Removal of the median was up for debate during traffic discussions surrounding the redevelopment.

The list of approved contractors is issued with the trimming permit. Applications may be obtained by calling Special Designated Areas. The Street Tree Policy established special designated areas in the City of Torrance where street trees are protected and preserved.

These areas are exempt from the permit process. Report an Issue or Submit a Service Request. Online Service Request [email protected] City Trees & Landscape. The Public Works Streetscape Division is responsible for the maintenance and sustainability of the City’s urban forest which includes all trees in the public right of way. [email protected] The private tree contractors listed below have met the City's requirements in order to perform permitted trimming on City Trees.

City requirements include appropriate State and City license, insurance coverage, and signed agreement to trim according to City specifications and practices. Feb 23, Caltrans has jurisdiction over state highways and did issue Torrance a permit to remove the tree, but a representative said that Caltrans is otherwise not involved in the removal.) Brand’s solution is simple: Cut the median back a few dozen feet, just short of the tree. Report an Issue or Submit a Service Request.

Online Service Request [email protected] Tree Planting. The Streetscape Division of Public Works understands that t rees are an important part of the community. The Streetscape Division plants an average of trees per year throughout Torrance medians, residential parkways, and major arterials.

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