Any person desiring to cut or remove trees or branches thereof in close proximity to the lines of the city electrical system shall, before doing the work, give reasonable written notice to the Director of Public Works and shall follow any and all rules and regulations which he or she may prescribe for doing the work. It shall be unlawful for any person felling or removing the trees or branches to disrupt or damage the lines without first giving proper notice and receiving permission in writing to do so. Whenever it becomes necessary to protect the lines or property of the electrical system, the City Council shall have the power to order cut and removed any overhanging branches or limbs of trees so that the lines will be free and safe.
(1973 Code, § 3-1012) Penalty, see § 10.99