(A) Definitions. For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
CLEAR CUTTING. Removal of all live vegetation in excess of six inches in diameter at breast height on any area of 20,000 square feet or more in size.
SELECTIVE CUTTING. The removal of single scattered live trees or shrubs in excess of six inches in diameter at breast height.
(B) Clear cutting of vegetation. Clear cutting of vegetation shall not be permitted within any required yard of any lot or parcel within any zoning use district.
(C) Clear cutting for commercial tree production. Clear cutting for commercial tree production purposes shall require a conditional use permit in CFP, A-1 and A-2 and Industrial Districts. (See § 157.043.)
(D) Selective tree cutting. Selective tree cutting may occur on any lot provided any cutting on slopes of greater than 18% shall require a Soil Conservation District re-vegetation plan and a certificate of compliance prior to issuance of a building permit.
(Ord. passed - -) Penalty, see § 157.999