Property owners must maintain tree limbs and vegetation a distance of no less than fourteen feet (14′) above the street to allow safe passage of fire department vehicles without causing them damage. Branches or other vegetation overhanging a sidewalk must be maintained a distance of at least seven feet (7′) above the sidewalk to allow for safe passage of pedestrians. See illustration below:

Sight Obstructions in Visibility Triangles also Prohibited

Trees, shrubs, and any other vegetation or signs, fencing, retainer wall or other improvements must not cause a sight obstruction for motorists or pedestrians.

Read the Ordinance

• Streets and Sidewalks Chapter - Tree Overhang of Sidewalks and Streets
  • Article IX, Section 9.04 Tree Overhang of Sidewalks and Streets
  • Link to illustration (Table 5) of trimming requirements in the ordinance
• Streets and Sidewalk Chapter - Sight Obstructions Prohibited Within Intersection Visibility Triangles and Parkway Areas
  • Article IX, Section 9.02 - 9.03

Report a Concern

Report a code violation online or by calling the Action Center at 817-459-6777. In case of emergency call 9-1-1.