Chapter 8.24 Tree Preservation governs the trimming and removal of City-managed and protected trees, including landmark and heritage trees. Permits are required to modify or remove a tree that is protected or managed by the City.
Property owners must obtain an Urban Forestry permit before pruning more than 25% of the canopy of a landmark or heritage tree. Street trees in the City right-of-way may not be removed by the homeowner without City approval. Trees removed as part of a development project must be replaced according to the §8.24 replacement schedule for landmark, heritage and street trees.
Unpermitted removal of a heritage tree is enforceable as a Chapter 8.24 violation with replacement requirements and a fine. In-lieu fee may be required where replacement is infeasible.
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