(A) General. The village’s tree preservation requirements in Chapter 150 of this code shall apply to all proposed tree removals and tree replacements in the Steep Slope Zone.
(B) Additional standards. In addition to the requirements of Chapter 150 of this code, there may be cases when removal of a tree or tree stump may jeopardize slope stability and for all proposed tree removals in the Steep Slope Zone, the following shall apply:
(1) The code official shall review each tree removal in the Steep Slope Zone to determine whether the proposed removal of the tree will jeopardize slope stability.
(2) Any applicant seeking to remove a tree in the Steep Slope Zone shall provide the village with a report from a certified arborist as to whether the proposed removal of the tree is consistent with good forestry practices and certification from a geotechnical engineer as to the stability of the slope.
(Ord. 1163, passed 12-14-2015)