Streets and Facilities Division
Office Hours: Monday- Friday 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Phone: (831)636-4370
Email: Streets@hollister.ca.gov
The Streets and Building Division is responsible for street and sidewalk maintenance, including patching, striping, signage and soundwalls. It is also responsible for ensuring city buildings are maintained. For information, concerns, or to report problems, please contact the City of Hollister Public Works Department, Streets, and Building division at (831)636-4370.
City of Hollister Tree Planting Specifications
- One tree shall be planted on a standard lot. Two trees on a corner lot if applicable.
- The tree shall be planted in the center of the planter strip between the sidewalk and curb, 10 feet away from utilities, 10 feet away from the driveway, and 30 feet from the corner or stop sign. Monolithic areas, tree shall be planted 10 feet from the curb.
- All trees shall be subjected to inspection for quality, size, and variety.
- Pruning shall be limited to the minimum necessary to remove injured branches and to shape the tree. Topping is not permitted.
- Residents are required to contact USA (Underground Service Alert) at 811 before or prior to any excavation. https://newtinb.digalert.org/direct/
- City staff will mark a white spot on the curb where the tree is to be planted. A 24-hour notice is required for marking inspection.
- Waiting for a permit decision A city employee will visit the location. Not all locations are suitable for a tree. If your tree permit is denied the Streets Division supervisor will inform you.
Should you have any questions, please contact the City of Hollister Public Works Department at 831.636.4370. You can submit your permit by emailing them to publicworks@hollister.ca.gov.
Tree Planting Policy
Street Tree List
Tree Permit
