(A) The Tree Board, in conjunction with development staff, shall provide a list of desirable and undesirable tree, shrub and groundcover species for planting in public spaces. This list should include plant characteristics such as mature height and spread, bloom/foliage color, and various horticultural information along with recommended spacing, and may from time to time be updated as deemed necessary by the Tree Board.
(B) No species other than those included on the Tree Board’s list of desirable trees may be planted as street trees without special permission of the Board or its designee. If special permission has not been granted, the cost of removal and replacement of the undesirable tree(s) shall be charged to the individual or firm who planted the tree(s).
(C) The minimum size for small trees at installation is one and one-half inches in diameter (measured six inches from the ground), and for medium or large trees is two inches in diameter (measured six inches from the ground).
(D) The minimum width for a street tree planting bed is five feet, with eight feet being preferred.
(Ord. 012208C, passed 1-22-08)