The Department shall have the rights to plating, removal, and protection of the trees on and along the streets and highways in the City (hereinafter "shade tree"). The Department at its discretion may require the planting or replanting of shade trees along the streets and highways in the City. The type of tree and the alignment and location of trees shall be determined by the Department but shall not prevent necessary and reasonable use of the street, sidewalk or abutting property or the conduct of business.
Shade trees are owned and must be maintained by the owner of the property on which the shade tree is located, however, the City retains authority to enforce the regulations contained in this part.