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Chapter 8-8 — URBAN FORESTRY

Santa Maria Municipal Code · 2026-07 edition · updated 2026-09-27 · Santa Maria

Section 8-8.01. Purpose and Goals.

Section 8-8.02. Definitions.

Section 8-8.03. Enforcement/Appeals.

Section 8-8.04. Abutting Owner and Occupant responsibilities.

Section 8-8.05. Nuisances: Designated.

Section 8-8.06. Nuisances: Abatement.

Section 8-8.07. Damage or Injury.

Section 8-8.08. Construction work: Protection measures.

Section 8-8.09. Construction work: Displacement of trees.

Section 8-8.10. Recovery of damages.

Section 8-8.11. Permit Application: Tree Maintenance.

Section 8-8.12. Removal of Live Growing Trees.

Section 8-8.13. Removal of Dead, Diseased, or Structurally Hazardous Trees.

Section 8-8.14. Replacement Trees.

Section 8-8.15. Planting of New Trees.

Section 8-8.16. Topping Prohibited.

Section 8-8.17. Tree Root Pruning.

Section 8-8.18. Filled Parkways.

Section 8-8.19. Historic or Heritage Trees.

Section 8-8.20. Public Relations and Education.

Section 8-8.21. Ordinance Valuation.

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