Any person desiring to cut or remove trees or branches thereof in close proximity to the lines of the municipal electrical system shall, before doing the work, give reasonable written notice to the Utilities Superintendent or the Board of Public Works and apply for a permit to do the work and shall follow any and all rules and regulations which he or she may prescribe for doing the work. It shall be unlawful for any person felling or removing the trees or branches to disrupt or damage the lines without first giving proper notice and receiving permission in writing to do so. Whenever it becomes necessary to protect the lines or property of the electrical system, the Governing Body shall have the power to order cut and remove any overhanging branches, or limbs of trees so that the lines will be free and safe.
(1972 Code, § 3-616) Penalty, see § 51.99