(A) Approved tree preservation plans are required prior to annexation, residential lot subdivision, demolition, and construction involving a principal structure and shall become covenant to the above agreements/approvals/building permit processes.
(B) In addition, the following shall apply for:
(1) Border trees:
(a) Border trees spanning the lot line of a construction site must be protected and cannot be removed unless a written agreement is received by the city from the corresponding property owners.
(b) In the case of a fence permit application, the Building Commissioner and City Arborist may approve circumventing the tree on to the fence owner's property.
(c) In the event that the border tree spans city property, permission must be obtained from the City Arborist for its removal.
(2) Sheds: If placement of a shed will cause an impervious area under a mature tree, the permit must be issued with a caution indicating tree damage may occur.
(C) Principal structure construction.
(1) All tree preservation plans for construction on a site where demolition will occur and/or a principal structure will be built, shall be prepared by a certified arborist unless specified otherwise in this chapter and be approved by the City Arborist.
(2) A tree preservation plan shall be part of the tree removal permit process and shall include:
(a) A site tree survey;
(b) Be approved prior to issuance of any demolition or building permits;
(c) Become a part of the building permit process;
(d) Show designation of the construction envelope;
(e) Coordinate with the site grading plan;
(f) Be posted on site before, during and remain until all construction is completed and final inspection is made;
(g) Detail how trees will be protected during construction;
(h) Be the responsibility of the general contractor to insure that all subcontractors adhere to the plan; and
(i) Provide a sufficient tree bank, if applicable.
(Ord. O-16-06, passed 7-18-06) Penalty, see § 157.99