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In accordance with Public Works Code, Article 16, Section 806, a written appeal may be made in regards to the removal of a tree within 15 or 30 days of the posting date (depending on the posting period).  Appeals must state the grounds for the appeal and may be sent to urbanforestry@sfdpw.org or mailed to San Francisco Public Works Bureau of Urban Forestry, 49 South Van Ness Ave, Ste 1000, San Francisco, CA 94103.
 
Our aim at Public Works is for San Francisco to have a thriving, robust urban forest. 
 
That is why we always look for all alternatives before choosing tree removal or approving a property owner's request for removal. However, removals are sometimes necessary to protect public safety, first and foremost, and to navigate the many challenges of growing trees in an urban setting.
 
We always look to see if a street tree is replantable in its current location, or closest available site.  If we have explored all options and cannot replant a street tree, that means the basin is not in compliance with Public Works Director's Order 187,246, as well as with the Minimum Guidelines which can be found on the Plant a Street Tree page.  Some common considerations that limit street tree replanting include sidewalk width, proximity to any existing infrastructure (street lights, traffic lights, stop signs, bus stops, etc.) and conflicts with any underground utilities. 
 
"Hazard tree" shall mean any tree that poses an imminent hazard to person or property. The Director may determine that a tree is a hazard if it or any part of it:
  1. Appears dead, dangerous, or likely to fall, even after proper maintenance activities are performed to eliminate dead or dangerous parts; 
  2. Obstructs or damages a street, sidewalk, or other existing structure;
  3. Harbors a serious disease or infestation threatening the health of other trees; 
  4. Interferes with vehicular or pedestrian traffic; or
  5. Poses any other significant hazard or potential hazard, as determined by the Director; provided, however, that feasible measures have been applied to abate any such hazard, such as applicable Maintenance activities as defined in this Section 802. The Director's determination shall be in writing.

SEC. 802. DEFINITIONS.

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If Location IS replantable, tree will be replaced unless conflict with underground utilities is found. If conflict is found, replacement will be relocated or added to deferred replacement report if replacement location not found within 120 days.
 
If Location is NOT replantable, Replacement will be relocated or added to deferred replacement report if replacement location not found within 120 days.
 
Please note, photos and descriptions will be removed once the posting period has expired. Contact urbanforestry@sfdpw.org or 628-652-TREE (8733) with questions or for more information.
 
 

Active Appeals at the Board of Appeals

AgendaDistrictAddressAppeal No.Hearing DateDescriptionPermit and Hearing Nos.Links
     
 
  

 

  • District 1
    400 6th Avenue tree 400 6th Avenue tree 400 6th Avenue tree
    400 6th Ave

    Site: 12

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Assessment following sudden limb failure. Recent targeted pruning for hazard abatement left canopy sparse and exposed to potential wind failures. Even with a corrected lean the trees weight is directed toward the roadway. The remaining asymmetrical canopy in a species know for potential failures has an increased risk to public. Location is replantable. 

    Posting Period: 09/28/26 - 10/28/26

  • District 1
    273 29th Avenue tree 273 29th Avenue tree 273 29th Avenue tree 273 29th Avenue tree
    273 29th Avenue

    Site: 1

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Tree has been infected with myoporum thrips disease. Owner was spraying for years to keep pests at bay, but tree has declined and is dying faster than new growth. Owner desires to plant a new large stature tree to mitigate canopy loss. Location is replantable.

    Posting Period: 10/13/26 - 11/12/26

  • District 2
    800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree 800 Chestnut Street tree
    800 Chestnut St

    Site: 4

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: "Permit 805688. Removal of 67 trees (18 street trees, 49 significant trees) with replacement, plus an additional 33 significant trees.  

    800 CHESTNUT ST - 36 SIGNIFICANT TREES, 5 STREET TREES (41 TREES)

    2431 JONES ST - 12 SIGNIFICANT TREES, 10 STREET TREES (22 TREES)

    767 FRANCISCO ST - 1 SIGNIFICANT TREES, 3 STREET TREES (4 TREES)

     

    Reasons for removal:  

    8 street trees are in poor condition and show signs of major decay and decline.

    2 street trees removals due to Jones st parking lot access and redesign, and transformer location: The Jones St parking lot is being renovated to accommodate accessibility requirements for parking spaces and an accessible entrance to the building. Due the parking lot expansion to accommodate new ADA spaces and a new driveway, as well as a transformer that will be serviced by PG&E, the following trees need removal. Trees are also is fair-poor condition and showing signs of decay and decline.

    41 tree removals (5 street tree, 36 significant trees) due to approved Brown Building facade work on both Jones St and Chestnut St sides: Several parts of the historic building facade of the Brown building need repair due to cracking and crumbling. In order to access the building facade and complete the repairs, the trees along the building need to be removed and replaced.

    16 tree (3 street trees, 13 significant trees) removals due to the replacement of the retaining wall in the meadow: The existing 5’-6’ concrete retaining wall adjacent to the sidewalk is being undermined by several cracks and is at risk of failure. This wall must be replaced for public safety.  

    Replacements:

    All street trees that will be removed will be replaced within the public right of way.

    All significant trees will be replaced with trees planted within 10’ of the property line, and thirty-three additional trees will be added within 10’ of the property line.

     

    Posting Period: 09/28/26 - 10/28/26

  • District 5
    2255 Post Street tree 2255 Post Street tree
    2255 Post St

    Site: 1

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Construction impacts expected to be outside tolerance of tree. Tree in decline with only 30% live crown. Yellowing and thinning crown indicative of heart rot typical of species. Tree is unlikely to recover in normal circumstances. Location is replantable. Permit 807257

    Posting Period: 10/13/26 - 11/12/26

  • District 5
    2245 Post St

    Site: 3

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Construction impacts are expected to be outside of tree tolerance. Tree in decline with lean over sidewalk and parking stall. History of damage to trunk and crown from parking vehicles. Location is replantable. Permit 807257

    Posting Period: 10/13/26 - 11/12/26

  • District 6
    24 Rausch Street tree 24 Rausch Street tree
    24 Rausch St.

    Site: 1

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Tree needs to be removed due to roots uplifting sidewalk. Sidewalk repair would remove structural roots causing the tree to become unstable. The tree is also leaning into the street and has continued to lean over the course of time. The majority of tree is less than 14ft above the street causing clearance issues.  More than half would need to be removed to meet 14ft clearance. Location is replantable.

    Posting Period: 09/14/26 - 10/14/26

  • District 6
    1650 Mission Street tree 1650 Mission Street tree 1650 Mission Street tree 1650 Mission Street tree
    1650 Mission St.

    Site: 4

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Ficus tree had a recent large branch failure. Pruning to mitigate the failure will require the removal of the tree's central canopy, which in turn will make the tree more prone to future failures. The ficus tree has previous branch failures, been repeatedly hit by vehicles and has included bark at crucial unions. The tree has fair to poor structure. The tree is replaceable. 

    Posting Period: 09/21/26 - 10/21/26

  • District 8
    9 Sharon Street tree 9 Sharon Street tree 9 Sharon Street tree
    9 Sharon St

    Site: 1

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Dead tree. Location is replantable.

    Posting Period: 09/28/26 - 10/28/26

  • District 8
    30 Sharon Street tree 30 Sharon Street tree
    30 Sharon St

    Site: 1

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Dead tree. Location is replantable.

    Posting Period: 09/28/26 - 10/28/26

  • District 8
    87 Vicksburg Street tree 87 Vicksburg Street tree 87 Vicksburg Street tree 87 Vicksburg Street tree
    87 Vicksburg St

    Site: 1

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Root uplifting sidewalk will destabilize tree once cut. Tree can not be sufficiently pruned for sidewalk clearance for pedestrian need. Resident placed caution tape on low hanging limb due to impacts on pedestrians. Location is replantable. 

    Posting Period: 10/13/26 - 11/12/26

  • District 9
    3445 17th Street tree 3445 17th Street tree 3445 17th Street tree 3445 17th Street tree
    3445 17th St

    Site: 1

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Significant internal decay from base up through trunk. Extensive termite activity in all past pruning and failure wounds. Lack of clearance over road and loading zone for church. Unstable root system. Location is replantable.

    Posting Period: 09/28/26 - 10/28/26

  • District 9
    3459 17th Street tree 3459 17th Street tree 3459 17th Street tree 3459 17th Street tree 3459 17th Street tree
    3459 17th St

    Site: 1

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Significant internal decay from base up through trunk. Termite activity and basal conk with large open wounds. Lack of clearance over road and loading zone for church. Location is replantable.

    Posting Period: 09/28/26 - 10/28/26