§ 8178-7.3.1. Trees that contribute to the function and habitat value of an ESHA.  


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  • Any tree that meets one or more of the following criteria shall be classified as ESHA:

    a.

    The tree is located within any ESHA or is classified as ESHA by a qualified biologist.

    b.

    The tree exhibits evidence of raptor nesting, breeding colony, colonial roost (for migratory birds), or has been identified as a Monarch butterfly roosting site, as determined in writing by a qualified biologist or ornithologist or as determined by the County biologist based on historic or current data.

    c.

    The tree was required to be planted or protected pursuant to a habitat restoration plan.

(Ord. No. 4492, § 6, 6-21-2016)