(A) Whenever there exists trees or overhanging branches of the same, hedges, shrubs, or weeds on the sidewalk or public ways of the city or on private property adjacent thereto, which, in the opinion of the City Council, obstruct the vision of any operator of vehicles over said public ways or obstruct any traffic sign, so as to create a hazard to the safe operation of such vehicles; the City Council/Mayor/Code Enforcement Officer may order the removal of such obstructions by giving the owner of such property written notice of removal of such obstructions within ten days from the receipt thereof, and if said notice is not complied with within the said time, then the City Council/Mayor/Code Enforcement Officer shall have such obstructions removed at the expense of such property owner.
(B) The notice herein provided shall state the nature of such obstructions and what part thereof shall be removed, and such notice may be delivered or mailed to the owner of such property or his or her agent.
(C) It is unlawful for any planting on city property.
(2008 Code, § 12.29.020)