If a “significant tree” is removed according to an approved tree preservation plan or is removed or damaged during clearing, grading, or construction, the applicant shall replace the removed or damaged tree as set forth below. Replacement trees shall be the same or similar species to the trees removed or damaged, or alternatively a species approved by the city. The following mitigation options may be utilized in any combination at the city’s discretion:
(A) Replacement on site: for every inch of tree caliper, measured at DBH, removed or damaged, the applicant shall install a replacement tree or trees measuring an equal caliper on site;
(B) Replacement on other sites: if the replacement trees cannot be provided on-site, they may be provided off-site as follows. For every inch of tree caliper, measured at DBH, removed or damaged, the applicant shall install a replacement tree or trees measuring an equal caliper off-site at a location approved by the city;
(C) Contribution to the city’s Tree-Replacement Fund: if tree-replacement on or off-site is not practicable, the applicant may make a monetary contribution to the city that is equal to the value of the tree removed as determined by an independent appraiser retained by the city and paid for by the developer.
(Ord. 2013-22, passed 11-25-2013)