NOTICE OF TREE REMOVAL By San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA)
LOCATION: 880 Folsom Street
# OF TREES: One (1) Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia)
POSTING PERIOD (30 days) From: 8/5/2026 Through: 9/4/2026
SFMTA proposes to remove the tree at the above location.
Site: 1, 2
Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Trees are in significant decline despite efforts by property owner to revive. Significant dieback with 5% live crown. One site is replantable while the other is too close to the adjacent site and is not replantable.
Posting Period: 08/17/26 - 09/16/26
Site: 1
Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Uplift across entire path of travel ahead of significant grade drop. City has attempted to shave down uplift, but the sidewalk is too degrade. Tree is not expected to survive necessary root pruning to repair sidewalk. Location is replantable.
Posting Period: 08/17/26 - 09/16/26
Site: 1
Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Necessary sidewalk repair will require root-pruning which is expected to destabilize tree. City has attempted to shave down uplift, but the sidewalk uplift is too great. Current path of travel is at ADA minimum and trunk is expected to increase rapidly. Location is replantable.
Posting Period: 08/17/26 - 09/16/26
Project Description
The Mission Street Pavement Renovation Projects seeks to address aging infrastructure along one of San Francisco’s busiest arterial routes. The project limits are Mission Street between Erie Street and Santa Marina Street.
This project will include sewer main replacement and/or rehabilitation, curb ramp work, bus pad installation, street base repairs and repaving along the project limits. Construction is anticipated to start in Fall 2027 with completion expected in Fall 2030.
Project Description
San Francisco Public Works has hired Sage Consulting Engineers, Inc. to construct new curb ramps at intersections throughout San Francisco. This project will include demolishing existing curb ramps & curbs, constructing new ADA-compliant curb ramps and reconstructing adjacent areas of the sidewalk and curb lane. The scope of work will include saw-cutting the sidewalk and gutter, removing concrete, framing and pouring concrete and placing asphalt in the gutter area.
Overview: February 2026 Update
The City continues to move forward with traffic signal upgrades and accessibility improvements at key intersections. Over the next three weeks, crews will be focused on completing signal punch list items, coordinating with utility providers, and finalizing curb ramp installations.
These efforts aim to enhance pedestrian safety, improve traffic flow, and support accessibility for all street users.
Work Schedule: January 19 – February 22, 2026
San Francisco Public Works
49 South Van Ness Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94103
City and County of San Francisco
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