The following are exempt from the provisions of this subchapter:
(A) Emergency situation. Cases of emergency where the Planning Director or designee or any member of a law enforcement agency or the Fire Department, in the performance of his or her duties, determines that a tree poses an imminent threat to the public safety or general welfare. If conditions and circumstances permit, the public official shall consult with the Public Works Director, or designee, prior to ordering the removal of any mature tree.
(B) City Engineer. Removal or relocation of trees necessary to obtain adequate line-of-sight distances as required by the City Traffic Engineer.
(C) Public improvement damage. Removal of trees from within public right-of-way, which in the opinion of the Director of Public Works, or his or her designee, will cause serious damage to existing public improvements.
(D) Public utility. A public utility, regulated by the California Public Utilities Commission, is exempt from the requirements of this subchapter.
(E) Trees for sale. Trees planted, grown or held for sale by a private individual or nursery.
(F) Pruning and trimming. Pruning or trimming which does not endanger the life of the tree.
('81 Code, § 17.56.060) (Ord. 954, passed - -92)