For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
CANOPY. The part of the crown composed of leaves and small twigs.
CROWN. The upper part of a tree, which includes the branches and leaves.
DISEASED TREE. Any tree with a combination of structural defect and/or a health condition which makes it subject to a high probability of failure.
LAWN EXTENSION. That part of a street or highway, not covered by sidewalk or other paving, lying between the property line and that portion of the street or highway usually used for vehicular traffic.
LINE CLEARANCE. The regulated trimming and the removal of trees near, under and along utility lines to maintain reliable distribution of electricity.
MUNICIPAL FORESTER OR DESIGNEE. Someone who possesses general knowledge of specific trees and a broader knowledge base on the overall roles trees play in the community setting.
PARK. All public parks having individual names, and all areas owned by the village, or to which the public has free access.
PARK TREE. Trees, shrubs, bushes and all other woody vegetation in public parks having individual names, and all areas owned by the village, or to which the public has free access as a park.
PUBLIC PLACE. Any public street, public highway, public park or any property owned or held by the Village within its boundaries.
PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY (ROW). Land owned and maintained by the village. Land dedicated for streets, sidewalks, utilities, and similar public uses such as parks, lawn extensions and the like.
PUBLIC TREE. Any tree located on property owned or controlled by the village.
SHRUB. A low, small plant, the branches of which grow directly from the earth without any supporting trunk, or stem. Any tree with a potential growth of less than 15 feet shall be considered a SHRUB.
STREET TREE. Trees, shrubs, bushes and all other woody vegetation on land lying between property lines on either side of all streets, avenues, or ways within the village.
TREE. A woody perennial plant, usually having one dominant vertical trunk and capable of achieving a height greater than 15 feet.
TREE ADVOCACY GROUP. A group of people designated by ordinance to advise a governing body on matters related to an urban and community forestry program.
UTILITY RIGHT-OF-WAY. Public right-of-way land where utilities such as gas, electric, water, and the like are maintained.
(Ord. 202, passed 7-10-2013)