(A) Notwithstanding other provisions of this subchapter, before the city trims or fells and removes any tree it shall:
(1) Attempt to obtain the consent of the landowner; and
(2) Absent such consent, determine whether it is feasible to reroute the affected municipal utility line(s) as an alternative to the trimming or felling and removal. If a feasible alternative exists, the city shall act upon the alternative.
(B) If requested by the landowner, in writing, the Council shall review a determination that it is not feasible to reroute an affected line; and the subject tree shall not be trimmed or felled until the Council
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has reviewed and determined the matter.
(1998 Code, § 3.05, Subd. 3) (Ord. 13, 5th Series, eff. 12-12-1991)