(A) The requirements of this chapter shall be followed except:
(1) During a period of emergency, such as a tornado, ice storm, flood or any other such act of nature;
(2) If the failure to remove a tree would constitute an imminent danger to the environment, property, public health, safety or welfare due to the hazardous or dangerous condition of such tree;
(3) For necessary tree removal by a public agency or utility company within plotted or dedicated utility easements;
(4) Area upon which a permanent structure is located or will be located within a lot building area for all zoning districts;
(5) All single-family lots under 15,000 square feet;
(6) Golf courses; or
(7) Dead, substantially injured, or damaged trees as verified by the Administrator.
(B) However, all reasonable efforts shall be made to save trees of at least two-inch caliper, endangered species and stands of trees.
(Ord. 32-1988, passed 10-17-88)