The Street Tree Program maintains and preserves 30,000 street trees in a healthy and safe condition, with a staff of three tree crews with specialized equipment, and three Certified Arborists. A computerized street tree inventory tracks the history of work done on each street tree.
Street trees are generally located in the area between the curb and the sidewalk. The value of trees increases 5% to 15% per year. Trees provide the community with a number of benefits. These include improved aesthetics, shade that reduces energy needs, visual screenings, natural pollution and noise reducers, soil stabilizers, increases soil-water retention, serves as food and shelter for wildlife, decreases storm water runoff, and increases property values.
Street Tree Ordinance:
Hayward Municipal Code (Section 7-2.50 – 7-2.65) explains the responsibilities of the City and the public regarding street trees. In general, a resident cannot trim, remove or plant a tree without the Landscape Manager's permission (Maintenance Services Department, Landscape Division).
If you have questions, please call the Landscape Maintenance Division at 510-583-8906 or submit a service request online.
You may also submit a service request for this item in the 'Make a Service Request' area below.
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