(A) Other than in emergency situations which threaten public safety and require immediate action, no person shall perform tree care, as defined in § 100.01, on any city tree, shrub or groundcover without first obtaining the written permission of the Board.
(B) Permits are not required for work done by any of the departments of the city, public and private utilities, or their agents and/or contractors; provided, all parties have come into agreement with the Board prior to proceeding with the work.
(C) Permits shall be made available without charge or fee.
(D) A notice served or decision made by the Board of Zoning Appeals, Plan Commission or Common Council shall act as a permit.
(E) Permits shall describe the manner in which work shall be performed and allot a time frame within which the work must be completed.
(F) Any permit shall become void if the terms of the permit are violated.
(G) The granting or denial of permits by the Board shall be made in accordance with the provisions set forth herein or as otherwise adopted by the Board.
(Ord. G-98-290, passed 12-17-1998)