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The OAK311 mobile app and SeeClickFix web portal will be down from Thursday February 13th at 7:00 pm to Saturday February 15th at 11:59pm for a software update. During this time, we will only be responding to infrastructure emergencies. To report an infrastructure emergency, please call us by dialing 3-1-1 (if in Oakland) or (510) 615-5566.

Tree View Obstruction

​The Obstruction of View Corridors Ordinance (OMC 15.52) allows for pruning certain trees to eliminate or minimize view obstructions.

The Obstruction of View Corridors Ordinance (OMC 15.52) allows for pruning certain trees to eliminate or minimize view obstructions. Specified tree species (such as the coast live oak and California bay), all street trees, and all park trees are exempt from the provisions of this ordinance. Certain indigenous tree species may be exempt where present due to natural regeneration. Trees that do not qualify under this ordinance must be pruned in accordance to the Prune Your Own City Tree Guidelines.

Posted: August 31st, 2018 3:44 PM

Last Updated: January 20th, 2021 8:02 PM

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