Sec. 26-257. - Purpose.

The purpose of this division is to provide protection for the trees of this City that are of historic, aesthetic or environmental importance. This section seeks to preserve the cultural and historic heritage that the City's trees represent; to maintain the scenic beauty of the City; and, by the conservation of energy, the abatement of soil and slope erosion, and the enhancement of air quality, to improve the environment of the City. These purposes will be accomplished by:

(a)

Identifying significant trees and heritage trees and establishing procedures to encourage their preservation;

(b)

Including consideration of existing trees and their protection in the review and implementation of development proposals;

(c)

Requiring permits for the removal of significant trees, heritage trees, and trees on public property except in emergencies; and

(d)

Requiring replacement planting when significant trees, heritage trees, and trees on public property are removed.

(Ord. No. 2519, § 5(Exh. A), 2-20-24)