(A) (1) It is the policy of the town to maintain and expand tree cover in the town as a whole, and in individual streets and neighborhoods.
(2) The Town shall plant at least 20% more trees than it removes in order to maintain a planting to removal ratio of at least 1.2 to 1.
(B) (1) Once a tree has been removed, it shall be replaced, wherever possible at or near its original location, as soon as the planting season permits.
(2) To facilitate tree replacement, stumps should be removed promptly and thoroughly once a tree has been removed.
(C) In order to encourage large tree canopies and maximum overall foliage, priority on planting trees shall be given to tall, shade-producing species as listed in the Approved Street Tree List.
(1) Smaller trees and ornamental trees should only be used in areas in which space constraints prevent the planting of larger shade trees.
(2) Wherever possible, native species are to be preferred.
(Ord. 8-2009, passed 6-15-09)