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.

San Ramon Tree Removal Permit, California:

• San Ramon is a city in Contra Costa County, and San Ramon tree removal permits are managed by the city’s planning department.
• You can visit the City of San Ramon’s official website for specific information on tree removal permits and the application process. Here’s their website: City of San Ramon Planning Division. Refer to FAQ 11.

Protected Trees:

• If your property is a single-family residence that cannot be further subdivided, you do not need a tree removal permit to remove a tree on your property, EXCEPT if you wish to remove a native oak tree 6 inches in diameter measured 54 inches above the ground.
• If a non-oak tree, not including a willow, fruit tree, eucalyptus, alder, cottonwood, or pine tree, is greater than 8 inches in diameter measured 54 inches above the ground and is on a commercial property or on a property owned by a Home Owner’s Association, then a tree removal permit is required.

How to apply for a tree removal permit:

Submittal documents:

• Permit Application: Click here for the tree removal application.
• Arborist Report: An official report by a certified arborist may be 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. 
• Photos: Pictures of the trees to be removed.
• Permit Fees: Click here for the current tree permit fee. 

Submit the completed application and the required submittal items to the Planning Services Division at 2401 Crow Canyon Road, San Ramon, CA 94583.

• Review of the tree removal permit may take 2 weeks.

Please contact the City’s Planning Department at (925) 973-2560 with questions.