Virginia Beach has a comprehensive tree preservation ordinance under Appendix E of the City Code. The city requires permits for removal of trees meeting certain size thresholds and protects specimen and heritage trees with enhanced restrictions.
Appendix E of the City Code establishes the Tree Planting, Preservation, and Replacement regulations. Trees on development sites meeting size thresholds require approval for removal. Heritage and specimen trees receive additional protection. Replacement requirements apply when trees are removed. Development sites must submit tree surveys and preservation plans. Trees in the CBPA Resource Protection Area buffers are protected as part of the vegetated buffer. The city's Urban Forest Management Program coordinates public tree management.
Unauthorized tree removal carries fines and mandatory replacement at enhanced ratios. Violations in CBPA buffers carry additional penalties up to $10,000 per day under state law.
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