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Sidewalk Trees
The City of Oakland is giving free City sidewalk trees to homeowners/property owners that are willing to care for the tree.
If homeowners/property owners are willing to:
- Cut open sidewalk and remove concrete
- Backfill well after cutting
- Water the tree for three years
- Keep the tree well free of weeds and litter
- Keep wood chips or mulch on the soil around the tree
The City of Oakland is willing to:
- Inspect your property for a qualified location
- Select an appropriate tree species
- Install a free 15 gallon tree
- Classify the tree as "Official" and provide maintenance for the tree (stakes, pruning, sidewalk repair)
You can download information about frequently planted trees. You can also download the tree planting request form.
For more information on this wonderful program or to find how to apply, please contact Robert Zahn:
Oakland Public Works Agency Tree Section
7101 Edgewater Drive
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 615-5852
(510) 615-5845 Fax