§ 95.02 DEFINITIONS.

   For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.

   CLEAR ZONE. The area within a 6 foot radius of any primary or secondary distribution line and the area within a 3 foot radius of any service line.

   LANDOWNER.

      (1)   The equitable title holder of land upon which an affected tree stands; and

      (2)   The equitable title holder of land over which a “clear zone” extends.

   PRIMARY DISTRIBUTION LINE. A municipal utility line which transmits high voltage electricity (more than 600 volts).

   SECONDARY DISTRIBUTION LINE. A municipal utility line which transmits low voltage electricity (less than 600 volts) and serves more than 1 municipal service customer.

   SERVICE LINE. A municipal line which connects the service of a municipal utility service customer to a distribution line and transmits either electricity or cable TV signals.

   TRIMMING. The cutting and removal of those parts of limbs and branches which extend into a clear zone; provided, that a tree whose trunk stands within or under any clear zone shall be trimmed symmetrically. Generally, however, trimming shall not be construed to mean the uniform shaping, pruning, or grooming of a tree.

(1998 Code, § 3.05, Subd. 2) (Ord. 13, 5th Series, eff. 12-12-1991)