White Plains tree ordinance requires replacement plantings when regulated trees are removed. Replacement ratio typically based on caliper inches of tree removed.
When a permitted tree removal occurs, the ordinance requires replacement plantings on the same site (or contribution to a tree fund if infeasible). Replacement commonly 1:1 by count for smaller trees, or caliper-inch-for-caliper-inch for larger specimens, using approved native or adapted species. Heritage trees often require 2:1 or greater replacement. Two-year survival guarantee usually required.
Failure to plant replacements: fine equal to replacement cost plus tree fund contribution. Dead replacements within survival period must be replaced again.
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