9657.4. - Exemptions. — Agoura Hills Zoning Code

The provisions of section 9657.1 shall not apply to the following:

A.

Emergencies. In cases of emergencies, including but not limited to, thunderstorms, windstorms, floods or other natural disasters, or potential safety hazards, the requirements of section 9657.1 may be waived as follows: If upon a visual inspection, an oak tree is determined to be in a hazardous or dangerous condition, any member of law enforcement or a law enforcement agency or the Los Angeles County fire department may order or allow the removal of a protected tree. Prior notice to the department of planning and community development shall be provided, if possible. Subsequent to the emergency action, written notification shall be provided to the department of planning and community development describing the action taken and the nature of the emergency.

B.

Routine maintenance as defined in the oak tree preservation guidelines.

C.

Oak trees planted, grown and/or held for sale by licensed nurseries or the removal or transplanting of same pursuant to, and as a part of, the operation of a licensed nursery business. This exemption is limited to trees with main trunks under ten (10) inches in diameter.

D.

When removal is determined necessary by fire department personnel actively engaged in fighting a fire.