§ 6-3-26. AUTHORITY TO MAINTAIN PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY.

(A)

If an owner fails to comply with a notice issued under Section 6-3-25 ( Notice of Obstruction of Public Right-of-Way ), the urban forester may trim or remove a tree or plant over a street or an adjacent sidewalk or public easement to:

(1)

provide a minimum clearance of 14 feet above the street level;

(2)

provide an unobstructed view for traffic; or

(3)

remove overgrowth or obstructions to public use.

(B)

The city manager may determine when a tree or plant requires trimming or removal under this section.

Source: 1992 Code Sections 15-10-6(A) and (C), 16-7-41, and 16-7-45; Ord. 031023-10; Ord. 031211-11.