the City already has been utilizing
the proposed increase in box size for new trees since the revision to Policy G -1 (Retention or Removal of
City Trees) was adopted by City Council in 2011. The proposed revision to Policy G -6 increasing the box
size from 24" to 36" will align the language in Policy G -6 with the language already present in Policy G -1.
DISCUSSION:
Policy G -1 (Retention or Removal of City Trees)
This policy (Attachment A) establishes definitive standards for the retention, removal, maintenance,
reforestation, tree trimming standards and supplemental trimming of City trees. City trees are an important
part of the character and charm of the entire city and provide environmental benefits. Regular care,
trimming, root pruning, maintenance, and programmed replacement are necessary to preserve this charm
while at the same time protecting views consistent with Policy G -3 (Preservation of Views), providing
personal safety, and preventing public and private property damage.
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Policy G -6 (Maintenance and Planting of Parkway Trees)
This policy (Attachment B) provides guidelines for the pruning of City trees, standards and specifications for
the planting of parkway trees and defines the Street Tree Designation list (Attachment C). The Street Tree
Designation List adopted by City Council is utilized by the Municipal Operations Department to determine
the appropriate species of tree to plant in new subdivisions and give guidance for the replacement of trees
in established parkways, when trees have been removed in accordance with Policy G -1.
Background
Policy G -1, which was initially adopted in 1966, provides guidelines that govern the maintenance and
protection of the 34,344 trees in the City's urban forest. The policy was last revised in 2011.
Policy G -6, which was initially adopted in 1982, provides guidelines that govern the maintenance and
planting of parkway trees and delineates the responsibility to maintain a Street Tree Designation List. The
policy was last revised in 2004.
In September 2013, the Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission (PB &R) created two Ad Hoc
Committees to work with staff to revise both Policy G -1 and G -6. The goals of the revision to these policies
included:
Simplify Policy G -1 regarding the approval process for tree removal;
Align the language in Policy G -6 with existing language in other policies;
Clarify nomenclature for the trees;
Present the policies in a more easily understood manner; and
Modify the policies to reflect the current name of the Department and position titles.
At the September 13, 2014, PB &R meeting, staff presented drafts of G -1 & G -6 to the Commission. The
Commission accepted public comments at that meeting and directed City staff to solicit comments from
homeowner associations and other interested parties.
Following that meeting, staff sent homeowner associations and interested parties copies of the Staff
Reports and draft policies. The Corona del Mar Residents Association (CdMRA) was the only entity to
provide comments on the revisions to the policies. Staff and the Ad Hoc Committees met with CdMRA to
review their comments and further refined both policies.
On December 2, 2014, the revisions to Policy G -1 (Attachment D) & G -6 (Attachment E) were presented to
PB &R. After receipt of public comments, the Commission voted unanimously to forward the revised
policies to City Council for their review and approval.
Summary of Revisions to Policy G -1 (Retention or Removal of City Trees)
Classification of Trees
Current Policy
Each public tree in the City is classified one of three ways: as a Special Tree, a Problem Tree, or an "All
Other" tree. Special Trees are defined as Landmark, Dedicated, or Neighborhood trees. These trees have
historical significance, are dedicated in someone's honor, or give character to a neighborhood or location.
Problem trees are defined as trees that cause excessive hardscape or utility damage due to the tree's
extensive root system. This policy identifies eight species of trees as Problem Trees.
Proposed Policy Change
All Other Trees make up 95% of the City's urban forest. We recommend that this category of trees
be renamed as "Standard Trees" as they constitute a majority of City owned trees.
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Removal of Trees
Current Policy
a. The process to remove trees requires the property owner to complete an application for removal of a
City tree. A City staff member may also initiate the removal action. The City's Arborist, Landscape
Manager, Municipal Operations Department Director, Risk Manager and City Manager then review the
request and sign off on the form prior to the tree removal. If the tree is a Special Tree, it is then presented
to the Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission for approval. City Council Policy G -1 states that Special
Trees are to be retained unless they are diseased, dying, or are creating a hazardous situation.
b. Problem Trees that have a documented and repeated history of damaging City infrastructure may also
be removed under the current policy. In order to keep Problem Trees from being newly planted as part of
the City urban reforestation process, their species are presently banned from the Street Tree Designation
List.
c. Standard Trees may be removed under similar criteria listed for Special and /or Problem Trees.
Proposed Policy Change
a. The proposed revision will still require the City Manager to recommend the removal of a Special Tree
before it is forwarded to the Commission for review; however, the City's Risk Manager is no longer part of
the review process. This will assist in expediting the review process.
b. The proposed amendment to G -1 now declares that Problem Trees may be included on the Street
Tree Designation List if that particular tree has already been designated as a Special Tree.
c. In order to accelerate and simplify the approval process to remove a Standard Tree that is diseased,
dead, or creating a hazardous situation, Policy G -1 has been revised to remove the Risk Manager and City
Manager from the approval process. This will allow the Municipal Operations Department to be more
responsive to a resident's request to have a Standard Tree removed.
Reforestation
Proposed Policy Change
A clarifying sentence has been added that ensures the authority for approval of the reforestation application
lies with PB &R. The sentence states: "The completed reforestation application will go to the Commission
to decide whether to accept or deny the requested reforestation."
Special Trees List
Proposed Policy Change
The list of Special Trees has been revised to incorporate newly dedicated trees. Dedicated trees are
defined as those trees that have been donated to the City by a resident. Typically, this is done to honor the
memory of a loved one. Additionally, certain Special Trees have been removed since the last revision due
to the large size of the trees and damage that can occur to the public right -of -way.
Summary of Revisions to Policy G -6 (Maintenance and Planting of Parkway Trees)
Minimum Tree Size
Current Policy
Policy G -6 requires newly planted trees to be 24" box in size.
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Proposed Policv Chanae
It was recommended and accepted by both the Ad Hoc Committee and PB &R that the standard tree size
be increased from 24" to 36" box in order to align the language in G -6 with G -1.
The instructions for planting trees have been removed from G -6 and will be posted on the Municipal
Operations Department website.
Minimum Distance for Parkway Tree Planting
Current Policv
Presently, in the section of G -6 that references the general requirements of parkway tree planting, the
distance from driveway approaches that a tree can be planted is ten (10) feet.
Proposed Policy Change
City staff, the Ad Hoc Committee, and PB &R recommended decreasing this distance to five (5) feet to be
consistent with Policy L -2 (Driveway Approaches).
Street Tree Designation List
Current Policv
Policy G -6 currently lists a single variety of tree for virtually every street in the city. This is problematic for
both City staff and the public for several reasons. First, arborists recommend that a street should include
multiple species of trees planted in order to ensure that not every tree on a street will become diseased or
infected. Having only one species of tree present on a street can lead to severe damage and /or death to
every tree on a particular street should a disease establish itself or an insect infestation occurs. In the city,
this has occurred to both pine and palm trees in Corona del Mar as well as to Eucalyptus trees
communitywide.
Second, many of the trees on the Street Tree Designation List are not appropriate for the parkway size on
individual streets. Oftentimes, the trees that have been planted are too large for the size of the parkway.
This can cause damage to hardscape as the tree reaches maturity.
Finally, many Newport Beach residents consider the current list to be too restrictive as they prefer other
trees than the single species of tree identified for their particular street. An example of this would be a
resident who is landscaping his or her yard with drought tolerant plants and the City -owned tree in the yard
is a pine tree. The pine tree would be inconsistent with the theme the resident was attempting to achieve in
redesigning the landscape.
Proposed Policy Change
City staff met with the City tree services contractor to develop a list of trees that are appropriate for the
various parkway sizes present throughout the City. The list (Attachment F) includes multiple species for
each parkway size. It should be noted that the minimum parkway size for a particular tree is listed;
therefore, a resident with a four -foot parkway could select trees from the two -, three -, and four -foot parkway
portions of the list. It is important to note that Staff and the Ad Hoc Committee retained the designated
street trees for individual streets within certain neighborhoods with active homeowner associations, the
Fashion Island area, and other streets with specifically designed and /or themed landscaping.
The revised Street Tree Designation list is intended to evolve over time. Staff will review this list annually
and makes changes when appropriate which could lead to the addition of new trees and the removal of
other trees, based upon availability or new species. All modifications to the Street Tree Designation List
require approval of PB &R as well as City Council.
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Change of Nomenclature
Proposed Policy Change
In reviewing Policy G -6, staff and the Ad Hoc Committee agreed that the reference to the General Services
Department throughout the policy needed to be modified to Municipal Operations Department in order to
match the current name of the Department that is entrusted with enacting the guidelines of this policy.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
Staff recommends the City Council find this action is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act
( "CEQA ") pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable
indirect physical change in the environment) and 15060(c)(3) (the activity is not a project as defined in
Section 15378) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, because it
has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.
NOTICING:
The agenda item has been noticed according to the Brown Act (72 hours in advance of the meeting at
which the City Council considers the item).
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Attachment A - Existing City Council Policy G -1 (Retention of City Trees)
Attachment B - Existing City Council Policy G -6 (Maintenance and Planting of Parkway Trees)
Attachment C - Street Tree Designation List
Attachment D - Proposed City Council Policy G -1
Attachment E - Proposed City Council Policy G -6
Attachment F - Parkway Tree Designation List
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ATTACHMENT A
RETENTION OR REMOVAL OF CITY TREES
GOAL OF POLICY
G -1
To establish and maintain appropriate diversity in tree species and age classes to
provide a stable and sustainable urban forest with an inventory that the City can
reasonably maintain in a healthy and non - hazardous condition. To require that in
approving any tree removal or reforestation request the PB &R Commission shall find
that the tree removal request will not adversely impact the overall inventory, diversity
and age of the City's Urban Forest.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to establish definitive standards for the retention, removal,
maintenance, reforestation, tree trimming standards, and supplemental trimming of
City trees. City trees are an important part of the character and charm of the entire City
and provide environmental benefits as well. Regular care, trimming, root pruning,
maintenance, and programmed replacement are necessary to preserve this charm while
at the same time protecting views consistent with Council Policy G -3 and preventing
public and private property damage.
The City classifies public trees in one of three categories: Special Trees, Problem Trees,
and All Other Trees.
SPECIAL CITY TREES
It is the City's policy to retain City trees categorized as Landmark, Dedicated, or
Neighborhood trees, which have historical significance, and /or contribute to and give
character to a location or to an entire neighborhood. Landmark, Dedicated, and
Neighborhood trees are identified by species by Attachment 1, and shall hereinafter be
referred to as Special Trees. Trees within these categories shall be identified, mapped,
recorded and administered by staff for the Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
( "Commission'). The Commission shall review the Special Tree list on an as needed
basis and forward recommendations for additions or deletions to the City Council for
approval.
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Landmark Trees are identified as those individual Special Trees that possess historical
significance by virtue of their size, age, location, or species.
Dedicated Trees are Special Trees donated for or in the memory of specific individuals
or organizations.
Neighborhood Trees are Special Trees that by their unusual size, number, species, or
location lend a special character to a residential, commercial, or business area.
Special Trees shall be retained, unless there are overriding problems, such as death,
disease, or the creation of a hazardous situation, which require their removal. Prior to
consideration for any removal of a Special Tree(s), the General Services Director, or
designee, shall prepare a report identifying and implementing specific treatment to
retain the tree(s). If specific treatment is unsuccessful or impractical in retaining a
tree(s) then a full staff report shall be made to the Commission before any further action
considering removal is taken. Prior to any removal of Special Tree(s), the City must
comply with the noticing provisions of the Removal of City Trees section set forth in
this Policy, unless a Special Tree is considered hazardous that necessitates an
emergency removal. Any such removal must be recommended by the General Services
Director and the Risk Manager and approved by the City Manager.
During normal sidewalk, curb, and street repair activity requiring root pruning, all
steps shall be taken to retain Special Trees. If tree roots are to be pruned in association
with sidewalk, curb, and gutter improvements, sufficient timing in advance must be
planned to ensure that pruning will not destabilize or kill the tree. If both sides of a
Special Tree's roots are to be pruned, one side should be pruned 6 months to a year in
advance of the other side depending upon the species and other related factors. If root
pruning methods are not practical and /or critical to the health of the tree, then alternate
or special hardscape improvements should be considered by the City in order to retain
the tree providing that costs are reasonable. All proposed root pruning or other tree
treatment shall be assessed and approved by the Urban Forester.
Special Trees may be considered for removal in conjunction with a City Council
approved beautification project utilizing the Removal of City Trees procedures noted in
a subsequent section of the Policy.
PROBLEM TREES
A Problem Tree is defined as a tree that by virtue of its species causes excessive
hardscape or utility damage due to its excessive root system. The following trees are
defined as Problem Trees:
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• Ficus nitida (Indian Laurel Fig)
• Ficus rubiginosa (Rusty Leaf Fig)
• Ficus benjamina (Weeping Fig)
• Erythrina caffra (Kaffirboom Coral Tree)
• Fraxinus uhdei (Shamel Ash)
• Cupaniopsis anacardioides (Carrotwood)
• Liquidambar styraciflua (American Sweet Gum)
• Schinus terebinthifolius (Brazilian Pepper)
Problem Trees shall not be designated as parkway trees on the Designated Street Tree
List.
Problem Trees that are not designated Special Trees may be removed for the following
reasons:
A. The City tree has had a repeated history of damaging public or private sewers,
water mains, roadways, sidewalks, curbs, walls, fences, underground utilities, or
foundations based on City records or other competent and reliable authority.
Water or sewer stoppage that results from tree roots and causes significant
documented private property damage (greater than $500) shall be sufficient
criterion for tree removal.
B. The City tree has had repeated history of significant interference with street or
sidewalk drainage, despite specific treatment by the City to alleviate repeated
damage.
C. The City tree has created, in the opinion of the Urban Forester, a view
impediment that cannot be resolved by normal nor alternative tree trimming
procedures.
Problem Trees may be proposed for removal by either staff or private property owners.
The authority to remove Problem Trees rests with the City Manager. No more than 250
Problem Trees may be removed per year by staff under these criteria without special
approval of the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Commission. In removals under
Sections A & B above, no more than one of three parkway trees in a continuous row
may be removed in a three year period without a hearing before the Commission.
Replacement trees of a 24 -inch box size may be planted if funding permits. Staff is
responsible for notifying the adjacent property owner, the legally established
homeowners association, and the Councilperson of the district where the removal is
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proposed, if applicable, of the intent to remove a Problem Tree. The decision by the
City Manager to remove a problem tree is final unless called up by at least one
Councilperson. The Urban Forester shall report the removal of Problem Trees on a
monthly basis to the Commission. The cost to remove and replace Problem Trees will
be the sole responsibility of the City based on availability of funding, with the exception
of Category C (view), which is the sole responsibility of the applicant.
ALL OTHER CITY TREES
A City tree which is not designated as a Special or Problem Tree is designated as an All
Other Tree. It is the City's policy to retain All Other Trees unless removal is necessary
for one of the following reasons:
A. The City tree has had a repeated history of damaging public or private sewers,
water mains, roadways, sidewalks, curbs, walls, fences, underground utilities, or
foundations based on City records or other competent and reliable authority.
Water or sewer stoppage that results from tree roots and causes significant
public or private property damage (greater than $500) shall be sufficient criterion
for tree removal.
B. The City tree has had a repeated history - of significant interference with street or
sidewalk drainage.
C. The City tree is dead, diseased, dying, or hazardous, and presents a liability to
the City. A dead tree is one that has been assessed by the Urban Forester and
found to have deceased. Diseased trees are defined as those trees that cannot be
cured by current arboricultural methods, are in an advanced state of decline, and
have no prospect of recovery. Dying trees are those that have no prospect of
recovery. Hazardous trees are defined as those that are defective, have a
potential to fail, and would cause damage to persons and property upon failure.
The Urban Forester will perform a hazard assessment whenever a tree is
identified as hazardous. The assessment will identify: structural defects of the
tree, parts of the tree most likely to fail, targets where imminent personal injury
or property damage may result with tree failure, and procedures or actions
necessary to abate the hazard. After assessment, the Urban Forester will
expeditiously convey his written findings and recommendations to the Risk
Manager for evaluation. If the Risk Manager agrees with the Urban Forester
findings to remove a tree, the hazardous tree will be removed without further
delay. In the case of imminent tree failure, the Parks and Trees Maintenance
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Superintendent or the Urban Forester shall have the authority to direct the
removal of a hazardous tree.
D. The tree(s) have been requested to be removed in conjunction with a City
Council- approved City, commercial, neighborhood, or community association
beautification program,
E. The City Manager, upon the advice of the General Services Director, City
Attorney, Risk Manager or the Traffic Engineer, shall have the authority to
remove individual Problem or All Other Trees to resolve claims or safety issues.
REMOVAL OF CITY TREES
The initiation to remove (Special or All Other) City tree(s) may be made by the staff of
the General Services, and /or Public Works Departments, a legally established
community association, or a private property owner by making application to the
General Services Director, utilizing the City tree removal form. The provisions and
procedures of this Section of the Policy do not apply to the Problem Tree nor
Reforestation tree removal processes, which are described in other sections of this
Policy. Special Trees may be considered for removal under the provisions of this
Section provided a special report by the General Services Director is provided to the
Commission detailing the necessity of removal and any specific previous treatment of
the tree.
After receipt of the application, a Tree Inspection Report shall be prepared by the City's
Urban Forester (Attachment 2) to determine if the tree(s) meets the criteria outlined in
the above All Other City Trees section for consideration for removal. Simultaneously,
the Urban Forester shall provide a notice of the proposed tree removal to the adjacent
property owner (if not the applicant), the private property owners immediately
adjacent to the applicant's property, and the appropriate community association if
applicable, (not applicable to the emergency removal of hazardous trees under Item C
nor to trees that meet the criteria of Item E in the preceding All Other City Trees
section). The Urban Forester shall determine whether in his /her judgment additional
specific treatment can be initiated to retain the tree provided the costs are reasonable. If
a tree(s) is to be removed, the tree(s) will be posted at least 30 days prior to the removal
with a sign notifying the public that they have the right of appeal. The sign shall also
note a staff contact. Once a recommendation is made by the Urban Forester and the
Parks and Trees Maintenance Superintendent to the General Services Director and the
General Services Director or designee concurs, then the applicant, the adjoining owners,
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private property owners on either side of the street within 500' in each direction of the
tree location and a legally established community association, if applicable, shall be
notified of the decision to remove or retain the tree within 30 days of the proposed
removal. A legally established community association is responsible for notification of
all association members pursuant to their established procedure. The General Services
Director, or a designee, shall prepare a staff report for a regularly scheduled PB &R
Commission meeting of all trees recommended for removal, except for those trees
categorized in Paragraph C. (dead, diseased, or dying trees) or Paragraph E (claims and
safety issues) in the preceding section on All Other City Trees. Only an applicant, an
adjoining property owner, or a legally established community association, the City
Manager, a PB &R Commissioner, or a Councilmember may appeal the decision of the
General Services Director not to remove a tree to the Commission. The Commission, in
considering any appeal, shall determine whether the removal meets the criteria outlined
in this Policy, as well as any unique factors which may be pertinent to the removal or
retention of tree(s). The decision of the Commission will be considered final unless
called up by at least one Councilmember or the City Manager.
The General Services Department will delay any tree removal(s) for at least 14 calendar
days following the date of the Commission decision in order to allow time for a
Councilmember or the City Manager to call the item.
The City will replace all trees removed in accordance with the All Other City Trees
removal criteria on a one for one basis. Replacement trees will be a minimum of a 36"
boxed size. If 36" boxed trees are not available, or funding, or space constraints prevent
planting of a large tree, then a minimum of a 24" boxed tree will be planted. The full
costs of removal and replacement of Special or All Other Tree(s) will be the sole
responsibility of the City, unless an applicant voluntarily pays for a new tree(s).
REFORESTATION OF CITY TREES
The concept of systematically replacing Problem or All Other Trees which are creating
hardscape and /or view problems and cannot be properly trimmed, pruned or modified
to alleviate the problem(s) they create, or those which have reached their full life, and
are declining in health, or are simply the wrong species of trees for the planted location
is referred to as reforestation. The Urban Forester shall make a finding for the latter
category of inappropriate tree species for a specific location. His determination may be
appealed to the General Services Director whose decision will be final.
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It is recognized and acknowledged that City trees were planted many years ago and in
some cases were planted with specific species that when fully mature cause damage to
curb, gutter, sidewalk or underground utilities. Within the geographical boundaries of
certain view neighborhoods, City street trees may encroach into blue water views from
public and private property depending on the length of time since the trees were last
trimmed, or the age and height of the trees. In other cases, the wrong species of tree
was planted originally and simply does not conform to the current treescape or
represents a safety hazard.
Arborists continue to develop lists of tree species which will grow in restricted parkway
areas without causing significant damage to curb, gutter, sidewalk, utilities or loss of
views. The City Street Tree Designation List, which specifies a species for each City
street reflects an effort by the City to prescribe appropriate tree species that will not
cause future problems.
As a City which understands the importance of trees and the beauty they bring to a
community, the City desires to continually improve the urban forest through
reforestation. In areas where City trees have been removed through City initiation, the
City will endeavor to replace the trees with the appropriate designated City tree.
Individual private property owners, as well as legally established community
associations, may apply for single or multiple tree reforestations in their respective area
by submitting a request to the General Services Director for consideration by the
Commission that meets the following requirements:
A. The proposed area must have clearly defined contiguous geographical
boundaries that include the tree(s) proposed for removal and replacement, street
address(es), block number(s), or other geographical information. This section
applies to individual and group requests.
B. Residential communities, neighborhoods, or business organizations who apply
for reforestation must submit a petition signed by a minimum of 60% of the
property owners within the area defined for reforestation. The petition content
must be approved and dated by City staff prior to distribution by the petitioner.
The staff - approved petition must be distributed by the petitioner to a maximum
of 30 private property owners (up to 15 contiguous private property owners on
both sides of the street up to 500' in either direction from the location of the
proposed reforestation). Signatures by non - property owners are not acceptable
for petition purposes. All petition signatures shall be verified by City staff for
property owner status of the person(s) signing the petition. As an alternative to
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the above requirements, areas represented by a legally established community
association, may submit a resolution of the Board of Directors formally
requesting a reforestation with a statement that all members of the community
association having their residential views affected, have been officially notified
and given an appropriate opportunity to respond before the Board voted on the
request. Individual private property owners living within a legally established
community association area with mandatory association membership must
petition for reforestation through their respective association.
C. Individual private property owners not residing within a legally established
community association area may submit individual requests for single or
multiple tree reforestations. The applicant must submit a petition signed by a
minimum of 60% of a maximum of 30 private property owners (up to 15
contiguous private properties on both sides of the street up to 500' in either
direction from the location of the proposed reforestation site) as well as the
endorsement of the appropriate homeowners' association, if applicable. The
petition content must be approved and dated by staff prior to distribution. All
petition signatures shall be verified by City staff for private property owner
status of the person(s) signing the petition.
D. A written agreement must be submitted to the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation
Commission by the petitioning sponsor (individual private property owner(s) or
group) to pay 100% of the costs of the removal and replacement of the public
tree(s) in advance of any removal activity. The actual removal and replanting
will be coordinated by the General Services Department. The total costs shall
include only the contractor's removal and replacement costs and be paid in
advance of any removal actions.
E. The replacement tree(s) for reforestation shall be the Designated Street Tree(s) as
prescribed by City Council Policy G -6, or the organization must request and
obtain approval from the Commission of the designation of a different tree
species prior to submitting any reforestation request for a tree species other than
the designated street tree. This section applies to individual or group requests.
F. There shall be a minimum of a one - for -one replacement of all trees removed in
reforestation projects. Replacement trees shall be a minimum size of 36" boxed
trees, unless the parkway space will not accommodate a 36" boxed tree or a tree
cannot be planted due to planting restrictions contained in Council Policy G -6. If
there is not room for the replacement tree(s) at a specific site as prescribed by
City Council Policy G -6, then the replacement tree(s) shall be planted in a public
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area in the same neighborhood at the option of the petitioner. This section
applies to individual or group requests.
G. Reforestation requests must be completed and submitted in a timely manner by
the petitioner. Petitions that are dated more than 90 days in arrears from date
stamped by staff before distribution will not be forwarded to the PB &R
Commission for consideration.
The decision of the Commission on reforestation requests will be considered final unless
called up by at least one Councilmember or the City Manager.
TREE MAINTENANCE
The City shall require the proper care and watering of replacement trees by the
reforestation petitioner to ensure their proper growth and development as outlined in
City Council Policy G -6. Furthermore, no person shall tamper with City trees in
violation of Section 13.08.040 of the Municipal Code. Further, the City will endeavor to
fund the care of the Urban Forest to the highest level possible through the efficient use
of regular tree trimming, root pruning, root barrier and pesticide programs.
ENCROACHMENT AND DEMOLITION PERMITS
All encroachment permits (permits for private property development which are
proposed to encroach upon the City right of way) or demolition permits that involve
the removal or replacement of City tree(s) must be specifically noticed by the property
owner to City staff prior to the building and /or demolition permit process whenever
possible. The proposed construction plans must indicate preservation of existing City
trees wherever possible (exempt: dead, dying, or in an advanced state of decline). If the
proposed development, as deemed by the General Services Director, requires the
removal of City trees, the property owner must submit a tree removal request to the
General Services Director, shall pay all related tree removal and replacement costs (one
for one replacement) and meet all provisions of Council Policies L -2 and L -6 and City
Ordnances 13.08 and 13.09. Approval or disapproval of all tree removal/ replacement
requests associated with encroachment and demolition permits will be the
responsibility of the General Services Director or a designee.
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TREE TRIMMING STANDARDS
The City Council has adopted tree trimming cycles for trees of different ages and
species. Tree trimming cycles and trimming standards shall represent the maximum
feasible frequency given current fiscal conditions. Except as provided in the
Supplemental Trimming Section below, trimming shall be in accordance with the
standards of the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA). hi those communities
with a legally established community association, periodical tree trimming with an
emphasis on height reduction will be considered by the City Urban Forester upon
written request by the association.
SUPPLEMENTAL TREE TRIMMING
The City will consider, and as a general rule approve, requests to trim certain trees
more frequently or to trim trees consistent with practices applied prior to the adoption
of ISA standards (to enhance public and private views, preserve required
sight /distance standards, or other public purposes) which are submitted by affected
private property owners or the board of a legally established community association
and the request is accompanied by a completed "Supplemental Tree Trimming Form'
and full payment for the requested tree trimming. However, since these practices often
require 'topping' or possible disfiguring of a tree(s) and are often aesthetically
displeasing and injurious to a tree, reforestation shall only be considered when
supplemental tree trimming is impractical or infeasible as determined by the Urban
Forester.
The General Services Director shall establish procedures to implement the supplemental
trimming provisions of this Policy. An approval must be obtained from a legally
established association by the requestor of supplemental tree trimming in areas with an
active homeowners' association if the requested trimming is to be undertaken within
the association area.
[Attachment 1- Special Trees]
[Attachment 2- Tree Inspection Report]
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Adopted - May 9,1966
Amended - April 11, 1994
Amended - August 14,1967
Amended - February 26,1996
Amended - November 9,1976
Amended - July 14,1997
Amended - November 12,1985
Amended (Administratively) -
Amended - November 28,1988
November 24,1997
Amended - March 14,1994
Amended - August 10, 1998
Amended - February 22, 2000
Amended - April 27, 2004
Amended - October 11, 2011
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ATTACHMENT 1
SPECIAL TREES
LANDMARK
TREES Balboa Library
Balboa Library
West Jetty View Park
(near Historical Marker)
Dover Drive at Westcliff
Ocean Blvd. Corona del Mar
Westcliff & Dover (Groves) Bike Trail
Main Street
City Hall
Balboa Boulevard Median
Ensign View Park
Lido Isle Medians
Bob Henry Park
Castaways Park
Wedge Area
Dover Drive east of Irvine Avenue
DEDICATED
TREES No. Mariners Park (Marcie Schrouder)
Mariners Park (Frank Tallman)
No. City Hall grounds (Billy Covert)
City Hall grounds (Walter Knott)
City Hall grounds
(Calif. Bicentennial)
Las Arenas Park (Ed Healy)
Eucalyptus globulus (3)
Phoenix canariensis (2)
Phoenix canariensis (2)
Liquidambar styraciflua (4)
Phoneix canariensis (5)
Eucalyptus globulus (134)
Ficus microcarpa'Nitida' (1)
Ficus microcarpa'Nitida' (2)
Araucaria heterophylla (1)
Erythrina caffra (1)
Firms pinea (4)
Ficus rubiginosa (1)
Phoenix canariensis (1)
Myoporum laetum (6)
Erythrina caffra (1)
Pinus radiata
Pinus radiata
Ficus benjamina
Pinus halepensis
Pinus halepensis
Melaleuca linarifolia
Mariners Park (Isy Pease) Pinus halepensis
City Hall grounds
(U.S. Bicentennial Freedom Tree) Harpephyllum kaffrum
Buffalo Hills Park (Bahia
Community Earth Day Celebration) Erythrina caffra
Peninsula Park
(Gray Lunde Tree)
Cliff Drive Park
(Gary Lovell)
Chamaerops humilis
Quercus agrifolia
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DEDICATED
TREES (contd.) Begonia Park
Prunus cerasifera
(Cheryl Bailey Ringwald)
Castaways Park
Quercus agrifolia
(Jan Vandersloot)
(Jean Watt)
Peninsula Park
Ravenea rivularis
(Don Perdue)
Grant Howald Park
Metrosideros excelsus
(Pete Munro)
(Mark Munro)
Bob Henry Park
Ficus rubiginosa
(Bob Henry)
Cliff Drive Park
Quercus agrifolia
(Dr. Vandersloot)
Veterans Park
Lagenstroemia
(Rosemary Rae Hill Hansen)
indica faueri
Mariners Park
Stenocarpus
(N. Beach Sunrise Rotary Club)
sinuatus
(Christopher & Marisha Thomposn)
Pinus eldarica
(Meghan & Camielle Thompson)
Pinus eldarica
West Newport Park
Spathodea campanulata
(Brownie Girl Scout Troop 2072)
Buffalo Hills Park
Stenocarpus sinuatus
(N. Beach Sunrise Rotary Club)
Castaways Park
Quercus agrifolia
(Nancy & Jack Skinner)
(Bob & Susan Caustin)
Bayside Park
Pyrus calleryana
(Newport - Irvine Rotary Club)
Castaways Park
Quercus agrifolia
(Eva Victoria Najera)
Begonia Park
Bauhinia blakeana
(Dr. Leo V. Turgeon)
L Street Park
Cassia leptophylla
(Tim Van Ostenbridge)
Castaways Park
Platanus racemosa
(John D. Woodruff)
Grant Howald Park
Cassia leptophylla
(Jean & Coalson Morris)
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DEDICATED
TREES (contd.) Old School Park
Cassia leptophylla
(Jean & Coalson Morris)
Mariners Park
Bauhinia variegata
(Sierra Beth)
Cliff Drive Park
Cassia leptophylla
(Francis P. Hemenway)
Grant Howald Park
Hymenosporum flavum
(Skipper Mark Howes)
Castaways Park
(Michael F. Gustin)
Platanus racemosa
(Yen Chu Kuo)
Quercus agrifolia
(Grover Stephens, PH.D.)
Platanus racemosa
(Logan David Burley)
Quercus agrifolia
(Sawyer Dean Burley)
Quercus agrifolia
(Virginia Najera)
Quercus agrifolia
(Joe Clarkson)
Quercus agrifolia
(Sawyer Dean Burley)
Quercus agrifolia
Eastbluff Park
(Lucy Huntsman)
Hymenosporum flavum
Irvine Terrace Park
(Dana Harmon)
Liquidambar styraciflua
(Sister City of Okazaki)
Pious nigra
Bonita Canyon Sports Park
(Fern Pirkle)
Melaleuca linariifolia
Gateway Park
( Virgina Herberts)
Cassia leptophylla
West Coast Highway & Superior Ave
City Parking Lot
(Louise Greeley)
Cassia leptophylla
Bayview Park
(Gene Atherton)
Cinnamomum camphora
West Newport Park
(Russell Marc Beaumont)
Erythrina caffra
(Jeff Steven Reinker)
Erythrina caffra
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NEIGHBORHOOD
TREES
Shorecliffs Entrance
Marguerite Avenue
Goldenrod Avenue
Dover Drive (Mariners to Irvine)
15th Street (Newport Heights)
Irvine Avenue Median
Holiday Road
(between Irvine Ave & Tustin Ave)
Along Avon Avenue
Via Lido Bridge
Marine Avenue (Balboa Island)
Seaview Avenue (Corona del Mar)
Poppy Avenue (Corona del Mar)
Heliotrope Avenue (Corona del Mar)
Candlestick Lane (Baycrest)
Commodore Road
Starlight Circle
Glenwood Lane
Sandalwood Lane
Newport Center Drive
Fourth Avenue
Clay Street
(Irvine Ave to St. Andrews Road)
Leeward Lane
L Street Park
M Street Park
West Newport Park
Santa Ana Avenue
Eastbluff Park
Vista Del Oro Median
Rhine Wharf Park
Mariners Drive
Along Riverside Avenue
(adjacent to Cliff Drive Park)
Cliff Drive Park
(Scout House)
Buena Vista and Lindo Avenue
128 Kings Road
128 Kings Road
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Erythrina caffra (51)
Phoenix canariensis (109)
Washingtonia robusta (144)
Eucalyptus globulus (3)
Eucalyptus cladocalyx (29)
Eucalyptus globulus (130)
Eucalyptus globulus (18)
Eucalyptus globulus (8)
Eucalyptus globulus (14)
Eucalyptus (Various Species) (34)
Pinus radiata (19)
Eucalyptus rudis (73)
Pinus radiata (18)
Eucalyptus citriodora (21)
Eucalyptus citriodora (2)
Eucalyptus citriodora (11)
Eucalyptus citriodora (7)
Eucalyptus citriodora (7)
Washingtonia robusta (363)
Eucalyptus globulus (48)
Ficus microcarpa'Nitida' (21)
Fraxinus uhdei "Tomlinson' (43)
Quercus suber (39)
Pinus pinea (1)
Metrosideros excelsus(55)
Eucalyptus robusta (33)
Ficus macrophylla (1)
Erythrina caffra (6)
Archontophoenix cunninghamiana (12)
Jacaranda mimosifolia (52)
Schinus terebinthefolius (12)
Ficus benjamina (1)
Erythrina caffra (1)
Roystonea regia (1)
Pseudobombax ellipticum (1)
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NEIGHBORHOOD
TREES (contd.) Cliff Drive Agathus robusta (4)
(north side, west of Dover Drive)
725 St. James Road Eucalyptus ficifolia (1)
601 Dover Drive Eucalyptus ficifolia (1)
Margaret Drive Median Erythrina caffra (1)
Corona Del Mar State Beach Washingtonia robusta (74)
Adopted - May 9,1966
Amended - November 9,1976
Amended - November 28,1988
Amended - October, 1993
Amended - July 14,1997
Amended - January 25,1999
Amended - February 22, 2002
Amended - April, 23, 2002
Amended - April 27, 2004
Amended - May 10, 2005
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
TREE INSPECTION REPORT
Name
Address
Phone Number
Request
Botanical Name
Common Name
Designated Street Tree
Estimated Tree Value
Damage
Parkway: Concrete Brick _Turf _Other
Comments
Inspected by
Recommendation
Reviewed
Date
Date
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ATTACHMENT B
G -6
MAINTENANCE AND.PLANTING OF PARKWAY TREES
The City Council is vitally interested in beautification of City parkways. Public
cooperation in helping to develop and maintain healthy and attractive parkway trees is
encouraged.
MAINTENANCE OF PARKWAY TREES
The General Services Department will trim the parkway trees on a rotation schedule.
An effort .will be made to trim the parkway trees on less than three -year cycle. If the
rotation trimming is completed in less than three years, more frequent trimming will be
performed on certain trees and in view areas. Public "safety issues such as low branches
and heavy foliage will be given..priority over view trimming. An effort will be made to
trim parkway trees located. in heavy summer traffic areas during. the fall and winter
months..The trimming schedule. will : be altered to avoid trimming streets with flowering
street trees during their blooming time. This will apply to streets having a large number
of flowering trees, not to. one. or two trees on a street. Annual trimming of certain
species of trees prone to wind damage will be done prior to the winter season.
TREE LIST
The City Council has Adopted an.official street tree list which will be used by the
General Services Department to deterinine species .for planning purposes in all new
subdivisions and replacement in established parkways. The list, whichAs entitled Street
Tree Designation List, will be ,reviewed on an annual basis by the General Services
Department staff with any recommendations forwarded to the Parks; Beaches, and
Recreation Commission for review before adoption of any recommendations by the
City Council._
STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PLANTING PARKWAY TREES
A. General.Reauirements
1. 72 hour notification shall be ,given to the General Services Department
staff prior to the initial installation of parkway 'trees for approval of
species; material quality, and planting supervision. 24 -hour notice shall be
given prior to all siibsequerit inspections as required.
2. Relative position of parkway trees is subject to approval by the General
Services Department, . and any tree not properly placed will be relocated at
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no cost-to the City. In the interest of public safety, trees shall be planted
not less than:
a. 25 feet back of beginning of curb returns at intersections.
b. 10 feet from lamp standards.
C. 10 feet from fire hydrants.
d. 10 feet.from service walks or driveways.
e. 10 feet from meters and sewers.
f. 25 feet from stop signs.
3. Trees shall be a minimum container size of 24" box.
a. Condition:. Plants shall be symmetrical; typicaLfor variety and
species, healthy; vigorous; free from plant disease, insect pests and
shall havehealthy, normal root system free from being root bound.
Trees shall not be pruned nor topped prior to delivery.
b. Inspection: All plant material shall be subject to 'inspection and
approval by the General Services Department staff prior to
planting: The. City has the right to reject any item offered.
4. Soil Analysis Requirement for Land Developers
Developers may be required to submit a composite -soil analysis
completed by a bona fide soil testing laboratory oksoil to receive parkway
trees at no cost to the -City. The location and number of soil samples shall
be determined by the City. Analysis shall include fertility level, and
organic content of the samples take. A copy of the test results shall be
forwarded directly to .the General Services Department staff a minimum
:of 60 days prior-to the scheduled planting of parkway trees.
PARKWAY TREE PLANTING
A. All..tree planting pits shalt be dug with:the bottom level width equal to two times
the diameter of the ball, and the depth 1 1/2 times the height of the container
from which the tree is planted..
B. Where land developers are required to provide soil analysis, the prepared soil
backfill shall be based on test results.
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C. When soil analysis is not a requirement, native soil with a commercial fertilizer
approved by the General Services Department staff shall be used for backfill.
D. Set plants in center of pit, in vertical position, so that crown of ball will be level
with finish grade after allowing for watering and settling and shall bear the same
relationship to finish grade after allowing for watering and settling and shall
bear the same relationship to finish grade. that it did to soil surface in its
container.
E: Prepare a depressed water basin capable. of holding 10 gallons of water. Water
shall be applied in that quantity at time of planting in a fashion that insures
wetting the entire root ball and that all air pockets are removed:
F. If houses are not occupied, trees shall be watered one week later. Thereafter,
watering shall be donei at week . intervals by the developer for a period of one,
year or until homes are occupied.
G. Each tree; must be properly suppbrted by one Reddy Stake System or other
material approved. by the General Services Department staff. Stakes shall be a
minimum of seven feet in length. Stake all trees at time of planting by placing a
stake in the prepared hole and placing the stake as prescribed by the
manufacturer.
H. All trees shall be secured to stakes with .a UV.resistant_vinyl tubing.
1. A root barrier approved by the General Services Department staff shall be
installed.
GUARANTEES
A. W boxed trees shall be guaranteed as to growth and health for a period of
ninety (90) days after final acceptance by the General Services Pepartment.staff.
B. Trees: that fail to grow or are injured or damaged during planting operations
shall be replaced within 15 days after notification.. Replacement material shall be
guaranteed as specified as original guaranteed material.
ESTABLISHED PARKWAYS
Applicant must;
A. Applicant trust accept responsibility for watering and ,fertilizing new trees.
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B. If an applicant has questions• regarding the street tree program they should
contact the Urban Forester at (949) 644 -3083 or send a written request;for one or
more parkway trees to: Attn: Urban Forester; P. Q. Box 1768, Newport Beach,
California 92659 -1768.
City of Newport Beach will:
A. Approve species, location, and spacing of tree planting.
B. Furnish, install;.stake, and initially fertilize new trees (exception would be trees
planted in accordance with City Code 13.09.010).
C. Prune and spray tree as required.
D. Approve type of root barriers for installation.
E. Assume trimming. responsibilities.
PARKWAYS IN ESTABLISHED RETAIL COMMERCIAL /OFFICE CENTERS
Parkway street trees that are removed, because they are diseased or have damaged
property may be replaced with the sarne species of trees (and a species other than the
designated street .tree) provided (a). the parkway street tree is located adjacent to or
within an established retail conundreial /.office development; (b) replacement with the
same species will maintain the appearance of the streetscape and/or ensure consistency
with an established landscape rnasterplan adopted by the adjoining landowner, (c) the
parkway street trees have a_ history of little or no hardscape damage nor injury claims
related to hardscape damage caused by the tree; and (d) the property owner has agreed
in writing to repair or pay the cost of repair /and or replacement. of hardscape or
underground utilities damaged by the new trees.
Adopted - `November 22,1982
Amended - November 14,1983
Amended - October 22,1992
Amended - January 24,1994
Amended - July 23, 2002
Amended - .April 13, 2004
Amended August 24, 2004
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City of Newport Beach ATTACHMENT C
Street Tree Designation List
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UNIT
STREET ID
HOA
FROM
TO
BOTANICAL NAME
COMMON NAME
29
ANACAPA DR
Fashion Island
1300
1300
Ficus rubiginosa
1. Rusty Leaf Fig
47
BALBOA BLVD E
600
2100
Syngrus mmanzolfiana
1. Queen Palm
48
BALBOA BLVD W
1000
1500
Metrosidems excelsus
1. New Zealand Christmas Tree
49
BALBOA BLVD W Median
1000
3200
Washingtonia robusta
1. Mexican Fan Palm
77
BLUE KEY
Harbor View Hills South
3600
3734
Magnolia grandiflors 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
78
BLUE WATER DR
Broadmoor
2501
2825
Magnolia grandiflore 'SI Mary'
1, Magnolia, SL Mary's
82
BOMBERO ST
Fashion Island
Boo
800
Ficus rubiginosa
1. Rusty Leaf Fig
88
BRIGHTON RD
Cameo Shores
4501
4651
Bauhinia vanegata
1. Purple Orchid
BUCK GULLY OR
Harbor View Hills South
4000
4001
Magnolia grardiFlom'Liftle Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
100
CAMDEN DR Parkway
Cameo Shores
4501
4699
Bauhinia vanegata
1. Purple Orchid
101
CAMDEN DR Slope
Cameo Shares
4500
4599
Bauhinia variegate
1. Purple Orchid
102
CAMEO HIGHLANDS DR
Cameo Highlands
500
735
Bauhinia vanegata
1. Purple Orchid
103
CAMEO SHORES RD Parkway
Cameo Shores
101
346
Bauhinia vanegata
1. Purple Orchid
104
CAMEO SHORES RD Slope
Cameo Shores
100
350
Bauhinia vanegata
1. Purple Orchid
117
CATAMARAN DR
Harbor View Hills South
3400
3630
Magnolia gramonflumLittle Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
335
COAST HWY E
1600
1600
i. Bauhinia blakeana
2. Archontophoenix cunninghamiana
1. Hong Kong Orchid
2. King Palm
336
COAST HWY E
2200
3934
1. Bauhinia blakeana
2. Archontophoenix cunninghamiana
1. Hong Kong Orchid
2. King Palm
337
COAST HWY E
4001
4401
1. Bauhinia blakeana
2. Archontophoenix cunninghamiana
1. Hang Kong Orchid
2. King Palm
338
COAST HWY E
4104
4400
1. Bauhinia blakeana
2. Archontophoenix cunninghamiana
1. Hang Kong Orchid
2. King Palm
339
COAST HWY E Median
300
2100
1. Bauhinia blakeana
2. Archontophoenix cunninghamiana
1. Hang Kong Orchid
2. King Palm
138
CORTLAND DR
Cameo Highlands
45W
4839
Bauhinia variegate
1. Purple Orchid
CROWN DR Even
Harbor View Hills
2720
2740
Magnolia grandiflom 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
140
CROWN DR Parkway
Harbor View Hills
2501
2735
Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
DE ANZA DR
Magnolia grandfflom 'cultivar'
DORCHESTER RD
Cameo Highlands
4500
4833
Bauhinia vanegata
1. Purple Orchid
168
EBBTIDE RD Even
Harbor View Hills
2700
2700
Magnolia grendiflom 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
169
EBBTIDE RD Parkway
Harbor View Hills
1100
2915
Magnolia grandifloni'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
178
EVENING CANYON RD
301
365
Erythnna caffre
1. Coral Tree
181
FAIRFIELD OR Parkway
Cameo Shores
4501
4645
Bauhinia vanegata
1. Purple Orchid
182
FAIRFIELD OR Slope
Cameo Shores
4500
4500
Bauhinia vanegata
1. Purple Orchid
FARALLON OR
Fashion Island
1900
2101
Ficus rubiginosa
1. Rusty Leaf Fig
200
GARRETT DR Parkway
Cameo Highlands
501
725
Bauhinia variegate
1. Purple Orchid
201
GARRETT DR Slope
Cameo Highlands
500
500
Bauhinia vanegata
1. Purple Orchid
205
GOLDENROD AVE
200
721
Washingtonia robusta
1. Mexican Fan Palm
206
GOLDENROD AVE
Harbor View Hills
900
1133
Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
HAMPDEN RD Even
Cameo Shores
4500
4700
Bauhinia vanegata
1. Purple Orchid
217
HAMPDEN RD Parkway
Cameo Shores
4501
4717
Bauhinia variegate
1. Purple Orchid
224
HARBOR VIEW DR Parkway
Harbor View Hills
2500
3007
Magnolia grendiflom 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
225
HARBOR VIEW DR Slope
Harbor View Hills
2800
3101
Magnolia gnarl flora 'Little Gam'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
229
HELIOTROPE AVE -7
200
721
1. Magnolia grandfflom 'Little Gem'
2.Howea Fosteriana
1, Magnolia, Little Gem
2, Kentia Palm
230
HERON WAY
Harbor View Hills South
1300
1325
Magnolia grandiflom'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
242
INLET ISLE OR
Harbor View Hills South
3701
4012
Magnolia grandfflore 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
250
IRVINE AVE Median
1. Phoenix dactylifera
2. Spathodea campanulata
1. Data palm
2. African tulip
254
ISLAND VIEW DR
Broadmoor
2501
2727
1. Magnolia, little flora 'Little Gem'
2 Howe. Fosteriana
1. Magnolia, Stflom'Lit le Gem'
2. Hawes Fosteriana
256
JAMBOREE RD
500
600
1. Tsbebufa avellanadae 2.
Liquidambarstymcillua 'Rotundiloba'
1. Lavender Trumpet
2. Runr leaf Sweet Gum
257
JAMBOREE RD Median
800
900
1. Tabebuia avallaneand 2
Liquidambar styraciflue 'Rotundiloba'
1, Lavender Trumpet
2.Rcdnd1eaf Sweet Gum
258
JAMBOREE RD Median
1100
1500
1. Tabebuia avellanedae 2.
Liquidambarstyraciflua 'Rotundiloba'
1. Lavender Trumpet
2. Roundleaf Sweet Gum
261
KEEL DR
Harbor View Hills South
1200
1537
Magnolia grandfflor. 'Little Gem'
1, Magnolia, Little Gem
265
KEY BAY
Harbor View Hills South
3800
3930
Magnolia grandiflore'LIHIe Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
266
KEY VIEW
Harbor View Hills South
1436
1456
Magnolia grandiflore 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
267
KEY WEST
Harbor View Hills South
i 1200
1 224
Magnolia grandfflore'LiMe Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
LIGHTHOUSE LN
Broadmoor
2500
2828
Magnolia grandiflore 'St Mary'
1. Magnolia, SL Mary's
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UNIT
STREET ID
HOA
FROM
TO
BOTANICAL NAME
COMMON NAME
281
MACARTHUR BLVD
1. Magnolia grandiflore 'Little Gem'
2. Liquidamberstymci lua'Rotundiloba'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
2. Roundleaf Sweet Gum
287
MARGUERITE AVE
200
721
Archontopoenix cunninghamiana
1. King Palm
288
MARGUERITE AVE
1600
1740
Amhontopoenix cunninghamiana
1. King Palm
289
MARGUERITE AVE Even
1520
1520
Amhontopoenix cunninghamiana
1. King Palm
296
MILFORD DR
Cameo Shores
101
345
Bauhinia variegate
1. Purple Orchid
305
MORNING CANYON RD
318
342
Erythrina ca9ra
1. Coral Tree
313NEWPORT
BLVD
100
6001.
Laxianatipu
2. Tristani launna
3. Washingtonia mbuste
1. Tipu
2. Tristani. Laurin.
3. Mexican Fan Palm
314
NEWPORTBLVD
2600
33001.
Tipuana tipu
2. Tristani laurina
3 Washingtonia mbusta
1. Tipu
2. Tdstania Laurina
3. Mexican Fan Palm
315
NEWPORT CENTER DR
100
900
Washinglomar robust.
1. Mexican Fan Palm
316
NEWPORT CENTER DR
1000
1200
Washington. manuals
1. Mexican Fan Palm
317
NEWPORT CENTER OR Median
100
900
Washingtonle mbusta
1. Mexican Fan Palm
318
NEWPORT CENTER DR Median
1000
1200
Washingtonia robusta
1. Mexican Fan Palm
ORRINGTON RD Parkway
Cameo Shores
4500
4645
Bauhinia variegate
1. Purple Orchid
332
ORRINGTON RD Slope
Cameo Shores
4510
4510
Bauhinia variegate
1. Purple Orchid
333
OUTRIGGER DR
Harbor View Hills South
1200
1430
Magnolia grandiflore 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
PARK GREEN DR
Harbor View Hills South
3601
3907
Magnolia grantliflora 'Little Gem
1, Magnolia, Little Gem
356
PEBBLE DR Parkway
Harbor View Hills
2700
2921
Magnolia grandiftme the Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
357
PEBBLE DR Slope
Harbor View Hills
2800
2800
Magnolia grandiFlom 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
359
PERHAM RD Parkway
Cameo Shores
4501
4645
Bauhinia variegate
1. Purple Orchid
360
PERHAM RD Slope
Cameo Shores
4500
4500
Bauhinia vanegata
1. Purple Orchid
448
QUIET COVE
3400
3449
Geyer. parvillora
1. Australian Willow
ROCKFORD PL
Cameo Highlands
500
521
Bauhinia vanegata
1. Purple Orchid
456
ROCKFORD RD
Cameo Highlands
500
721
Bauhinia vanegata
1. Purple Orchid
458
ROXBURY RD
Cameo Shores
4500
4646
Bauhinia variegate
1. Purple Orchid
462
SALT AIR CIS
Broadmoor
2501
2601
Magnolia grandiflore 'St Mary'
1. Magnolia, St. Mary's
463
SALT AIR DR Odd
Broadmoor
1301
1301
Magnolia grandiFlom 'St Mary'
1. Magnolia, SL Mary's
464
SALT AIR DR Slope
Broadmoor
1300
1320
Magnolia grandiflors 'St Mary'
1. Magnolia, St. Mary's
466
SAN CLEMENTE DR
Fashion Island
850
901
Ficus mbig,n..
1. Rusty Leaf Fig
481
SAN MIGUEL DR
Fashlon Island
300
366
Ficus mbiginosa
1. Rusty Leaf Fig
482
SAN MIGUEL DR
Fashion Island
1600
2601
Ficus rubiginosa
1. Rusty Leaf Fig
483
SAN NICOLAS DR
Fashion Island
500
567
Ficus rubiginosa
1. Rusty Leaf Fig
484
SAND KEY
Harbor View Hills South
1200
1235
Magnolia grandiFlom 'Little Gem'
1, Magnolia, Little Gem
486
SANDCASTLE DR
Harbor View Hills South
850
1555
Magnolia grandiflore 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
487
SANDPIPER DR Parkway
Harbor View Hills
1010
1106
Magnolia grantliflora 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
488
SANDPIPER DR Slope
Harbor View Hills
1015
1101
Magnolia grandiflore 'Llttie Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
490
SANDUNE LN
Harbor View Hills South
3800
3930
Magnolia grandiflore 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
492
SANTA BARBARA DR
Fashion Island
870
1001
Ficus Nbiginoss
1. Rusty Leaf Fig
493
SANTA CRUZ DR
Fashion Islantl
800
901
Ficus rubiginosa
1. Rusty Leaf Fig
SANTA MARIA RD
Fashion Island
Ficus rubiginosa
1. Rusty Leaf Fig
495
SANTA ROSA DR
Fashion Island
1500
1501
Ficus mbiginosa
1. Rusty Leaf Fig
498
SAUSALITO DR
Harbor View Hills South
3400
3621
Magnolia grandiflore'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little. Gem
SEA LN
Harbor View Hills
900
950
Magnolia grandiFlom 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
501
SEABREEZE LN
Harbor View Hills South
3400
3631
Magnolia grantliflora 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
502
SEACREST DR
Harbor View Hills South
1200
1533
Magnolia grandiFlom 'Little Gem'
1, Magnolia, Little Gem
512
SETTING SUN DR Parkway
Harbor View Hills
2701
3007
Magnolia grandiflore 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
513
SETTING SUN DR Slope
Harbor View Hills
2700
3000
Magnolia grantliflora 'Lima Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
533
SURFVIEW LN
Harbor View Hills South
3500
3620
Magnolia grandiflore 'Lltti. Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
534
SURREY DR
Cameo Highlands
4500
4824
Bauhinia variegate
1. Purple Orchid
544
TILLER WAY
Harbor View Hills South
900
1039
Magnolia grandiflore 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
546
TOPSIDE LN
Harbor View Hills South
3798
4015
Magnolia grandiFlom 'Lilly, Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
550
TREMONT LN Slope
Cameo Shores
4500
4600
Bauhinia variegate
1. Purple Orchid
571
WATERFRONT DR
2200
2220
Schinus Moll.
California Pepper
574
WAYNE RD
Cameo Highlands
4500
4621
Bauhinia vanegata
1. Purple Orchid
580
WHITE SAILS WAY
Harbor View Hills
1000
1133
Magnolia grandiflore 'Little Gem'
1. Magnolia, Little Gem
GROWSPACE: 2 =2'+ 3 =3' + 5 =5'+ 8=8'+ `PRESERVATION OF SPECIAL TREES PER G -I POLICY 2 SS5 -30
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RETENTION, REMOVAL, AND MAINTENANCE OF CITY TREES
GOAL OF POLICY
To establish and maintain appropriate diversity in tree species and age classes to provide
a stable and sustainable urban forest with an inventory that the City can reasonably
maintain in a healthy and safe condition. To require that in approving any tree removal
or reforestation request, the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission ( "Commission ")
shall find that the tree removal request will not adversely impact the overall inventory,
diversity and age of the City's Urban Forest.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to establish definitive standards for the retention, removal,
maintenance, reforestation, tree trimming standards, and supplemental trimming of City
trees. City trees are an important part of the character and charm of the entire City and
provide environmental benefits as well. Regular care, trimming, root pruning,
maintenance, and programmed replacement are necessary to preserve this charm while
at the same time protecting views consistent with City Council Policy G -3, providing
personal safety, and preventing public and private property damage.
The City classifies public trees in one of three categories: Special City Trees, Problem City
Trees, and Standard City Trees.
I. SPECIAL CITY TREES
It is the City's policy to retain Special City Trees ( "Special Trees ") categorized as
Landmark, Dedicated, or Neighborhood trees, because they have historical significance,
and /or contribute to, and give character to, a location or to an entire neighborhood.
Landmark, Dedicated, and Neighborhood trees are identified by species in Attachment 1,
and shall hereinafter be collectively referred to as Special Trees. Trees within these three
categories shall be identified, mapped, recorded and administered by staff for the
Commission. The Commission shall review the Special Tree list at a minimum on an
annual basis and forward recommendations for additions or deletions to the City Council
for approval.
Landmark Trees are identified as those individual Special Trees that possess historical
significance by virtue of their size, age, location, or species.
Dedicated Trees are Special Trees donated for or in the memory of specific individuals or
organizations.
Neighborhood Trees are Special Trees that by their unusual size, number, species, or
location lend a special character to a residential, commercial, or business area.
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All Special Trees shall be retained, unless there are overriding problems which will
require their removal such as death, disease, interference with infrastructure, or the
creation of a hazardous situation. Prior to considering the removal of any Special Tree(s),
the Municipal Operations Director, or designee, shall prepare a report identifying and
implementing specific treatment to retain the tree(s). If specific treatment is unsuccessful
or impractical in retaining a tree(s) then a full staff report shall be made to the
Commission before any further action considering removal is taken. Prior to any
removal of Special Tree(s), the City must comply with the noticing provisions of the
Removal of City Trees Section set forth in Section W.A. of this Policy, unless a Special
Tree is considered so hazardous as to necessitate an emergency removal. In the case of
emergency removals, the Landscape Manager or the City Arborist shall have the
authority to direct the removal of a hazardous tree.
Long term, most trees reach maturity and decline, and will be replaced one - for -one with
the same species or the closest equivalent wherever possible.
During normal sidewalk, curb, and street repair activity requiring root pruning, all steps
shall be taken to retain Special Trees. If tree roots are to be pruned in association with
sidewalk, curb, and gutter improvements, sufficient timing in advance must be planned
to ensure that pruning will not destabilize or kill the tree. If both sides of a Special Tree's
roots are to be pruned, one side should be pruned six months to a year in advance of the
other side depending upon the species and other related factors. If root pruning methods
are not practical and /or critical to the health of the tree, then alternate or special
hardscape improvements should be considered by the City in order to retain the tree
providing that costs are reasonable. All proposed root pruning or other tree treatment
shall be evaluated and approved by the City Arborist.
Special Trees may be considered for removal in conjunction with a City Council
approved beautification project utilizing the Removal of City Trees procedures noted in
Section W.A. of this Policy.
II. PROBLEM CITY TREES
A Problem City Tree ( "Problem Tree') is defined as a tree that by virtue of its species
causes excessive hardscape or utility damage due to its excessive root system. The
following trees are defined as Problem Trees:
• Ficus nitida (Indian Laurel Fig)
• Ficus rubiginosa (Rusty Leaf Fig)
• Ficus benjamina (Weeping Fig)
• Erythrina caffra (Kaffirboom Coral Tree)
• Fraxinus uhdei (Shamel Ash)
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• Cupaniopsis anacardioides (Carrotwood)
• Liquidambar styraciflua (American Sweet Gum)
• Schinus terebinthifolius (Brazilian Pepper)
Problem Trees shall not be designated as City parkway trees on the Designated Street
Tree List of City Council Policy G -6, unless they are Special Trees.
Problem Trees that are not designated Special Trees may be removed for the following
reasons:
A. The Problem Tree has had a repeated history of damaging public or private
sewers, water mains, roadways, sidewalks, curbs, walls, fences, underground
utilities, or foundations based on City records or other competent and reliable
authority. Water or sewer blockage that results from tree roots and causes
significant documented private property damage (greater than $500.00) shall be
sufficient criterion for tree removal; or
B. The Problem Tree has had a repeated history of significant interference with
street or sidewalk drainage, despite specific treatment by the City to alleviate
repeated damage; or
C. The Problem Tree has created, in the opinion of the City Arborist, a view
impediment that cannot be resolved by normal nor alternative tree trimming
procedures.
Problem Trees may be proposed for removal by either staff or private property owners.
The Municipal Operations Director has the authority to remove Problem Trees. No more
than 50 Problem Trees may be removed per year by staff under these criteria without
special approval of the Commission.
Replacement trees of a 36 -inch box size shall be planted if funding, availability and
growth space permits.
Staff is responsible for notifying the adjacent property owner, the legally established
homeowners association, if applicable, and the Councilperson of the district where the
removal is proposed, of the intent to remove a Problem Tree. The decision by the
Municipal Operations Director to remove a problem tree is final unless called up by at
least one Councilperson. The City Arborist shall report the removal of Problem Trees on
a monthly basis to the Commission. The cost to remove and replace Problem Trees will
be the sole responsibility of the City based on funding, availability and growth space,
with the exception of Category C (view), which is the sole responsibility of the applicant.
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IIl. STANDARD CITY TREES
A City tree which is located on City real property (parkways, parks, other City -owned
property) and not designated as a Special or Problem Tree is designated as a Standard
City Tree ( "Standard Tree'). It is the City's policy to retain Standard Trees unless
removal is necessary for one of the following reasons:
A. The City tree has had a repeated history of damaging public or private sewers,
water mains, roadways, sidewalks, curbs, walls, fences, underground utilities, or
foundations based on City records or other competent and reliable authority.
Water or sewer blockage that results from tree roots and causes significant public
or private property damage (greater than $500.00) shall be sufficient criterion for
tree removal; or
B. The City tree has had a repeated history of significant interference with street or
sidewalk drainage; or
C. The City tree is dead, diseased, dying, or hazardous, and presents a liability to
the City. A dead tree is one that has been assessed by the City Arborist and
found to have deceased. Diseased trees are defined as those trees that cannot be
cured by current arboricultural methods, are in an advanced state of decline, and
have no prospect of recovery. Dying trees are those that have no prospect of
recovery. Hazardous trees are defined as those that are defective, have a
potential to fail, and would cause damage to persons and property upon failure.
The City Arborist will perform a hazard assessment whenever a tree is identified
as hazardous. The assessment will identify: structural defects of the tree, parts of
the tree most likely to fail, targets where imminent personal injury or property
damage may result with tree failure, and procedures or actions necessary to
abate the hazard. After assessment, the City Arborist will expeditiously convey
his written findings and recommendations to the Municipal Operations Director
for evaluation. If the Municipal Operations Director agrees with the City
Arborist findings to remove a tree, the hazardous tree will be removed without
further delay. In the case of imminent tree failure, the Landscape Manager or the
City Arborist shall have the authority to direct the removal of a hazardous tree;
or
D. The tree(s) have been requested to be removed in conjunction with a City
Council- approved City, commercial, neighborhood, or community association
beautification program; or
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E. The City Manager, upon the advice of the Municipal Operations Director, City
Attorney, Risk Manager or the Traffic Engineer, shall have the authority to
remove individual Problem or Standard Trees to resolve claims or safety issues.
IV. REMOVAL OF CITY TREES
The initiation to remove City tree(s) may be made by the staff of the Municipal
Operations and /or Public Works Departments, a legally established community
association, or a private property owner by submitting an application to the Municipal
Operations Director, utilizing the City Tree Removal form available on the City's website:
www.newportbeachca.gov.
The City will replace all trees removed in accordance with the Standard Trees removal
criteria on a one for one basis, as funding, availability and growth space permits.
Replacement trees will be a minimum of a 36" boxed size. If 36" boxed trees are not
available, or funding or space constraints prevent planting of a large tree, then a
minimum of a 24" boxed tree will be planted. The full costs of removal and replacement
of all City Tree(s) will be the sole responsibility of the City, unless an applicant
voluntarily pays for a new tree(s), or desires to upgrade to a box size larger than 36"
planted as a replacement, then the resident will be responsible for the difference in price.
A. Removal of Special City Trees
• Special Trees may be considered for removal under the same criteria as
Standard Trees in Section IV.C. (Removal of Standard Trees) if a special
report, prepared by the Municipal Operations Director and approved by the
City Manager, is provided to the Commission detailing the necessity of
removal and any specific previous treatment of the tree.
• Removal of a Special Tree(s) is initiated by submitting an application utilizing
the City Tree Removal form, which must be approved by the City Manager.
• After receipt of the application, a Tree Inspection Report shall be prepared by
the City Arborist to determine if the tree(s) meets the criteria for
consideration for removal outlined in Section IV.C. .
• Simultaneously, the City Arborist shall determine whether in his /her
judgment additional specific treatment can be initiated to retain the tree
provided the costs are reasonable.
• If a tree(s) is to be removed, the tree(s) will be posted at least 30 days prior to
the removal with a sign notifying the public that they have the right to
appeal. The sign shall also note a staff contact.
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• The City Arborist shall also provide a notice of the proposed tree removal to
the adjacent property owner (if not the applicant), the private property
owners immediately adjacent to the applicant's property, and the appropriate
community association if applicable, (not applicable to the emergency
removal of hazardous trees under Item C nor to trees that meet the criteria of
Item E in Section III (Standard Trees).
• Once a recommendation is made by the City Arborist and the Landscape
Manager to the Municipal Operations Director or designee and the Director
concurs, then the applicant, the adjoining owners, private property owners on
either side of the street within 500' in each direction of the tree location and a
legally established community association, if applicable, shall be notified of
the decision to remove or retain the tree(s) at least 30 days before the
proposed removal. A legally established community association is
responsible for notification of all association members pursuant to their
established procedure.
• The Municipal Operations Director, or a designee, shall prepare a staff report
for a regularly scheduled Commission meeting of all trees recommended for
removal, except for those trees categorized as Item C. (dead, diseased, or
dying trees) or Item E (claims and safety issues) in Section III (Standard City
Trees).
• Any appeal to the Council regarding a Commission tree decision must be
received by the Municipal Operations Director no later than 14 calendar days
following the date of the Commission decision. The Municipal Operations
Director will delay any tree removals until the appeal period has expired or
until the Commission has acted upon the appeal.
• The full costs of removal and replacement of Special Tree(s) will be the sole
responsibility of the City, unless an applicant voluntarily pays for a new
tree(s), or with the exception of Category C (view) in Section II, which is the
sole responsibility of the applicant
B. Removal of Problem City Trees
• Problem Trees may be proposed for removal by either City staff, a legally
established community association, or private property owners by written
application utilizing the City Tree Removal form. The Municipal Operations
Director has the authority to remove Problem Trees.
• No more than 50 Problem Trees may be removed per year by staff without
special approval of the Commission.
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• No more than one of three problem parkway trees in a continuous row may
be removed in a one year period without a hearing before the Commission.
Replacement trees of a 36" boxed size shall be planted if funding permits.
• Staff is responsible for notifying in advance, if applicable, the adjacent
property owner, the legally established homeowners association, and the
Councilperson of the district where the removal is proposed of the intent to
remove a Problem Tree.
• The decision by the Municipal Operations Director to remove a problem tree
is final unless called up by at least one Councilperson. The City Arborist
shall report the removal of Problem Trees on a monthly basis to the
Commission.
• The cost to remove and replace Problem Trees will be the sole responsibility
of the City based on availability of funding, with the exception of Category C
(view) in Section II, which is the sole responsibility of the applicant.
C. Removal of Standard City Trees
• The initiation to remove a Standard Tree(s) may be made by the staff of the
Municipal Operations and /or Public Works Departments, a legally
established community association, or a private property owner by
submitting an application to the Municipal Operations Director, utilizing the
City Tree Removal form.
• After receipt of the application, a Tree Inspection Report shall be prepared by
the City Arborist to determine if the tree(s) meets the criteria for
consideration for removal as outlined in the above Section III (Standard City
Trees). The City Arborist shall determine whether in his /her judgment
additional specific treatment can be initiated to retain the tree provided the
costs are reasonable.
• The City Arborist shall make a finding in regards to inappropriate tree
species for a specific location and forward to Landscape Manager. The
authority to remove Standard Trees rests with the Municipal Operations
Director.
• Once a recommendation is made by the City Arborist and the Landscape
Manager to the Municipal Operations Director, or designee, and the Director
agrees with the recommendation, the City may remove the tree(s).
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• Staff is responsible for notifying in advance, if applicable, the adjacent
property owner, the legally established homeowners association, and the
Councilperson of the district where the removal is proposed of the intent to
remove a Standard Tree.
• Any appeal to the Commission regarding a tree decision must be received by
the Municipal Operations Director no later than 14 calendar days following
the date of the notice of intent. The Municipal Operations Director will delay
any tree removals until the appeal period has expired or until the
Commission has acted upon an appeal.
• The City will replace all trees removed in accordance with the Standard Trees
removal criteria on a one for one basis. Replacement trees will be a minimum
of a 36" boxed size. If 36" boxed trees are not available, or funding or space
constraints prevent planting of a large tree, then a minimum of a 24" boxed
tree will be planted. If resident/ applicant desires to upgrade to a 48" boxed
tree or larger, the resident/ applicant will be responsible for the difference in
price.
• The full costs of removal and replacement of Standard Tree(s) will be the sole
responsibility of the City, unless an applicant voluntarily pays for a new
tree(s) or desires to upgrade to box size larger than 36" planted as a
replacement, then the resident will be responsible for the difference in price.
V. REFORESTATION OF CITY TREES
A. Description of Reforestation
Reforestation is defined as the concept of systematically replacing Problem or
Standard Trees which are creating hardscape and /or view problems and cannot
be properly trimmed, pruned or modified to alleviate the problem(s) they create;
or those which have reached their full life and are declining in health; or are
simply the wrong species of trees for the planted location.
It is recognized and acknowledged that many City trees were planted years ago
and in some cases were planted with specific species that when fully mature
cause damage to curb, gutter, sidewalk or underground utilities. Within the
geographical boundaries of certain view neighborhoods, City street trees may
encroach into blue water views from public and private property depending on
the length of time since the trees were last trimmed, or the age and height of the
trees. In other cases, the wrong species of tree was planted originally and simply
does not conform to the current treescape or represents a safety hazard.
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The City Street Tree Designation List and the City Parkway Tree Designation List
attached to City Council Policy G -6 reflect an effort by the City to designate
appropriate tree species that will not cause future problems.
The City understands the importance of trees and the beauty they bring to a
community, and desires to continually improve the urban forest through
reforestation. In areas where City trees have been removed through City
initiation, the City will endeavor to replace the trees one for one with the
appropriate designated street tree.
B. Application for Reforestation
Individual private property owners, as well as legally established community
associations, may apply for single or multiple tree reforestations in their
respective area by submitting a request to the Municipal Operations Director for
consideration by the Commission that meets the following requirements:
• The proposed area must have clearly defined contiguous geographical
boundaries that include the tree(s) proposed for removal and replacement,
street address(es), block number(s), or other geographical information. This
Section applies to individual and group requests.
• Residential communities, neighborhoods, or business organizations who
apply for reforestation must submit a petition signed by a minimum of 60%
of the property owners within the area defined for reforestation. The petition
content must be approved and dated by City staff prior to distribution by the
petitioner. The staff - approved petition must be distributed by the petitioner
to a maximum of 30 private property owners (up to 15 contiguous private
property owners on both sides of the street up to 500' in either direction from
the location of the proposed reforestation). Signatures by non - property
owners are not acceptable for petition purposes, and there may be no more
than one signature per property. All petition signatures shall be verified by
City staff for property owner status of the person(s) signing the petition. As
an alternative to the above requirements, areas represented by a legally
established community association may submit a resolution of the Board of
Directors formally requesting a reforestation with a statement that all
members of the community association having their residential views
affected have been officially notified and given an appropriate opportunity to
respond before the Board voted on the request. Individual private property
owners living within a legally established community association area with
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mandatory association membership must petition for reforestation through
their respective association.
• Individual private property owners not residing within a legally established
community association area may submit individual requests for single or
multiple tree reforestations. The applicant must submit a petition signed by a
minimum of 60% of a maximum of 30 private property owners (up to 15
contiguous private properties on both sides of the street up to 500' in either
direction from the location of the proposed reforestation site) as well as the
endorsement of the appropriate homeowners' association, if applicable. The
petition content must be approved and dated by staff prior to distribution.
All petition signatures shall be verified by City staff for private property
owner status of the person(s) signing the petition.
A written agreement must be submitted to the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation
Commission by the petitioning sponsor (individual private property owner(s)
or group) to pay 100% of the costs of the removal and replacement of the
public tree(s) in advance of any removal activity. The actual removal and
replanting will be coordinated by the Municipal Operations Department. The
total costs shall include only the contractor's removal and replacement costs
and be paid in advance of any removal actions.
• The replacement tree(s) for reforestation shall be an appropriate tree that
meets the criteria of the City's Street Tree Designation List or the City
Parkway Tree Designation List as designated by City Council Policy G -6, or
the organization must request and obtain approval from the Commission of
the designation of a different tree species prior to submitting any
reforestation request for a tree species other than the designated street tree, or
an appropriate species based on the City Tree Designation Lists. This Section
applies to individual or group requests.
There shall be a minimum of a one for one replacement of all trees removed
in reforestation projects. Replacement trees shall be a minimum size of 36"
boxed trees, unless the parkway space will not accommodate a 36" boxed tree
or a tree cannot be planted due to planting restrictions contained in City
Council Policy G -6. If there is not room for the replacement tree(s) at a
specific site as designated by City Council Policy G -6, then the replacement
tree(s) shall be planted in a public area in the same neighborhood at the
option of the petitioner. This Section applies to individual or group requests.
• Reforestation requests must be completed and submitted in a timely manner
by the petitioner. Petitions that are dated more than 90 days past the date
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stamped by staff before distribution will not be forwarded to the Commission
for consideration. The completed reforestation application will go to the
Commission to decide whether to accept or deny the requested reforestation.
The decision of the Commission on reforestation requests will be considered
final unless called up by at least one Councilmember or the City Manager.
• The City shall require the proper care and watering of replacement trees by
the reforestation petitioner to ensure their proper growth and development as
outlined in City Council Policy G -6.
VI. TREE MAINTENANCE
The City will endeavor to fund the care of the Urban Forest to the highest level possible
through the efficient use of regular tree trimming, root pruning, root barrier and pesticide
programs in accordance with City Council Policy G -6. Section 13.08.040 of the Municipal
Code prohibits any person from tampering with City trees.
VII. ENCROACHMENT AND DEMOLITION PERMITS
All encroachment permits (permits for private property development which are proposed
to encroach upon the City right of way) or demolition permits that involve the removal or
replacement of City tree(s) must be specifically noticed by the property owner to City
staff prior to the building and /or demolition permit process whenever possible. The
proposed construction plans must indicate preservation of existing City trees wherever
possible (except trees that are dead, dying, or in an advanced state of decline). If the
proposed development requires the removal of City trees, the property owner must
submit a tree removal form to the Municipal Operations Director, pay all related tree
removal and one for one replacement costs, and meet all provisions of City Council
Policies L -2 and L -6 and City Municipal Code Sections 13.08 and 13.09. Approval or
disapproval of all tree removal/ replacement requests associated with encroachment and
demolition permits will be the responsibility of the Municipal Operations Director or a
designee.
VIII. TREE TRIMMING STANDARDS
The City Council has adopted tree trimming cycles for trees of different ages and species.
Tree trimming cycles and trimming standards shall represent the maximum feasible
frequency given current fiscal conditions. Except as provided in the Supplemental
Trimming Section below, trimming shall be in accordance with the standards of the
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA). In those communities with a legally
established community association, periodic tree trimming with an emphasis on height
reduction will be considered by the City Arborist upon written request by the association.
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IX. SUPPLEMENTAL TREE TRIMMING
The City will consider requests to trim certain trees more frequently or to trim trees
consistent with practices applied prior to the adoption of ISA standards (to enhance
public and private views, preserve required sight/ distance standards, or other public
purposes) which are submitted by affected private property owners or the board of a
legally established community association and the request is accompanied by a
completed "Supplemental Tree Trimming Form' and full payment for the requested tree
trimming. However, since these practices often require 'topping' or possible disfiguring
of a tree(s) and are often aesthetically displeasing and injurious to a tree, reforestation
shall be considered when supplemental tree trimming is impractical or infeasible as
determined by the City Arborist.
The Municipal Operations Director shall establish procedures to implement the
supplemental trimming provisions of this Policy. In areas with an active homeowners'
association, approval must be obtained from a legally established association by the
requestor of supplemental tree trimming if the requested trimming is to be undertaken
within the association boundaries.
[Attachment 1- Special Trees]
Adopted - May 9,1966
Amended - August 14,1967
Amended - November 9,1976
Amended - November 12,1985
Amended - November 28,1988
Amended - March 14,1994
Amended - April 11, 1994
Amended - February 26,1996
Formerly I -9
Amended - July 14,1997
Amended (Administratively) -
November 24,1997
Amended - August 10, 1998
Amended - February 22, 2000
Amended - April 27, 2004
Amended - October 11, 2011
Amended -
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Attachment 1
SPECIAL CITY TREES
IIM01RVIVERR
TREES Balboa Boulevard Median
Araucaria heterophylla (1)
Balboa Library
Eucalyptus globulus (3)
Balboa Library
Phoenix canariensis (2)
Bob Henry Park
Ficus rubiginosa (1)
Castaways Park
Phoenix canariensis (1)
City Hall
Ficus microcarpa'Nitida' (2)
Dover Drive east of Irvine Avenue
Erythrina caffra (1)
Dover Drive at Westcliff
Liquidambar styraciflua (4)
Ensign View Park
Erythrina caffra (1)
Lido Isle Medians
Firms pinea (4)
Main Street
Ficus microcarpa'Nitida' (1)
Ocean Blvd. Corona del Mar
Phoneix canariensis (5)
Wedge Area
Myoporum laetum (2)
West Jetty View Park
Phoenix canariensis (2)
(near Historical Marker)
Buffalo Hills Park
Westcliff & Dover (Groves) Bike Trail
Eucalyptus globulus (49)
DEDICATED
TREES Bayside Park
Pyrus calleryana
(Newport - Irvine Rotary Club)
Bayview Park
Cinnamomum camphora
(Gene Atherton)
Begonia Park
Bauhinia blakeana
(Dr. Leo V. Turgeon)
Begonia Park
Prunus cerasifera
(Cheryl Bailey Ringwald)
Bob Henry Park
Ficus rubiginosa
(Bob Henry)
Bonita Canyon Sports Park
Melaluca linardfolia
(Elaine Linhoff)
(Fern Pirkle)
Buffalo Hills Park
Erythrina caffra
(Bahia Community Earth Day Celebration)
Buffalo Hills Park
Stenocarpus sinuatus
(N. Beach Sunrise Rotary Club)
Castaways Park
Pinus torreyana
(Kevin Murphy)
(Mary Louise Romine)
Castaways Park
Platanus racemosa
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Attachment 1
(Joe Clarkson)
(Michael F. Gustin)
(Arthur Grant Kidman Junior)
(Grover Stephens, PH.D.)
(Arthur C. Wahlstedt, Jr.)
(John D. Woodruff)
Castaways Park
Quercus agrifolia
(Nancy Bergeson)
(Logan David Burley)
(Sawyer Dean Burley)
(Sawyer Dean Burley)
(Bob & Susan Caustin)
(Joe Clarkson)
(Yen Chu Kuo)
(Ryan Lemmon)
(Virginia Najera)
(Eva Victoria Najera)
(David Rapp)
(Nancy & Jack Skinner)
(Staycee Stone)
(Jason Stradtman)
(Robert T. Talbot)
(Jan Vandersloot)
(Jean Watt)
Castaways Park
Quercus kelloggii
(Gregory Courteau)
City Hall grounds
Harpephyllum kaffrum
(U.S. Bicentennial Freedom Tree)
City Hall grounds
Pinus halepensis
(Calif. Bicentennial)
(Walter Knott)
No. City Hall grounds
Ficus benjamina
(Billy Covert)
Cliff Drive Park
Bauhinia blakeana
(Susan Benz)
Cliff Drive Park
Cassia leptophylla
(Francis P. Hemenway)
Cliff Drive Park
Quercus agrifoha
(Gary Lovell)
(Dr. Vandersloot)
Eastbluff Park
Hymenosporum flavum
(Lucy Huntsman)
Galaxy View Park
Cupaniopsis anacardioides
(Trey Hunter)
Galaxy View Park
Metrosideros excelsa
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Attachment 1
(Dylan Ayres)
Gateway Park
(Virgina Herberts)
Grant Howald Park
(Jean & Coalson Morris)
Grant Howald Park
(Skipper Mark Howes)
Grant Howald Park
(Mark Munro)
(Pete Munro)
Grant Howald Park
(Cara Lee)
Irvine Terrace Park
(Dana Harmon)
Irvine Terrace Park
(Sister City of Okazaki)
L Street Park
(Tim Van Ostenbridge)
Las Arenas Park (Ed Healy)
Cassia leptophylla
Cassia leptophylla
Hymenosporum flavum
Metrosideros excelsus
Spathodea campanulata
Liquidambar styraciflua
Pinus nigra
Cassia leptophylla
Melaleuca linarifolia
Mariners Park Bauhinia variegata
(Sierra Beth)
Mariners Park Cedrus deodara
(Dr. Anthony & Madeline DeCarbo)
Mariners Park Pinus halepensis
(Isy Pease)
Mariners Park
Pinus eldarica
(Christopher & Marisha Thomposn)
(Meghan & Camielle Thompson)
Mariners Park Pinus radiata
(Frank Tallman)
Mariners Park Stenocarpus sinuatus
(N. Beach Sunrise Rotary Club)
No. Mariners Park Pinus radiata
(Marcie Schrouder)
Newport Pier /24t" Street Bike Path
(Marie "Maxine" Louchis)
Old School Park
(Mary Jo Tyler)
Old School Park
(Jean & Coalson Morris)
Peninsula Park
(Gray Lunde Tree)
Peninsula Park
(Don Perdue)
San Miguel Park
Chamaerops humilis
Bauhinia variegata
Cassia leptophylla
Chamaerops humilis
Ravenea rivularis
Schinus molle
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Attachment 1
(Jon Walters)
Spyglass Hill Park
(Dennis George Brice)
(Edith Mary Brice)
Veterans Park
(Rosemary Rae Hill Hansen)
WCH & Superior Ave City Parking Lot
(Louise Greeley)
West Newport Park
(Russell Marc Beaumont)
(Jeff Steven Reinker)
West Newport Park
(Brownie Girl Scout Troop 2072)
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Acacia baileyana
Lagenstroemia indica fauriei
Cassia leptophylla
Erythrina caffra
Spathodea campanulata
Various locations: Castaways Park and Cliff Drive Park slopes
(Dr. Jan David Vandersloot & Family) Quercus agrifolia
NEIGHBORHOOD
TREES
15th Street (Newport Heights) Eucalyptus cladocalyx (13)
Along Avon Avenue Eucalyptus globulus (8)
Buena Vista and Lindo Avenue Erythrina caffra (1)
Candlestick Lane (Baycrest) Eucalyptus citriodora (17)
Clay Street Ficus microcarpa 'Nitida' (21)
(Irvine Ave to St. Andrews Road)
Cliff Drive Agathus robusta (4)
(north side, west of Dover Drive)
Cliff Drive Park Ficus benjamina (1)
(Scout House)
Commodore Road
Corona Del Mar State Beach
601 Dover Drive
Eastbluff Park
Glenwood Lane
Goldenrod Avenue
(Ocean Blvd to Fifth Ave)
Heliotrope Avenue (Corona del Mar)
Irvine Avenue (17th St. to Dover)
Irvine Avenue (17th St. to Dover)
128 Kings Road
128 Kings Road
L Street Park
Leeward Lane
M Street Park
Margaret Drive Median
Eucalyptus citriodora (2)
Washingtonia robusta (74)
Eucalyptus ficifolia (1)
Ficus macrophylla (1)
Eucalyptus citriodora (10)
Washingtonia robusta (144)
Pinus radiata (2)
Phoenix dactylifera (Date palm) (30)
Spathodea campanulata(African tulip) (39)
Roystonea regia (1)
Pseudobombax ellipticum (1)
Quercus suber (39)
Fraxinus uhdei "Tomlinson" (39)
Pinus pinea (1)
Erythrina caffra (1)
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Attachment 1
Marguerite Avenue
(Ocean Blvd to Fifth Ave)
Marine Avenue (Balboa Island)
Mariners Drive
Newport Center Drive
Poppy Avenue (Corona del Mar)
Rhine Wharf Park
Along Riverside Avenue
(adjacent to Cliff Drive Park)
725 St. James Road
Sandalwood Lane
Santa Ana Avenue
Seaview Avenue (Corona del Mar)
Shorecliffs Entrance
Starlight Circle
Via Lido Bridge
Vista Del Oro Median
Waterfront Drive
(Avocado Ave to Acacia Ave)
West Newport Park
Adopted - May 9,1966
Amended - November 9,1976
Amended - November 28,1988
Amended - October, 1993
Amended - July 14,1997
Amended - January 25,1999
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Phoenix canariensis (81)
Eucalyptus (Various Species) (39)
Jacaranda mimosifolia (52)
Washingtonia robusta (363)
Eucalyptus rudis (82)
Archontophoenix cunninghamiana (12)
Schinus terebinthefolius (12)
Eucalyptus ficifolia (1)
Eucalyptus citriodora (3)
Eucalyptus robusta (38)
Pinus radiata (5)
Erythrina caffra (40)
Eucalyptus citriodora (10)
Eucalyptus globulus (14)
Erythrina caffra (6)
Schinus molle (16)
Metrosideros excelsus(55)
Amended - February 22, 2002
Amended - April, 23, 2002
Amended - April 27, 2004
Amended - May 10, 2005
Amended -
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ATTACHMENT E G -6
MAINTENANCE AND PLANTING OF PARKWAY TREES
The City Council is vitally interested in beautification of City parkways. Public
cooperation in helping to develop and maintain healthy and attractive parkway trees is
encouraged.
I. MAINTENANCE OF PARKWAY TREES
The Municipal Operations Department will trim the parkway trees on a rotation
schedule. An effort will be made to trim the parkway trees on less than a three -year
cycle. If the rotation trimming is completed in less than three years, more frequent
trimming will be performed on certain trees and in view areas. Public safety issues such
as low branches and heavy foliage will be given priority over view trimming. An effort
will be made to trim parkway trees located in heavy summer traffic areas during the fall
and winter months. Annual trimming of certain species of trees prone to wind damage
will be done prior to the winter season.
II. TREE DESIGNATION LISTS
The City Council has adopted an official street tree list, the Street Tree Designation List
which will be used by the Municipal Operations Department to determine species for
replacement of trees removed from established parkways and for planning purposes in
all new subdivisions and commercial developments. A second list, the Parkway Tree
Designation List, has been added as a specie palette for residents to choose approved
new and replacement trees based on the size of parkway available for planting.
The Municipal Operations Director will have the authority to add species to the Street
and Parkway Tree Designation Lists, which will be updated on an annual basis by the
Municipal Operations Department staff and reviewed by the Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Commission ( "Commission') for approval before adoption by the City
Council.
III. STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PLANTING PARKWAY TREES
General Requirements
1. 72 -hour notification shall be given to the Municipal Operations Department staff
prior to the initial installation of parkway trees for approval of species, material
quality, and planting supervision. 24 -hour notice shall be given prior to all
subsequent inspections as required.
2. Relative position of parkway trees is subject to approval by the Municipal
Operations Department, and any tree not properly placed will be relocated at no
cost to the City. In the interest of public safety, trees shall be planted not less
than:
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• 15 feet back of beginning of curb returns at intersections.
• 10 feet from lamp standards.
• 10 feet from fire hydrants.
• 5 feet from service walks or driveways.
10 feet from meters and sewers.
• 25 feet from stop signs.
3. Trees shall be a minimum container size of 36" size box.
• Condition: Plants shall be symmetrical, typical for variety and species,
healthy, vigorous, free from plant disease, insect pests and shall have
healthy, normal root system free from being root bound. Trees shall
not be pruned nor topped prior to delivery.
• Inspection: All plant material shall be subject to inspection and
approval by the Municipal Operations Department staff prior to
planting. The City has the right to reject any item offered.
• Parkway Tree Planting: Per City Standards as found in the Tree
Planting Detail available on the City's website.
Soil Analvsis Reauirement for Land Developers
Developers may be required to submit a composite soil analysis completed by a
bona fide soil testing laboratory of soil to receive parkway trees at no cost to the
City. The location and number of soil samples shall be determined by the City.
Analysis shall include fertility level and organic content of the samples take. A
copy of the test results shall be forwarded directly to the Municipal Operations
Department staff a minimum of 60 days prior to the scheduled planting of
parkway trees.
IV. GUARANTEES
1. 36" boxed trees shall be guaranteed as to growth and health for a period of 90
days after final acceptance by the Municipal Operations Department staff.
2. Trees that fail to grow or are injured or damaged during planting operations
shall be replaced within 15 days after notification. Replacement material shall be
guaranteed to be specified as original guaranteed material.
V. ESTABLISHED PARKWAYS
1. For all City Trees in established parkways, adjacent property owners and /or
Applicants must:
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• Choose from the species listed on the Street Tree Designation List
whereit applies, or from the Parkway Tree Designation List for all
other areas for planting new and replacement trees.
• Accept responsibility for watering and fertilizing new trees.
• Contact the City Arborist at (949) 644 -3083 or send a written request
for one or more parkway trees or questions regarding this Policy to:
Attn: City Arborist, P. O. Box 1768, Newport Beach, California 92659-
1768.
2. The City will:
• Approve species, location, and spacing of tree planting.
• Furnish, install, stake, and initially fertilize new trees (exception would
be trees planted in accordance with City Code 13.09.010).
• Prune and spray tree as required.
• Approve type of root barriers for installation.
• Assume trimming responsibilities.
VI. PARKWAYS IN ESTABLISHED RETAIL COMMERCIAL /OFFICE CENTERS
Parkway street trees that are removed because they are diseased or have damaged
property may be replaced with the same species of trees (and a species other than the
designated street tree) provided (a) the parkway street tree is located adjacent to or
within an established retail commercial/ office development; (b) replacement with the
same species will maintain the appearance of the streetscape and /or ensure consistency
with an established landscape masterplan adopted by the adjoining landowner; (c) the
parkway street trees have a history of little or no hardscape damage nor injury claims
related to hardscape damage caused by the tree; and (d) the property owner has agreed
in writing to repair or pay the cost of repair /and or replacement of hardscape or
underground utilities damaged by the new trees.
Adopted - November 22,1982
Amended - November 14,1983
Amended - October 22,1992
Amended - January 24,1994
Amended - July 23, 2002
Amended - April 13, 2004
Amended - August 24, 2004
Amended -
Formerly I -19
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ATTACHMENT
City of Newport Beach
Parkway Tree Designation List
Pkwy Botanical Name Common Name Height Spread Type Water 24" 36" 48" Notes
Size Needs' Avail. Avail. Avail.
2'+
Archontophoenix cunninghamiana
King Palm
40
20
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
2'+
Chionanthus retusus X
Chinese Fringe Tree
20
15
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
No
2'+
Heteromeles arbutifolia
California Holly
20
15
Evergreen
L
No
No
No
Available -15 Gal
2'+
Photinia X frasen
Fraser Photinia
20
10
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
No
2'+
Prunus cerasifera'Newport'
Newport Plum
15
10
Deciduous
Yes
No
No
2'+
Prunus cemsifera'Purple Pony'
Dwarf Purple Leafed Plum
15
10
Deciduous
Yes
No
No
2'+
Rhaphiclepe "Majestic Beauty"
Indian Hawthorne
15
10
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
No
2'+
Tabebuia chrysotricha
Yellow Trumpet Tree
25
20
Deciduous
M
Yes
No
No
2'+
Trachycarpus fortunei
Windmill Palm
30
10
1 Evergreen
M
Yes
I Yes
Yes
2'+
Tristania laurna (Tristaniopsis laurina)
Water Gum
20
10
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
No
3'+
Betula pendula
European White Birch
40
25
Deciduous
H
Yes
Yes
Yes
3'+
Brahea armata
Mexican Blue Palm
30
15
Evergreen
L
Yes
No
No
3'+
Brahea edulis
Guadalupe Palm
30
10
Evergreen
L
No
Yes
No
3'+
Cercis canadensis'Forest Pansy'
Forest Pansy Redbud
15
10
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
No
3'+
Cercis occidentalis
Western Redbud
15
10
Deciduous
L
Yes
Yes
No
3'+
Chitalpa tashkentensis
Chitalpa
25
25
Deciduous
L
Yes
Yes
No
31+
Eryobotrya deflem no fruit
Bronze Loquat
25
25
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
No
3'+
Heteromeles arbutgolia
Toyon Tree
15
10
Evergreen
L
No
No
No
Available -15 Gal
3'+
Howea forsterana
Kentia Palm
35
20
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
No
31+
Hymenesporum flavum
Sweelshade
40
20
Evergreen
M
No
No
No
Available -15 Gal
3'+
Ilex altaclarensis'Wilsonii'
Wilson Holly
20
15
Evergreen
M
Yes
No
No
31+
Lagerstmemia indica Indian Tribes'
Crape Myrtle
25
20
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
31+
Livislona chinensis
Chinese Fountain Palm
20
10
Evergreen
M
Yes
No
No
31+
Magnolia grandiflora'Little Gem'
Little Gem Magnolia
20
15
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
31+
Maytenus boaria
Mayten Tree
20
15
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
31+
Rhus integnfolia
Lemonade Berry
10
10
1 Evergreen
VL
I No
No
No
Available -15 Gal
31+
Rhus lancea
African Sumac
25
20
Evergreen
L
Yes
No
No
31+
Syagrus romanzoffana
Queen Palm
50
20
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
31+
Washingtonia robusta
Mexican Fan Palm
90
20
Evergreen
L
Yes
Yes
No
41+
Arbutus unedo
Strawberry Tree
20
20
Evergreen
L
Yes
Yes
Yes
41+
Brachychiton populeneus
Bottle tree
50
40
Evergreen
L
Yes
Yes
No
4'+
Callistemon citrinus
Lemon Bottlebrush
25
20
Evergreen
L
Yes
Yes
No
4 -+
Callistemon viminalis
Weeping Bottlebrush
25
20
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
No
4'+
Cassia leptophylla
Gold Medallion tree
25
20
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
No
4'+
Eucalyptus flcifolia
Red Flowering Gum
40
40
Evergreen
M
Yes
No
No
4'+
Geijera parvifolia
Australian Willow
40
25
Evergreen
L
Yes
Yes
Yes
4'+
Laurus noblis
Grecian Laurel
40
30
Evergreen
L
Yes
Yes
Yes
4'+
Spathodea campanulam
African Tulip Tree
30
20
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
No
4'+
Stenocarpus sinuatus
Firewheel Tree
25
15
Evergreen
M
Yes
No
No
5'+
Agonis flexuosa
Peppermint Tree
35
35
Evergreen
L
Yes
No
Yes
51+
Albizia julibnssin
Silk Tree
40
40
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
No
5'+
Bauhinia variegata (purpurea)
Purple Orchid Tree
30
20
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
No
51+
Brachychiton acerfolius
Flame Tree
40
30
Evergreen
L
Yes
Yes
No
51+
Calodendron capense
Cape Chestnut
40
40
Deciduous
M
Yes
No
No
5'+
Erythrina americans E. coralloides)
Naked Coral Tree
30
30
Deciduous
L
Yes
Yes
No
51+
Eucalyptus sideroxylon
Red or Pink Ironbark
60
40
Evergreen
L
Yes
No
No
51+
Fraxinus oxycarpa'Raywood'
Raywood Ash
35
30
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
5'+
Ginkgo biloba'Fruitless'
Maidenhair Tree
60
40
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
51+
Jacaranda mimosifolia
Jacaranda
40
50
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
51+
Koelreutena paniculata
Goldenrain Tree
25
25
Deciduous
L
Yes
Yes
I Yes
5'+
Lyonolhamnus floribundus
Catalina Ironwood
50
30
Evergreen
VL
Yes
No
No
51+
jMagnolia grandiflora'Russett'
Russett Magnolia
20
15
1 Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
51+
Magnolia grandiflore'Saint Mary'
Saint Mary Magnolia
25
20
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
5'+
Magnolia grandiflora'Samuel Sommer'
Samuel Sommer Magnolia
40
30
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
51+
Magnolia grandiflora.'Majestic Beauty'
Majestic Beauty Magnolia
40
20
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
51+
Melaleuca linnarifolia
Flaxleaf Paperbark
30
30
Evergreen
L
Yes
No
No
5'+
Melaleuca quinquinerva (virididfolia)
Catapult Tree
40
20
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
51+
Metrosederos excelsa
New Zealand Christmas Tree
40
40
Evergreen
M
Yes
No
No
51+
Pinus eldanca (brutia)
Afghan Pine
60
50
Evergreen
L
Yes
Yes
I Yes
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ATTACHMENT
City of Newport Beach
Parkway Tree Designation List
Pkwy Botanical Name Common Name Height Spread Type Water 24" 36" 48" Notes
Size Needs' Avail. Avail. Avail.
5'+
Pistachia chinensis
Chinese Pistache
40
40
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
5'+
Podocarpus macrophyllus
Yew Pine
50
50
Evergreen
M
Yes
No
No
5'+
Prunus ilicifolia subsp. lyonii
Catalina Cherry
30
30
Evergreen
VL
No
No
No
Available -15 Gal
5'+
Pyrus betulaefolia'Southwonh'
Dancer Pear
25
20
Deciduous
Yes
Yes
No
5'+
Pyrus calleryana'Aristocrat'
Aristocrat Pear
30
40
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
5'+
Pyrus calleryana'Chanticleer'
Chanticleer Pear
35
20
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
5'+
Pyrus calleryana'Redspire'
Redspire Pear
35
25
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
5'+
Quercus douglasii
Blue Oak
50
50
Deciduous
VL
Yes
Yes
No
5'+
lQuercus ilex
Holly Oak
50
50
1 Evergreen
L
Yes
I Yes
Yes
5'+
Sapium seblerum
Chinese Tallow Tree
40
35
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
No
5'+
Sophora japonica 'Regent'
Chinese Scholar Tree
40
40
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
No
5'+
Tabebuia avellanedae(lpe)
Pink Trumpet Tree
30
30
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
81+
Araucaria helerophylla
Norfolk Island Pine
80
30
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
No
8'+
Brachychiton discolor
Pink Flame Tree
70
50
Semi
L
No
No
No
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8'+
Cinnamomum camphora
Camphor Tree
50
60
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
8'+
Erythrina caffra
Kaffirboom Coral Tree
40
40
Evergreen
L
Yes
Yes
No
8'+
Eucalyptus maculam
Spotted Gum
75
40
Evergreen
M
Yes
No
No
8'+
Fraxinus velutina'Modesto'
Modesto Ash
50
30
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
8'+
Koelreuteria bipinnala
Chinese Flame Tree
50
50
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
8'+
Litwcambar slyracfflua 'Rotundiloba'
Round Leafed Sweetgum
60
35
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
No
8'+
Lophostemon confenus
Brisbane Box
60
40
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
8'+
Pinus canariensis
Canary Island Pine
80
50
Evergreen
L
Yes
Yes
Yes
8'+
Pinus pines
Italian Stone Pine
60
40
Evergreen
L
Yes
Yes
Yes
8'+
Pinus torreyana
Torrey Pine
70
40
Evergreen
L
Yes
Yes
No
81+
Platanus acerifolia
London Plane Tree
70
40
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
No
8'+
Platanus mexicana
Mexican Sycamore
60
40
1 Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
No
8'+
Platanus racemosa
California Sycamore
60
40
Deciduous
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
81+
Podocarpus gradlior(Afrocarpus
Fern Pine
60
60
Evergreen
Yes
Yes
Yes
8'+
Quercus agrralia
Coast Live Oak
70
80
Evergreen
L
Yes
Yes
Yes
8'+
Quercus engelmannii
Engleman Oak
60
80
Evergreen
L
Yes
Yes
No
8'+
Quercus virginiana
Southern Live Oak
60
80
Evergreen
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
8'+
Schinus molle
California Pepper
40
50
Evergreen
VL
Yes
Yes
Yes
8'+
Sequoia sempervirens'Aptos Blue'
Aptos Blue Redwood
60
30
Evergreen
H
Yes
Yes
Yes
8'+
Tipuana tipu
Tipu Tree
50
60
Semi
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
8'+
Ulmus pruvrolia
"Drake" Chinese Elm
1 60
60
Semi
M
Yes
Yes
Yes
8'+
Zelkova serrate
Sawleaf Zelkova
40
40
Deciduous
L
Yes
Yes
No
SS5 -52
Water requirements per WUCOLS (Water Use Classifications of Landscape Species) by California Coastal Commission, August 2000 2