In all new subdivisions, street and yard trees shall be planted three to five feet inside the property line and not in the “boulevard.” The setback provisions shall not apply to tree plantings on city parkways or streets where the City Council may permit the planting of trees in landscaped median or boulevard areas. No tree shall be planted within 30 feet of the intersection of curb lines on corner lots. No trees shall be planted or set out on any different line than as above designated on the public streets or highways of the city. The Public Works Department shall have the power in their discretion to cause the removal of all trees hereafter planted in violation of this section. The city shall not be responsible for the destruction of any private improvements located within the setback.
(Ord. 2004-02, passed 1-28-2004)