§ 60.207. Trees Protected by this Part.

Any existing tree with a diameter at breast height (dbh) of 4 inches or larger diameter, measured at a height of 4.5' above the ground shall be considered a protected tree; except for invasive exotic tree species, which should be replaced. It shall be unlawful for any person to directly or indirectly destroy, permanently injure or remove any such tree without first obtaining a Tree Removal Permit. It shall further be unlawful to encroach into the minimum undisturbed area (see Sec. 60.211), without first obtaining a Tree Encroachment Permit from the Parks Official (or his or her designee) as required by Chapter 65.

(Ord. No. 2013-74, § 1, 12-9-2013, Doc. #1312091207)