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TREE PRUNING & REMOVAL PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTAL GUIDELINES Tree removal permit cost is $490, and it must be paid and picked up in person. Trees located between curb and sidewalk, please contact City Landscape Maintenance Division for a tree removal request: 510.583.8906. To start tree pruning/removal permit application process, the online tree pruning/removal permit application form…, WHAT IS PROTECTED TREE:, Protected Trees are trees preserved as a part of conditions of approval, or planted by the developer or homeowner to meet Zoning Ordinance requirements. California native trees with trunk diameter of equal or larger than four inches measured at fiftyfour inches above ground are protected regardless of location: See Municipal Code Tree Preservation Ordinance (HMC Chapter 10, Article 15). , APPLICABILITY:, A tree removal and pruning permit is required for all Protected Trees. Protected Trees in a single-family property are required front yard tree (one for every 50 feet of street frontage including side street for corner properties), and trees that are preserved or required to be planted. Protected trees in a multi-family, commercial or industrial property are the trees preserved in place as part…, PRUNING PROTECTED TREE:, Routine maintenance pruning doesn’t require a permit except California native tree when the pruning would be done by tree professional companies with an annual pruning permit issued by the City of Hayward. All tree shall not be severely pruned, topped, pollarded or otherwise pruned in a way that disfigures the natural form: Tree Preservation Ordinance Section 10-15.20. , REMOVING PROTECTED TREE:, Any removal of Protected Tree requires a tree removal permit prior to removal and requires replacement as stated in the tree removal permit. Submitted application shall be reviewed for approval or denial. Once approved, an appointment will be set up for the payment of the application fees and picking up issued tree removal permit. The payment and permit pickup must be done in person by property…, CODE ENFORCEMENT CASES:, A double application fees, $980, shall be applied for tree pruning or removal permits under Code Enforcement cases. Replacement tree size will start at 36”-box unless exception is permitted by City Landscape Architect. , EXCEPTIONS:, Trees that are part of a working orchard or trees planted by a single family homeowner in addition to the required tree(s). , REQUIRED APPOINTMENT:, No walk-in permit will be issued. All appointments shall be held at Permit Center located on the ground floor of the City Hall building at 777 B Street. The application will be ready at the Permit Center reception desk for payment. After the payment is made at Revenue office located next to the Permit Center, return to Permit Center to pick up the tree removal permit. Estimated time for…, Required information for Tree Removal Application for 1 – 3 tree removal:, 1. Location of the tree for removal (front yard, side yard etc.) on a plan or map or Google Earth image 2. Name of tree for removal 3. Approximate trunk diameter in inches measured 54-inch above the ground 4. Reason for removal 5. Replacement tree name and size 6. Replacement tree species and size for a single-family home: One 24”-box tree for one tree removed for a single-family home. If…, Required information for Tree Removal Application for 4 or more tree removal:, 1. Arborist report shall be required including health assessments and recommendations of trees proposed for removal, and appraised value. The report shall provide a location map showing existing tree(s) for removal. Recommendations shall include ways to avoid tree removal and preserve trees. 2. Replacement of tree shall be done to like-value. Minimum replacement tree size shall start at 36”-box…, Regarding Tree Removal Permit Fees:, 1. How was the fee determined? Why more than double of the previous fees? Fees were evaluated by Wildan as part of their analysis for all City charged fees. Fee study was completed last year sometime. The fees were based on information we provided to them regarding time spent processing the applications and City Council direction that Departments operate with 100% cost recovery. 2. Where…
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A Fire Department permit is required for the installation of underground fire service to assure that equipment and installation meet an acceptable standard. The permit process includes Fire Department plan review and field inspections., For more information, call 510.583.4900. Email, haywardfirepermits@hayward-ca.gov
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The requirements cover: equipment specifications and installation; permitting; release prevention; release detection; corrosion protection; inspection and repair; record-keeping; owner and operator responsibilities; designated operator; financial responsibility; temporary closure; and removal and disposal of the tanks. A separate Permit to Operate Underground Storage Tank(s) is issued by the…, California State Water Board UST Regulations, California State Water Board UST Program, UST Reporting Requirements for CERS:, California Environmental Reporting System (CERS), For more information, call 510.583.4900. Email , haywardfirepermits@hayward-ca.gov,
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The City Attorney's Office manages the Risk Management function for the City. We are dedicated to minimizing or eliminating the exposure of City assets and resources to accidental and business loss, and work with the public through our review of claims against the City. If you believe the City is responsible for any loss or damage to you or your property, you may submit a Claim Form . Follow the…
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Updated, : June 18, 2026, A Zoning Conformance Permit is required for apiaries, unattended collection boxes and small livestock/household pets (i.e. hens, ducks, pigeons, rabbits). ZCPs require Planning Director approval and compliance with all the applicable regulations in, HMC Section 10-1.2735, . ZCPs for apiaries also require public noticing to all properties within 100 feet of the project site. Submitting an Application:, Contact a City of Hayward Planner:, Contact a planner by emailing, planning.division@hayward-ca.gov, or calling (510) 583-4216 to determine the requirements and submittal materials. Please include the project address and a detailed description of your project., Register for an e-Permit Portal account:, You must be a registered user of the, Hayward e-Permit Portal, before you can submit your application. Learn more about how to register on our, e-Permit Portal help page, ., Apply for your Plan Type:, Using the e-Permit Portal, apply for your Plan by completing the online application and attaching the required submittal materials. Learn more about how to apply for a Plan on our, e-Permit Portal help page, . Required Submittal Materials: The submittal items below are required for this project type., Site Plans, : A site plan showing the location of the apiary or unattended collection box on the project site. (Not required for Small Livestock/Household Pets), Project Review, : Applicants will be notified by email or can login to the e-Permit Portal for updates on their application. ZVLs typically take a month to process., Paying Fees, : After submitting your application through the e-Permits Portal, the applicant will be promoted to pay the associated fees. The application fee for a ZCP for apiaries and unattended collection boxes is $373 and for small livestock/Household pets is $124.
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