The provisions of this article shall not apply to the following:
A. The removal of a protected tree in accordance with the terms and conditions of a single-family development permit, Hillside development permit, variance, minor accommodation, final subdivision map, or building permit approved or issued prior to November 19, 1991.
B. The removal of a tree or stand of trees as defined by and in accordance with the terms and conditions of a tree removal permit issued under ordinance 91-O-2134.
C. Trimming or pruning of a protected tree which does not damage the protected tree, including, without limitation, trimming or pruning for view preservation.
D. The removal of a protected tree pursuant to a view restoration permit issued by the city in accordance with the provisions of section 10-8-106 of this title. (Ord. 93-O-2176, eff. 8-20-1993; amd. Ord. 94-O-2202, eff. 7-22-1994; Ord. 11-O-2616, eff. 1-6-2012)