For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates, or requires, a different meaning.
BOULEVARD OR TERRACE AREAS.
(1) The land between the normal location of the street curbing and sidewalk. Where there is no sidewalk, the area four feet from the curb line shall be deemed to be a
BOULEVARD for the purpose of this chapter.
(2) BOULEVARD shall have the same meaning as TERRACE. Where there are only sidewalks, the area four feet from the curb shall be deemed a BOULEVARD areas under this chapter.
EVERGREEN TREE. Any woody plant normally having one stem or trunk, and bearing foliage in the form of needles and crowns which extend from ground level throughout its entire height.
FORESTER. Person designated by the Village Board as authorized to carry out provisions of this chapter.
MAJOR ALTERATION. Trimming a tree beyond necessary trimming to comply with this chapter.
PERSON. Person, firm, association, or corporation.
PUBLIC AREAS. All public parks and other lands owned, controlled, or leased by the village except the terrace areas.
PUBLIC NUISANCE. Any tree or shrub or part thereof which, by reason of its condition, interferes with the use of any public area; infected with a plant disease; infested with injurious insects or pests; injurious to public improvements; or endangers the life, health, safety, or welfare of persons or property.
PUBLIC TREES AND SHRUBS. All trees and shrubs located or to be planted in or upon public areas.
SHRUBS. Any woody vegetation or a woody plant having multiple stems and bearing foliage from the ground up.
TREE. Any woody plant, normally having one stem or trunk, bearing its foliage or crown well above ground level to heights of 16 feet or more.
(Prior Code, § 6-4-2)