DOT Physical Claremont, CA
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Claremont, CA and throughout the local area.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires that all drivers holding a CDL license must have a DOT physical, complete a medical examination report and successfully complete all requirements of the DOT physical to be issued a CDL medical card, the card is valid for 24 months and must be renewed every 2 years with a physical.
Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides DOT and non DOT physicals Claremont, CA at most drug testing centers and our affiliated medical facilities. All DOT physicals are administered by an examiner trained and certified by FMCSA. Testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.
To Schedule Your DOT Physical or DOT Drug Test at a local testing center call - (800)221-4291 or Schedule your DOT physical or DOT drug test now by clicking the schedule now button below.
1601 MONTE VISTA AVE Ste 190 1.7 miles
CLAREMONT, CA 91711
8891 CENTRAL AVE 1.8 miles
MONTCLAIR, CA 91763
502 S GAREY AVE 3.3 miles
POMONA, CA 91766
754 N MOUNTAIN AVE 3.4 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91762
1716 W HOLT AVE 4.2 miles
POMONA, CA 91768
999 San Bernardino Rd 4.7 miles
Upland, CA 91786
1310 SAN BERNARDINO RD STE 107 4.9 miles
UPLAND, CA 91786
5475 WALNUT AVE 5.3 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
8283 Grove Ave Ste 204, 5.3 miles
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
801 CORPORATE CENTER DR STE 130 5.3 miles
POMONA, CA 91768
13768 Roswell Suite 220, 6.4 miles
Chino, CA 91710
8408 THOROUGHBRED ST 6.6 miles
ALTA LOMA, CA 91701
1350 W COVINA BLVD 6.6 miles
SAN DIMAS, CA 91773
2171 S GROVE AVE STE A 6.8 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
2920 Inland Empire Blvd Ste 108 7.7 miles
Ontario, CA 91764
9695 BASELINE RD 7.8 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
3200 INLAND EMPIRE BLVD STE 100 8.1 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91764
8805 HAVEN AVE STE 100 8.2 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
10801 FOOTHILL BLVD, STE 105 8.6 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
15302 EL PRADO RD 8.7 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
10841 WHITE OAK AVE 8.8 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
4045 E GUASTI RD STE 215 8.9 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
250 S GRAND AVE 9.1 miles
GLENDORA, CA 91741
554 E San Bernardino Rd Ste 10, 9.2 miles
Covina, CA 91723
9405 FAIRWAY VIEW PL 9.2 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
7777 MILLIKEN AVE STE A 9.3 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
3550 E PHILADELPHIA ST STE 150 9.4 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
59 S MILLIKEN AVE STE 100 9.5 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
4325 E GUASTI RD 9.5 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
402 S MILLIKEN AVE STE E2 9.6 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
1101 S MILLIKEN AVE STE C 9.7 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
2640 E GARVEY AVE S STE 106 9.8 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91791
9300 SANTA ANITA AVE STE 104 10.4 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
2707 E VALLEY BLVD STE 116 11.6 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91792
599 INLAND CTR STE 105 12.2 miles
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408
18335 VALLEY BLVD 12.2 miles
LA PUENTE, CA 91744
5345 IRWINDALE AVE 12.3 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91706
6000 N IRWINDALE AVE STE A 12.4 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91702
6520 N IRWINDALE AVE STE 100 12.5 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91702
18575 Gale Ave Ste 155 12.5 miles
City of Industry, CA 91748
18575 GALE AVE STE 295 12.5 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91748
15705 ARROW HWY STE 6B 12.7 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91706
725 S ORANGE AVE 12.9 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91790
17487 HURLEY ST 13.1 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91744
14384 SLOVER AVE 13.3 miles
FONTANA, CA 92337
7798 CHERRY AVE 13.4 miles
FONTANA, CA 92336
10444 LIVE OAK AVE 13.9 miles
FONTANA, CA 92337
20770 ASH CIR STE 200 14.1 miles
YORBA LINDA, CA 92886
14148 FRANCISQUITO AVE 14.3 miles
BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706
16025 GALE AVE STE B10 15.0 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91745
566 E LAMBERT RD 15.3 miles
BREA, CA 92821
5475 E LA PALMA AVE 15.5 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
1001 E IMPERIAL HWY 16.0 miles
BREA, CA 92821
909 E YORBA LINDA BLVD STE H 16.1 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
1301 N ROSE DR 16.1 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
411 N LAKEVIEW AVE 16.3 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
1201 N. ROSE DR. SUITE 202 16.3 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
9961 SIERRA AVE FL 6 16.3 miles
FONTANA, CA 92335
1690 W 6TH ST STE K 16.6 miles
CORONA, CA 92882
10800 MAGNOLIA AVE MOB 1, 4TH FL, 4J 17.0 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92505
117 E LIVE OAK AVE STE 101 17.6 miles
ARCADIA, CA 91006
800 S MAIN ST 17.8 miles
CORONA, CA 92882
118 W 9th St, 17.8 miles
Corona, CA 92882
4500 RIVERVIEW AVE 17.9 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
56 E DUARTE RD 17.9 miles
ARCADIA, CA 91006
4234 Riverwalk Parkway Suite 200 18.0 miles
Riverside, CA 92505
1300 N KRAEMER BLVD 18.1 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
2720 N HARBOR BLVD STE 130 18.1 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
12801 CROSSROADS PKWY S Ste 150 18.1 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91746
2151 N HARBOR BLVD 18.4 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
640 S PLACENTIA AVE 18.5 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
1950 SUNNYCREST DR STE 1800 18.6 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
3144 SANTA ANITA AVE STE 205 18.6 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91733
2250 S. Main St # 105, 18.7 miles
Corona, CA 92882
800 MAGNOLIA AVE STE 108 19.0 miles
CORONA, CA 92879
1820 FULLERTON AVE 19.0 miles
CORONA, CA 92881
15141 Whittier Blvd Ste 125, 19.2 miles
Whittier, CA 90603
3975 JACKSON ST. STE 104 19.8 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92503
9350 FLAIR DR Ste 102 19.8 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
3865 JACKSON ST 19.9 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92503
211 S STATE COLLEGE BLVD STE 325 20.0 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
9041 MAGNOLIA AVE STE 107B 20.0 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92503
1111 E LA PALMA AVE 20.3 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
1717 E LINCOLN AVE 20.3 miles
Anaheim, CA 92805
425 E FOOTHILL BLVD 20.4 miles
RIALTO, CA 92376
12462 PUTNAM ST ste 402 20.6 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
12401 WASHINGTON BLVD 20.8 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
4300 CENTRAL AVE 20.9 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92506
4646 Brockton Ave Ste 102, 20.9 miles
Riverside, CA 92506
12385 WASHINGTON BLVD 20.9 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90606
4121 BROCKTON AVE STE 104 21.0 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
1006 W LA PALMA AVE 21.1 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
3600 CENTRAL AVE STE 3 21.3 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92506
1045 N TUSTIN ST 21.3 miles
ORANGE, CA 92867
1801 W ROMNEYA DR STE 106 21.4 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
3579 ARLINGTON AVE STE 300 21.5 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92506
947 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 120 21.9 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
710 N EUCLID ST STE 203 21.9 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
1000 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 200 21.9 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
330 W. LAS TUNAS DR. STE 2 22.0 miles
SAN GABRIEL, CA 91776
416 W LAS TUNAS DR, STE 204 22.0 miles
SAN GABRIEL, CA 91776
1760 CHICAGO AVE STE J3 22.4 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92507
309 W BEVERLY BLVD 22.5 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
15330 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 1 22.6 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
940 E MAIN ST 22.7 miles
ALHAMBRA, CA 91801
1405 SPRUCE ST STE F 22.8 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92507
1750 E COLORADO BLVD 22.8 miles
PASADENA, CA 91106
1805 MEDICAL CENTER DR 22.9 miles
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92411
2121 S TOWNE CENTRE PL STE 100 22.9 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
13440 IMPERIAL HWY 22.9 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
290 N 10TH ST STE 100 22.9 miles
COLTON, CA 92324
867 S TUSTIN ST 23.1 miles
ORANGE, CA 92866
16700 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 180 23.1 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
16702 VALLEY VIEW AVE 23.1 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
11817 TELEGRAPH RD 23.2 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
705 W LA VETA AVE STE 102 23.2 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
1310 W Stewart Dr Ste 304, 23.3 miles
Orange, CA 92868
850 E WASHINGTON ST 23.4 miles
COLTON, CA 92324
1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 140, 23.4 miles
Orange, CA 92868
946 W TOWN AND COUNTRY RD 23.6 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
935 S MOUNT VERNON AVE STE 101 23.7 miles
COLTON, CA 92324
333 S MAGNOLIA AVE 23.7 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92804
960 E GREEN ST, STE 164 23.7 miles
PASADENA, CA 91106
2300 W BEVERLY BLVD 23.8 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
2814 W LINCOLN AVE 23.8 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
1461 E COOLEY DR STE 200 24.0 miles
COLTON, CA 92324
17542 17TH ST STE 330 24.1 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
742 W HIGHLAND AVE 24.2 miles
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92405
40 CENTERPOINTE DR 24.2 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
8337 TELEGRAPH RD STE 104 24.3 miles
PICO RIVERA, CA 90660
100 S RAYMOND AVE 24.3 miles
ALHAMBRA, CA 91801
801 N Tustin Ave Ste 102, 24.7 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
800 N Tustin Ave Ste A 24.7 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
50 ALESSANDRO PL. SUITE A10 24.8 miles
PASADENA, CA 91105
100 W CALIFORNIA BLVD 24.9 miles
PASADENA, CA 91105
1894 COMMERCENTER W STE 106 25.0 miles
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408
DOT Physical Claremont, CA
Federal Law and DOT regulations state that any "covered employee" such as a CDL driver must possess a valid medical card demonstrating that they have successfully passed a DOT Physical examination and complied with all other requirements of DOT regulation part 40 to be eligible to drive.
Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. can schedule your DOT or non DOT physical examination at a location close to you, insure that all required documentation is completed and that you are issued a CDL medical card upon successfully passing the exam.
Recommended items to bring to your DOT physical:
- Eye glasses (bring prescription)
- List of medications
- Clearance letters or physician related documentation
Persons should also be prepared to discuss with the FMCSA certified examiner your health history including past or recent illnesses or other information related to your physical exam.
NON DOT Physicals/Examinations
Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. can also provide through our nationwide testing locations and affiliated medical facilities non DOT physicals for job fitness, return to duty and follow up.
To Schedule a DOT or Non DOT Physical Claremont, CA
Call (800)-221-4291
DOT Drug Testing Claremont, CA
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Claremont, CA and throughout the local area which complies with all requirements of DOT 49 CFR Part 40. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available.
No appointment is necessary, but you must call and register for a DOT Drug Test Claremont, CA location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Claremont, CA location.
Scheduling a DOT Drug Test, alcohol or any testing service is simple and easy, Call (800)221-4291) or schedule online 24/7.
Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and the process to schedule a DOT drug test or DOT breath alcohol test is FAST AND EASY.
In addition to providing DOT drug testing Claremont, CA location and DOT breath alcohol testing Claremont, CA location, Accredited Drug Testing also has additional testing centers throughout the metropolitan area and other surrounding cities. When you need a DOT drug test or DOT breath alcohol test for pre-employment, random or post-accident, call our DOT drug testing Claremont, CA office at (800)221-4291.
On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has over 5000 testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!
Department of Transportation (DOT)
If you are DOT regulated company or an individual employed in a safety sensitive position, Accredited Drug Testing Inc offers certified DOT drug and alcohol testing and other DOT required services for FMCSA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, USCG and FAA.
Accredited Drug Testing also provides a DOT random testing consortium, DOT drug policy for employers and DOT physicals.
Drug Free Workplace
Many States encourage employers to be a drug free workplace and several States provide a discount on workers compensation premiums, if the business owner is certified as a drug free workplace and the drug testing program complies with State law.
We Come To You! On-site/mobile drug testing is also available for employers when you need to save time and money, we provide on-site drug testing for construction sites, road side accidents, hospitals, schools or any on-site drug testing need.
Our DOT drug testing Claremont, CA centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be at times stressful. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation.
Our DOT drug testing Claremont, CA locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Claremont, CA centers and staff are committed to providing courteous, helpful and professional assistance.
In accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations if you or your business is regulated by one of the following agencies all "covered safety sensitive" employees (part or full time) must comply with all DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements. For specific requirements, click the appropriate agency in which you or your company is regulated by.
Please Note- If you are currently being audited/inspected or found to be in violation by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and you are calling for DOT drug testing or DOT breath alcohol testing, please advise the Accredited Drug Testing DOT Specialist when ordering DOT drug testing or DOT breath alcohol testing services.
To review DOT 49 CFR Part 40 - Click Here
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that all covered employees take a pre-employment 5 panel drug test and have a negative result on file to hold a safety sensitive position.
All DOT regulated companies must have on file a copy of the pre-employment drug test for all covered employees. An applicant saying that they previously took a DOT pre-employment drug test but cannot produce a copy of the drug test result must take a pre-employment drug test before beginning employment in a DOT safety sensitive position.
The Accredited Drug Testing Inc DOT random drug testing program notifies covered employees by email and a phone call and provides the location of the closest testing center for the covered employee to go and take their drug and alcohol test.
Failing to take a random drug or alcohol test once selected can result in substantial fines and penalties by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides a DOT approved random selection Consortium for covered employees who are required to comply with DOT random testing requirements.
DOT Reasonable Suspicion Supervisor Training
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that all DOT regulated companies educate and train all supervisors in how to detect employees under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol.
Supervisors must complete and successfully pass a DOT approved supervisor training course.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides a DOT approved Supervisor Training Course which is web based and which will provide a Certificate of Completion at the conclusion of the course. The course is approximately 3 hours in length and maybe accessed at anytime.
DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that any regulated company with two or more employees holding safety sensitive positions covered by 49 CFR Part 40 must have a written DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy and all employees must be provided a copy of the policy. Companies must comply with all requirements listed in the DOT drug and alcohol policy.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc specializes in the development and implementation of a DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy - Call Accredited Drug Testing in Claremont, CA, (800)221-4291
DOT Additional Requirements/Information
The Department of Transportation only recognizes and authorizes a 5 panel urine drug test and a breath alcohol test for compliance with 49 CFR Part 40.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that a Federal Chain of Custody Form (5 Page CCF) be used with all drug screens and that all breath alcohol testing devices be approved by the DOT.
The staff of Accredited Drug Testing Inc are certified and trained in DOT drug specimen collections and DOT breath alcohol testing.
DOT Physicals
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires that all drivers holding a CDL License must successfully pass a DOT physical to be issued a CDL Medical Card. The Medical Card is valid for 24months and must be renewed every 2 years with a new physical.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT physicals nationwide at most drug testing centers and our affiliated medical facilities. All DOT Physicals are administered by an examiner trained and certified by the FMCSA.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc is your "one stop shopping" for all DOT Physicals Claremont, CA and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Claremont, CA.
To schedule a DOT Physical Claremont, CA location or DOT Drug Test Claremont, CA location, Call (800)221-4291
Please be aware that testing locations do not accept any form of payment and require a test registration donor pass to administer a drug, alcohol, or any other type of test. You must call (800)221-4291 to register for a test or you may register online, no appointment is needed, but a test registration form is required.
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Overview of DOT Physical Examinations
A Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination is a health assessment mandated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. This examination ensures that each driver is capable and healthy enough to safely perform the demanding duties associated with operating a commercial vehicle. The primary goal is to enhance road safety by preventing accidents caused by physical health issues.
Who Needs a DOT Physical?
- Commercial Drivers: All commercial drivers who operate vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating over 10,000 pounds must undergo this physical examination.
- Interstate Bus Drivers: Drivers who operate vehicles that carry more than 15 passengers, including the driver, interstate.
- Hazardous Material Transporters: Those who transport hazardous materials that require safety permits due to the quantity.
Components of a DOT Physical
The DOT physical covers various health checks to assess a driver’s physical and mental capabilities:
- Vision Test: Drivers must have at least 20/40 acuity in each eye with or without correction and a horizontal visual field of at least 70 degrees in the horizontal meridian in each eye.
- Hearing Test: Drivers must be able to hear a forced whisper from a distance of at least five feet with or without a hearing aid.
- Blood Pressure/Pulse Rate: Assesses cardiovascular health and the potential for hypertension.
- Urinalysis: Screens for underlying medical conditions like diabetes and kidney disorders.
- Physical Examination: Involves the examination of multiple systems in the body including neurological, musculoskeletal, respiratory, and psychiatric systems to ensure no impairment that could hinder driving ability.
Validity and Certification
Once a driver passes the DOT physical, they receive a DOT medical certificate which is typically valid for up to two years. However, if a condition is found that requires monitoring (such as hypertension), the medical certificate may be issued for a shorter period.
Preparing for a DOT Physical
Drivers should prepare for their DOT physical by:
- Gathering Health Information: Bring a list of current medications and information on any diagnosed conditions.
- Wearing Proper Attire: Wear loose clothing for the physical exam, and bring any necessary corrective lenses or hearing aids.
- Staying Informed: Be aware of how certain medical conditions might affect the ability to pass the physical.
A DOT physical is a crucial step for the safety of both the commercial driver and other road users. By ensuring medical fitness, these exams help maintain high safety standards in the transportation industry.
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Local Area Info: Claremont, California
Claremont is a city on the eastern edge of Los Angeles County, California, United States, 30.3 miles (48.8 km) east of downtown Los Angeles. It is in the Pomona Valley, at the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, and has a population, as of the 2015 United States Census estimate, of 36,283 people.
Claremont is known as the home of the Claremont Colleges and other educational institutions, and for its tree-lined streets with numerous historic buildings. In July 2007, it was rated by CNN/Money magazine as the fifth best place to live in the United States, and was the highest rated place in California on the list. It was also named the best suburb in the West by Sunset Magazine in 2016, which described it as a "small city that blends worldly sophistication with small-town appeal." In 2018, Niche rated Claremont as the 17th best place to live in the Los Angeles area out of 658 communities it evaluated, based on crime, cost of living, job opportunities, and local amenities. Due to its large number of trees and residents with doctoral degrees, as well as its proximity to the renowned Claremont Colleges, it is sometimes referred to as "The City of Trees and PhDs."
The city is primarily residential, with a significant portion of its commercial activity located in "The Village," a popular collection of street-front small stores, boutiques, art galleries, offices, and restaurants adjacent to and west of the Claremont Colleges. The Village was expanded in 2007, adding a controversial multi-use development that includes a cinema, a boutique hotel, retail space, offices, and a parking structure on the site of an old citrus packing plant west of Indian Hill Boulevard.