Folsom Tree Removal Permit & Ordinance Guide

Sacramento County, California

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Protected Tree Definition

6.0" DBH minimum for protection

Any tree with 6+ inch trunk diameter at 4.5 feet. Multi-trunk: 20+ inch aggregate if no single trunk exceeds 6 inches.

Heritage / Landmark Trees

Heritage Trees designated by City Council for exceptional size, age, species rarity, historical association, or community value under the Folsom Tree Preservation Ordinance; any tree with 6-inch or greater trunk diameter at 4.5 feet automatically subject to protected-tree review (multi-trunk threshold 20-inch aggregate).

Required Report Sections

Species identification, DBH (single-trunk 6+ or multi-trunk 20+ aggregate at 4.5 feet), health and structural assessment, justification for removal, photo documentation, replacement plan from approved Folsom native and adapted species list

Replacement Requirements

1:1 minimum for protected tree removal under the Folsom Tree Preservation Ordinance; 24-inch box replacement from approved species list

24-inch box minimum replacement trees from the approved Folsom native and adapted species list; in-lieu deposits to the Tree Preservation Fund accepted when on-site replanting is infeasible.

Fees & Fines

Required Certifications

ISA Certified Arborist; multi-trunk measurements per the 20-inch aggregate protocol at 4.5 feet under the Folsom Tree Preservation Ordinance

Municipal Code

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Contact

Community Development - Arborist Services

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Data last verified: April 2026. This information is provided as a reference. Always verify requirements directly with Folsom before submitting permits or reports.

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