All monumental trees and monumental tree stands that are identified for preservation on the approved preservation and protection plan shall be preserved and protected from harm through the development process. If, through reckless or careless action by the developer or through disregard for the requirements of this subchapter, the developer removes or destroys a tree or trees indicated for protection, he or she shall, at his or her expense, replace the tree(s). Replacement shall be achieved by planting two trees of the same variety for each tree removed or destroyed. Replacement trees shall be a minimum of eight feet tall and have a diameter of at least two inches measured six inches above the ground at the time of planting and shall be planted in the general vicinity of the removed or destroyed tree(s).
(Ord. passed 3-5-2018) Penalty, see § 152.999