Except as specifically authorized in accordance with sections 8-6-7 and 8-6-8 of this chapter, no protected private tree shall be removed or shall be otherwise the subject of regulated activity prior to receiving prior written approval by the village administrator, and a tree removal permit issued by the village administrator, or his or her designee. No exempt tree shall be removed or shall be otherwise affected by regulated activity without the prior written approval of the village administrator, or his or her designee. (Ord. 2007-845, 3-13-2007)