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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. 
 
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
    2 Lake Street (listed as 26 Lake Street) tree 2 Lake Street (listed as 26 Lake Street) tree 2 Lake Street (listed as 26 Lake Street) tree
    2 Lake Street (listed as 26 Lake Street)

    Site: 12
     

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Permit# 800002  Only one supportive structural root exists and must be pruned for sidewalk repair.Applicant will plant 24" box as tree only appraised for less than in-lieu.
     

    Posting Period: 4/28/25 - 5/28/25

  • District 1
    632 El Camino Del Mar tree 632 El Camino Del Mar tree 632 El Camino Del Mar tree 632 El Camino Del Mar tree 632 El Camino Del Mar tree 632 El Camino Del Mar tree 632 El Camino Del Mar tree 632 El Camino Del Mar tree
    632 El Camino Del Mar

    Site: 1,2,3

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Permit#798737 Unhealthy yuccas are not thriving and each will be replaced with a much more beneficial tree with healthier canopy.

    Posting Period: 03/31/25 - 04/30/25

  • District 5
    510 Central Ave. tree 510 Central Ave. tree 510 Central Ave. tree 510 Central Ave. tree
    510 Central Ave.

    Site: 2
     

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: The tree exhibits structural deficiencies, with a history of prior failures. A significant included bark split runs down the center, exposing the bark on a major limb. These structural concerns, coupled with the tree's declining health, present a potential safety hazard to the surrounding area. Location is replantable.
     

    Posting Period: 04/14/25 - 04/29/25

  • District 7
    50X Ludlow Alley 50X Ludlow Alley 50X Ludlow Alley 50X Ludlow Alley 50X Ludlow Alley 50X Ludlow Alley 50X Ludlow Alley 50X Ludlow Alley 50X Ludlow Alley 50X Ludlow Alley 50X Ludlow Alley 50X Ludlow Alley
    50X Ludlow Alley: Ludlow Alley is an unmarked, narrow public right-of-way located between 186 & 192 Casitas Ave and 17 Lansdale Ave & 285 Dalewood Way.

    Site: 3

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Removal of three (3) street trees with replacement nearby by Public Works, not within the same Ludlow Alley public right-of-way due to inaccessibility of the site. Replacement trees will be planted a few blocks away.  The three trees are bluegum eucalyptus trees (Eucalyptus globulus) and have low vigor with very poor structure. The subject trees are also placed directly on top of the City's sewer main, and this public right-of-way was created to accomodate the placement and maintenance of the sewer main in this location, which drops from Casitas Ave down to Lansdale and Dalewood.

    Posting Period: 04/07/25 - 05/07/25

     

  • District 8
    274 Roosevelt Way 274 Roosevelt Way 274 Roosevelt Way
    274 Roosevelt Way

    Site: 1

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Sidewalk repairs will require the pruning of tree roots, which would significantly compromise the stability of the tree. Due to the limited space within the sidewalk area, replanting at the original location is not feasible. As a result, a new tree will need to be relocated and replanted in a more suitable location.

    Posting Period: 04/14/25 - 05/14/25

  • District 8
    3517 24th St tree 3517 24th St tree 3517 24th St tree
    3517 24th St.

    Site: 1
     

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Unstable union between two major stems. Active sloughing of bark and oozing from abnormal union. Risk and consequences of failure not within tolerance of department. Issue cannot be corrected through pruning. Location IS replantable.
     

    Posting Period: 04/21/25 - 05/06/25

  • District 8
    3673 19th St tree 3673 19th St tree 3673 19th St tree 3673 19th St tree
    3673 19th St

    Site: 1
     

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: The main trunk and the entire canopy are in the road. There is no possibility to prune the tree to achieve appropriate clearance. Location is not replantable. 
     

    Posting Period: 04/21/25 - 05/21/25

  • District 9
    67 Prentiss Street tree 67 Prentiss Street tree 67 Prentiss Street tree
    67 Prentiss St.

    Site: 1

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Construction project will require removal of tree. Repair and pouring of new foundation will be at the base of the tree, as the tree is in private property and within the footprint of the building. Structure is poor with a significant lean and history of topping. Tree has appraised for less than the standard in-lieu fee. Tree will be replaced by applicant with a new Significant tree, species to be approved by BUF. Permit 796451. Due to placement at the current foundation, the tree appraised for less than the in-lieu fee.

    Posting Period: 04/07/25 - 05/07/25

  • District 9
    321 Lexington St tree 321 Lexington St tree 321 Lexington St tree 321 Lexington St tree
    321 Lexington St

    Site: 1
     

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Termite damage and decay in basal cut wound. Hollow trunk at base of streetside stem with lean over road. Roots causing crack in foundation. Location is replantable.
     

    Posting Period: 04/21/25 - 05/21/25

  • District 10
    225 Wheeler Ave. tree 225 Wheeler Ave. tree
    225 Wheeler Ave.

    Site: 1

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Removal of one (1) street tree with replacement. Property is under construction. Sidewalk repairs, driveway repairs, and relocation of gas line cannot be performed without pruning of major roots located within the tree's critical root zone. If these roots were to be pruned, the health of the tree will decline and destabilize the tree. Permit 798328. The tree can be replaced. Improper placement of large stature conifer species at the base of property.  Due to placement, the tree appraised for less than the in-lieu fee.

    Posting Period: 04/07/25 - 05/07/25

  • District 10
    637 Carolina St tree 637 Carolina St tree 637 Carolina St tree 637 Carolina St tree
    637 Carolina St

    Site: 5
     

    Reason(s) for Tree Removal: Removal of one (1) street tree without replacement.  Location is not replantable. PG&E needs to install a utility pole to support communication, secondary, and high voltage lines. Tree is already in decline and will not survive pruning in order to install the pole.
     

    Posting Period: 04/21/25 - 05/21/25