Bridgeport's Tree Code Chapter 71 and the Climate Action Plan together promote canopy expansion in historically under-planted neighborhoods, prioritizing replacement plantings, heat-island reduction, and protection of mature street trees.
Chapter 71 of the Bridgeport Code establishes a Tree Warden under CT §23-58 and regulates the planting, protection, and removal of public-shade trees citywide. The Climate Action Plan and Office of Sustainability target higher canopy coverage in low-income neighborhoods near Old Mill Hill and the East End that historically lost trees to industrial development and storms. Removal of public trees requires a public hearing, posted notice, and a finding by the Tree Warden, with replacement planting often required as a condition of approval.
Removing or damaging a public-shade tree without Tree Warden approval can result in CT §23-65 fines based on the appraised tree value, plus replacement-planting orders and possible criminal misdemeanor charges.
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Bridgeport adopted a Climate Action Plan (BGreen 2020) committing the city to greenhouse-gas reductions, resilience planning, and sustainability across munic...
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Bridgeport designates heritage or landmark trees based on size, age, or species. Removal or damage to heritage trees carries significant penalties.
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