(A) The spacing of shade trees classified as small or medium or large in the list of acceptable trees in "Approved Street Trees for Rising Sun" shall be established by the mature height of the street tree and in no instance shall be less than that of the anticipated mature height of the desired street tree or street trees. Large street trees can be spaced a minimum of 50 feet apart, medium street trees 45 feet apart and small street trees 40 feet apart.
(B) No trees shall be planted within ten feet of a fire hydrant.
(C) No tree shall be planted within three feet of a curb cut.
(D) The clearance from existing features such as utility poles, existing trees, or alley lines shall be maintained at one-half the anticipated mature height of the tree.
(E) No tree shall be planted within 30 feet of a curb defining an intersection of streets or the edge of the pavement at an intersection of streets where there is no curb
(F) Areas which are unique for purposes of tree planting should be addressed to the Commission for study and recommendation.
(Ord. 2007-1, passed 6-7-07)