(a) Developers shall be required to fulfill tree planting and protection requirements as provided under the ordinances and policies of the City.
(b) The developer shall submit plans showing the location of the required plantings to the Public Service Department and Tree Commission for review. Variations from these guidelines, upon the recommendations of the Department or Tree Commission may be approved based on site conditions. The developer shall be responsible for planting the required trees or shall escrow funds with the City in an amount approved by the City for planting the required trees prior to the issuance of a zoning permit.
(c) The natural features and character of land must be preserved wherever possible. Due regard must be shown for all natural features such as large trees, natural groves and similar community assets that will add attractiveness and value to the property, if preserved.
(d) Only small trees shall be planted under the electrical power lines. The following small species shall be allowed to assure that the tree will not be in conflict with the power lines unless otherwise approved by the Department or Tree Commission: crabapples, hawthorns, ornamental pears, redbud, dogwoods or other similar species.
(e) Tree(s) or shrub(s) located on private property or in the treelawn shall be maintained by the property owner. The property owner shall be responsible for the costs associated with the maintenance or removal of the tree(s) or shrub(s) on the treelawn unless otherwise provided for by the City Council.
(Ord. 25-13. Passed 3-25-13.)