For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
CALIPER INCHES. The quantity in inches of the diameter of a tree measured at a height of six inches above the ground for trees with a diameter of four inches and under, and at 12 inches above the ground for trees over four inches in diameter.
DIAMETER BREAST HEIGHT (DBH). The diameter in inches of a tree measured at four and one-half feet above the existing grade.
PROHIBITED TREES. Any tree which, by the nature of its fruit, root system, brittleness of wood or susceptibility to disease, is not allowed as a replacement tree.
PROTECTED TREES. An existing tree, exclusive of any prohibited tree, 12 inches DBH or greater.
REPLACEMENT TREES. Those trees required to be planted based on the difference between the required tree density factor and the actual tree density factor following all approved tree removal.
SHRUB. A woody plant with a multiple stem capable of growing to a height of up to 15 feet.
TREE. A woody plant with a single trunk, or multiple trunk capable of growing to a height of 15 feet or more.
(1989 Code, § 14-701) (Ord. 1011, passed 10-23-2003)