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Urban Forestry Policy in Historic Districts

Summary

The 2024 Urban Forestry Policy Manual governs city street trees, including landmark trees and replacement-in-kind planting in historic districts. A board member flagged that unwatered parkways are stressing mature trees in older neighborhoods.

At a glance

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Last discussed Aug 19, 2026.

Impact analysis

✅Who benefits

Residents of historic districts and all who benefit from Riverside's tree canopy and property values.

⚠️Who could be affected

Owners of older neighborhoods where unwatered parkway trees are declining may face tree loss.

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