§ 30-5-622. APPLICATION FOR REMOVAL.

(A)

For a protected tree located on public property or a public street or easement, an application for removal of the tree may be filed by:

(1)

a city department, public utility, or political subdivision with the authority to install utility lines or other public facilities in or above the property, street, or easement; or

(2)

the owner of property adjoining the site of the tree.

(B)

For a protected tree located on private property, an application for removal of the tree may be filed by:

(1)

the owner of the property on which the tree is located; or

(2)

the city arborist, if the tree is seriously diseased or is a safety hazard.

(C)

An application for removal of a protected tree must:

(1)

be filed with the director; and

(2)

include the information prescribed by the Administrative Manual.

(D)

An application fee is not required if the application is for removal under Subsection 30-5-624(A)(3), (4), or (5) (Approval Criteria).

Source: City Code Section 25-8-622; Ord. 031211-11; Ord. 031211-42.