§ 18-38. Tree removal requirements.  


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  • No tree permit shall be issued allowing for the removal of trees unless one of the following conditions exist:

    (1)

    The tree is located in the buildable area or yard area where a structure or improvement is to be placed and it unreasonably restricts the permitted use of the property and:

    a.

    The tree cannot reasonably be relocated elsewhere on the property.

    b.

    The tree cannot be reasonably relocated off-site because of the age, type, or size of the tree.

    (2)

    The tree is diseased, injured, in danger of falling, too close to existing or planned structures, interferes with existing or planned utility service, creates unsafe vision clearance or conflicts with other ordinances or regulations as determined by the development services department.

    (3)

    It is in the welfare of the general public that the tree be removed for a reason other than set above.

(Ord. No. 594, § 20, 4-14-08)