(A) Tree relocations and replacement trees shall be located within the site or, with concurrence of the city, on public or private land within a reasonable proximity of the site. Sites can also include public land in the city or donating to any citizen or citizen groups for the purpose of public interest and welfare as prior approved by the city.
(B) Relocated trees and replacement trees shall be planted in the area with adequate space for root and canopy growth and development and shall be planted in a location that will not interfere with existing or proposed utilities or other cables either above or below ground. The city may refer the installation site to such city departments or other utility agencies having an interest to determine the effect on public welfare, adjacent properties, or other public services and facilities before permitting the relocation or tree replacement site.
(C) The property owner shall refrain from causing unnecessary damages to other trees remaining on the site while planting or preparing the site for relocation or replacement.
(D) All new trees and palms shall be installed using commonly accepted industry practices for tree/palm installation. Remedial corrections may be requested by the city landscape representative if installation was done contrary to industry standards. The property owner is responsible for removing all landscape supports after proper establishment or a maximum of one year after installation.
(E) All replacement trees shall be a minimum tree grade of Florida #1 or better as identified in Grades and Standards by the Florida Department of Agriculture.
(F) All permitted tree removals shall include removal of their stumps.
(G) Native replacement canopy trees must be used in removals of native trees.
(H) A list of preferred tree species updated at the discretion of qualified city staff is available through city landscape personnel.
(Ord. 2021-02, adopted 3-17-21; sought to be reconsidered, Commission passed 4-21-2021)