§ 25-2-1034. TREES PRESERVED

(A)

A tree required under this division may be satisfied by preserving an existing tree on the lot.

(B)

The city arborist may adjust the requirements in section 25-2-1032 ( Trees Required ) based on preservation of:

(1)

an existing tree of a species listed in the Environmental Criteria Manual, Appendix F ( Descriptive Categories of Tree Species ); or

(2)

a protected tree or heritage tree as defined in section 25-8-602 ( Definitions ).

(C)

To satisfy the tree requirement through preservation, the applicant must demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the city arborist, that the tree has not been damaged in a manner that could jeopardize its long-term survival.

(D)

A tree preserved under this division shall

(1)

meet the spacing and location requirements in the Environmental Criteria Manual; and

(2)

be maintained in accordance with the Environmental Criteria Manual.

(E)

The size of a tree preserved under this division shall be at least two inches in diameter measured four and a half feet above natural grade.

Source: Ord. 20090618-077.