(a) The comprehensive plan ordinance recognizes that trees and mature landscaping, as well as the ecology of the community, are important characteristics of the village and should be preserved and protected. In furtherance thereof, the village enacted tree preservation regulations in article III of chapter 34 of the Glencoe village code. All subdivisions shall comply with the village's tree preservation regulations in article III of chapter 34.
(b) In additional to complying with article III of chapter 34 of the Glencoe village code, an applicant shall preserve and protect trees and other vegetation during construction activity on the subject property, in accordance with an approved tree preservation plan and the following standards:
(1) Applicant shall provide protective fencing around trees in order to shield the root systems from vehicle compaction, excavation and stockpiling of construction materials;
(2) Applicant shall auger or route sewer, water, electric, gas and other utilities so as to maintain a minimum distance of 15 feet from the trunk of mature trees and five feet from the trunk of small trees;
(3) Applicant shall regularly water and fertilize trees during construction;
(4) Applicant shall limit paving activities, including sidewalks and driveways, to no closer than 15 feet from the trunk of mature trees and five feet from the trunk of small trees; and
(5) Applicant shall monitor the site to ensure that trees are protected throughout the construction process.
(Ord. No. 06-09-3151)