§ 8178-7.5.2.1. Zoning Clearance with inspection.

a.

Development that encroaches less than ten (10) percent into a protected tree's tree protection zone. A certified arborist or qualified tree consultant shall submit the following, in writing:

1.

The purpose of the encroachment, degree of encroachment within the tree protected zone, recommendations to avoid and minimize potential impacts to tree roots during construction, in accordance with Section 8178-7.4.4 Project Construction Standards, and a statement that the proposed encroachment is not expected to result in permanent damage to the protected tree.

2.

In the event that the certified arborist or qualified tree consultant determines the proposed tree encroachment is below ten (10) percent but development has the potential to harm the protected tree, a Planned Development Permit shall be required in accordance with Section 8178-7.5.1.

b.

Pruning of a protected tree's live limbs, provided such trimming does not endanger the life of the tree or result in an imbalance in structure, or remove more than twenty (20) percent of its tree canopy. Unless justification is provided in writing by a qualified tree consultant, removing a protected tree's branches larger than four (4) inches in diameter shall be prohibited.

(Ord. No. 4492, § 6, 6-21-2016)