(a) The requirements of this chapter shall be followed except:
(1) During a period of emergency, such as a tornado, ice storm, flood, or any other act of nature;
(2) If the failure to remove a tree would constitute an imminent danger to the environment, property, public health, safety, or welfare due to the hazardous or dangerous condition or location of such tree;
(3) For necessary tree removal by a public agency or utility company with plotted or dedicated utility easements;
(4) Areas upon which a permanent structure is located or will be located within a lot building area for all zoning districts;
(5) Any single family lot which is separately deeded and upon which a residence is located and used for residential purposes, provided that not more than six (6) trees which are greater than six (6) Caliper inches are removed in one calendar year;
(6) Golf courses; or
(7) Dead, substantially injured or damaged trees as verified by the Administrator.
(b) All reasonable efforts, however, shall be made to save trees of at least two (2) caliper inches, endangered species and stands of trees.
(Ord. 2006-4. Passed 3-8-06.)
(Ord. 2006-4. Passed 3-8-06.)