Urban forest san jose

Caring for Your Trees. Tree care responsibilities are shared by the many stakeholders within the city. Since the municipal code has established that the property owner is responsible for the maintenance of the street tree s adjacent to their property. The city maintains trees in median island and roadside landscapes, as well as, in some special landscape districts.

Heritage tree designation provides official recognition and protection of trees on both private and public properties that are of special significance to the community because of their history, girth, height, species, or unique quality. View more info on Heritage Trees. See the benefits of your tree and all trees in the city using our interactive map.

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Jump to subpage Community Forest Management Trees are a critically important part of our city's infrastructure. The environment of an average street tree is often harsh due to dry and compacted soils and extensive areas of surrounding asphalt and concrete.

We experience the benefits of trees everyday whether we can identify them or not. Trees act like a sponge, soaking up the air pollution that hangs out around street level. Trees do this by catching pollution on their leaves, and as they carry out their natural functions. One benefit we receive from the shade of a tree is savings on our energy bills. We can further reduce our annual energy costs by planting and maintaining shade trees in our yards and neighborhoods.

For every tree you plant, the smog fades a little and the property values rise. Trees planted along the street will help to slow the traffic. Try it out for yourself!

The intent of the San Jose Community Forest Management Plan is to reflect the priorities and values of the citizens, residents, and business owners…and most importantly, ensure that people have vibrant connections to trees. We want to hear your ideas on how we can grow our urban forest, and learn more about the challenges you face in your neighborhood. San Jose will be hosting a series of online public meetings to understand the values and needs of residents living in the City.

Please click on the register link to get more information, and confirm your attendance. Space is limited for each meeting. Home The Plan Why Trees? Every day in San Jose, trees make valuable contributions to the health and beauty of our city. Why Trees? This means, every year in San Jose…. Money can grow on trees.