1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Clark County, Washington.
Verified from official government sources
Clark County regulates tree removal mainly through the state Forest Practices Act (RCW 76.09) and CCC 40.260.080, plus critical-area review near wetlands, streams, and habitat. A commercial forest-practice cut approved by DNR triggers a six-year development moratorium on the parcel. Development-required trees must also be protected during construction.
CCC 40.320.010(G)(5)(c)
Existing trees and plant materials to be retained shall be protected during construction, such as by use of chain link or other sturdy fence placed at the dripline of trees to be retained. Grading, topsoil storage, construction material storage, vehicles and equipment shall not be allowed within the dripline of trees to be retained.
1 cities in Clark County have their own tree protection rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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