Please note that regulations and permit processes may vary by city and county. We recommend consulting directly with the appropriate planning department or visiting the city’s or county’s official website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

This page is for informational purposes only. Quality Tree Care is not responsible for any misunderstandings, omissions, or changes in local regulations or permitting requirements.

Danville Tree Removal Permit, California:

• Danville is a town in Contra Costa County, and Danville tree removal permits are managed by the Town of Danville’s planning department.
• You can visit the Town of Danville’s official website to find specific information on tree removal permits and the application process by clicking here.
• Unincorporated Areas: The Danville area has both incorporated town limits and unincorporated communities located within Contra Costa County. Unincorporated areas in the immediate vicinity of Danville are governed by Contra Costa County rather than the Town of Danville. Click here for Contra Costa County unincorporated tree removal permits.

Protected Trees:

•  Any single-trunked tree, regardless of species, which has a trunk diameter of 36 inches or greater, measured 4-1/2 feet above natural grade.
• A tree planted on public property in memory of or in commemoration of an individual or individuals.
•  Any of the following native trees having a single trunk or main stem 10 inches or greater in diameter or multiple trunk trees with tree trunks totaling 20 inches in diameter, measured 4-1/2 feet above natural grade:
  • Blue Oak (Quercus Doulgassi)
  • California Bay (Umbellularia California)
  • California Black Oak (Quercus Kelloggi)
  • California Buckeye (Aesculus Californica)
  • California Sycamore (Platanus Racemosa)
  • Canyon Live Oak (Quercus Chrysol)
  • Coast Live Oak (Quercus Agrfolia)
  • Interior Live Oak (Quercus Wislizenii)
  • Madrone (Arbutus Menziesii)
  • London Plane Tree (Plantanus Acerifolia)
  • Valley Oak (Quercus Lobata)
  • White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia)

How to apply for a tree removal permit:

Before you begin, collect all required documents:

• Permit Application:  Click here for the tree removal permit application.
• Arborist Report: an official report by a certified arborist required to assess the tree’s health or to justify its removal (e.g., if it is hazardous).
• Site Plan: Provide a plan showing the location of the tree to be removed and the quantity and species of trees to be planted in exchange for the removal of a protected tree. 
• Permit Fees: Payment of the fee at the time of application submittal, payable to the Town of Danville

Permit Applications: Permit applications and required documents can be submitted by mail, in-person or online via the Town of Danville Permit Center.

For detailed information on the permit process, click here.
For the current tree permit fee, click here.

If you have any questions on the process, please call the Town of Danville’s
Planning Division at (925) 314-3310.