Except as outlined in this section, the city will have jurisdiction to maintain public trees as it sees fit.
It shall be unlawful:
A. For any public tree to be "topped" or "headed" in such a way that the crown is removed or severely cut back.
B. To cut down, destroy, or damage any public tree without permission of the city.
C. Attach devices or signs to any public tree.
D. Dispose of or apply any substance toxic to trees near any public trees or on public property.
E. Damage any public trees as a result of construction or excavation activities.
F. Vandalize or deface any public tree.
G. Remove or damage any device whose purpose is to provide care in support for any public tree.
H. Failure to remove branches or debris resulting from private or public tree maintenance or natural disaster from any right of way. Responsibility for removal lies with the private or public owner of the tree.
I. Plant public trees with the following limits:
1. Within four feet (4') of any building or structure.
2. Within ten feet (10') of fire hydrants or utility poles.
3. Within two feet (2') of existing curb, sidewalk or asphalt.
4. Within ten feet (10') of sewer or water line access.
5. Within twenty feet (20') of a stop or yield sign.
6. Within the sight triangle of any public intersection.
7. Trees whose maximum height will eventually interfere with overhead power lines.
Failure to abide by subsections A through I of this section may result in a fine of twenty five dollars ($25.00) after ten (10) days' notice from the Challis city clerk to the offending party. (Ord. 465A, 8-21-2014)