Richardson designates trees of 24+ caliper inches as specimen trees under Ch. 22.5. Removal of specimen trees requires 2:1 caliper inch replacement ratio. Unauthorized removal carries a $2,000 per tree per day penalty.
Chapter 22.5 classifies specimen trees as those with at least 24 caliper inches (diameter), excluding species on the city's unprotected list. Specimen trees receive enhanced protection with a higher replacement ratio of 2 caliper inches per 1 caliper inch removed (compared to 1:1 for protected trees). Monetary mitigation may be available as an alternative to physical replacement in some cases. The ordinance was adopted by City Council in May 2024. The Tree Board, established under Chapter 22.5, advises on tree preservation matters. Trees on the city's unprotected species list (invasive species) are exempt from these protections regardless of size.
Unauthorized removal of specimen trees carries penalties of $2,000 per tree per day plus required 2:1 replacement mitigation.
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