El Cerrito, CA · Contra Costa County
Tree Care Agreement
El Cerrito property owners use this agreement to accept care responsibilities for new street trees planted by the City in the public right-of-way.
What this form is
The agreement records an owner’s commitment to care for new street trees planted by the City beside their El Cerrito property for three years. It asks for the tree species, quantity, property address, owner contact details, signature and date, and concrete removal area; it also describes care duties and lists fees for trees and concrete removal.
Who needs it
Property owners whose adjacent public right-of-way will receive new street trees from the City use this agreement to accept the stated care responsibilities.
How to submit it
Submit the completed form and fees by mail or in person to the City Hall Permit Counter, 10890 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito. The form lists business hours Monday, Wednesday, and alternate Fridays 8:00–4:00, and Tuesday and Thursday 8:00–6:00.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the property owner just signs and dates the agreement, and it lists no notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download The Agreement
Download the Tree Care Agreement for El Cerrito.
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Complete The Form
Enter the tree and property details, owner contact information, and concrete removal area, then sign and date the agreement.
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Review The Care Instructions
Read the attached tree care instructions, including watering and weeding guidance.
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Submit To The City
Submit the completed form and fees by mail or in person to the City Hall Permit Counter at 10890 San Pablo Avenue.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Tree Care Agreement?
- No. The property owner signs and dates the agreement; it lists no notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Tree Care Agreement?
- Submit the completed form and fees by mail or in person to the City Hall Permit Counter at 10890 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito.
- What responsibilities does the agreement describe?
- The owner agrees to care for the new street trees for three years, including watering and keeping the root crown free of weeds as instructed.
- What information does the form ask for?
- It asks for the tree species and quantity, property address, owner’s printed name and signature, date, phone number, email, and concrete removal square footage.
Need something notarized?
This Tree Care Agreement doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another El Cerrito form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.