3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
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Hennepin County Code Chapter 16 regulates tree removal, replacement, and protection on county-owned land and along county highways, supporting the Climate Action Plan canopy goals.
Hennepin County and its cities require replacement plantings when trees are removed for development, supporting the Climate Action Plan canopy and equity targets.
Hennepin County prioritizes tree planting and forest investments in historically underserved neighborhoods, addressing canopy gaps tied to redlining and heat-island disparities.
1 cities in Hennepin County have their own tree protection rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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