Tree removal in Sausalito: the local rules

Each rule below links to the section of the Sausalito Municipal Code it was read from, with the code text one click away (checked October 2026). General information, not legal advice.

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Exemptions	Routine pruning needs no permit. Applies: Applies to protected trees. § 11.12.030 · code text It is unlawful for any person to remove or alter any protected tree, as defined herein, without a permit issued and posted as provided in this chapter except for the purpose of routine pruning.
Permit to remove	Yes. A permit is required. Applies: Applies to removing or altering any protected tree, except routine pruning. § 11.12.030 · code text It is unlawful for any person to remove or alter any protected tree, as defined herein, without a permit issued and posted as provided in this chapter except for the purpose of routine pruning.
Replacement trees	A desirable replacement tree, a tree replacement fee set by City Council, or a Planning Commission waiver. Applies: One of these is required to grant a tree removal permit. § 11.12.030 · code text In order to grant a tree removal permit, it must be determined that one of the following conditions is satisfied:

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Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Sausalito?

Sausalito's code: Yes. A permit is required. (Applies to removing or altering any protected tree, except routine pruning.) (§ 11.12.030); A desirable replacement tree, a tree replacement fee set by City Council, or a Planning Commission waiver. (One of these is required to grant a tree removal permit.) (§ 11.12.030).

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