(a) Tree removal is permitted within the area used or to be used by a permanent structure within the lot building area and ten feet to either side, front, or rear of said structure, without replacement planting.
(b) Tree removal is permitted on entire site for access roads, parking areas, canopies, patios, decks, sidewalks, utility installation, water retention and similar necessary development needs provided replacement plantings are installed using the following procedures:
(1) List the number, category, and species of trees to be removed that are of the minimum protected size or greater as described in Section 1375.02.
(2) Replacement planting shall be fifty percent (50%) of the number and category removed and at the size as described in Section 1375.14.
(c) However, it is required that reasonable effort shall be made to save trees with a diameter of two inches or more, endangered species, and stands of trees within all tree removal areas. Reasonable effort shall include, but not be limited to, alternate building design, building location, parking area layout, parking area location, water retention location, and the like.
(Ord. 1990-41. Passed 8-14-91.)