The City's Valley Oak Ordinance establishes policies for the care, trimming and removal of Valley Oaks. Residents and developers are required to ensure the protection of these magnificent trees and must obtain permission to remove or prune Valley Oaks.
Yearly, the Parks & Urban Forestry Division works with local media outlets to discuss the importance of proper care of Valley Oaks. As Visalia and the State of California continues to suffer the effects of the drought, it's important to stay informed of Valley Oaks and how they can be cared for. Learn more from the following documents:
Valley Oak Tree Editorial - As seen in the Visalia Times Delta and Valley Voice Newspapers
Watering Guidelines for Newly Planted Trees
Watering for Guidelines for Mature Trees
Forms and Information:
To submit an Intent to Prune application, please click here and call our office at 559-713-4020 for further instructions.
To submit your Oak Tree Permit online, please click here. Please call our office at 559-713-4020 to make payment arrangements.
You may also print a form and submit via mail. Click below: