Common Questions

1. Where can we get more information about trees and requirements?
   1. After you sign up, a team member will schedule a site visit.
2. I called, but no on answered / I left a Voicemail / Is there a website where we can see a list of the selected trees?
   1. A team member will return your call / See Below “Tree Planting“
3. What are the parkway requirements?
   1. No current tree in between the curb and sidewalk
4. Where can I find the pre-selected trees”
   1. See Below “Tree Planting“

A city Team Member will need to schedule a visit to conduct a site survey

 

Tree Planting

1. What type of trees are available? Please note, not all trees available in all areas depending on the location.  Staff will discuss the options for tree selection after the in person walk through with the resident.
   1. Strawberry Tree
   2. Water Gum
   3. Australian Willow
   4. Desert Willow
   5. Eastern Redbud
   6. Bradford Pear
   7. Bronze Loquat
2. Where can residents request trees be planted?
   1. In between the curb and sidewalk if there is NO existing tree.
3. Are there any requirements?
   1. Minimum parkway width for tree planting is three (4) feet. All trees must be planted in a minimum size of 24-inch box.
4. Can any resident request a tree?
   1. You may submit a request ONLY if you currently do not have a tree.
5. What is the process to request a tree?
   1. Contact the Public Works division at 310.217.9568 to request a tree. A team member will schedule to meet with the resident to review the request.
6. What is the resident’s responsibility?
   1. Water the tree