It is unlawful to plant, remove, cut down above or below ground, any tree on the city tree planting strips or other city property, or cause such acts to be done by others, without first applying for and obtaining a permit from the city forester. Application for permits must be made at the city offices not less than forty eight (48) hours in advance of the time the work is to be done. Permits shall expire thirty (30) days after issuance unless otherwise designated. Notice of completion for permitted work shall be given the city forester within five (5) days of completion. Permits shall not be required for city personnel while working on city business or property under their jurisdiction, or forestry personnel or contractors working on a city contract while working under the direction of the city forester. Permitted work shall be done in compliance with the officially adopted arboricultural regulations of the city. (Ord. 88-7 § 1, 1988: prior code § 15-4-9)