Dublin Tree Removal Permit & Ordinance Guide
Alameda County, California
Protected Tree Definition
Heritage trees: 24+ inches diameter (75.36 inches circumference) at 4.5 feet, plus certain species.
Heritage / Landmark Trees
Heritage Trees defined under Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 5.60: any tree with 24-inch or greater trunk diameter (75.36-inch circumference) at 4.5 feet automatically qualifies, plus oaks, California buckeyes, and additional native species at lower thresholds. Designation by City Council also available for exceptional historical or community significance.
Required Report Sections
Species identification (with native-species verification for oaks and California buckeye at the lower threshold), DBH (24+ inch heritage threshold or lower native-species threshold), health and structural assessment, justification for removal, photo documentation, replacement plan emphasizing oak and California buckeye
Replacement Requirements
1:1 minimum for heritage tree removal under DMC Chapter 5.60; in-lieu fees to the Tree Preservation Fund accepted when on-site replanting is infeasible
15-gallon to 24-inch box replacement trees from the approved native species list; heritage tree replacements emphasize oak and California buckeye to maintain canopy continuity at the protected-species threshold.
Fees & Fines
Required Certifications
ISA Certified Arborist with oak and California buckeye identification expertise (lower native-species threshold under DMC Chapter 5.60)
Municipal Code
Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 5.60
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Data last verified: April 2026. This information is provided as a reference. Always verify requirements directly with Dublin before submitting permits or reports.
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