Folsom Tree Removal Permit & Ordinance Guide
Sacramento County, California
Protected Tree Definition
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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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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