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Lombard · 97.055

Construction of utility facilities in the rights-of-way

Summary

This section establishes policies and procedures for the construction of utility facilities within Lombard's rights-of-way to ensure public benefit, preserve the integrity and visual qualities of public spaces, and prevent interference with existing infrastructure and traffic.

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more than one inch (25 mm). (iv) Borings with diameters six inches or less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. (v) Tree preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved or protected shall be bored under or around the root system. (b) Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...require the removal and replacement of trees if trimming or radical pruning would leave them in an unacceptable condition. (3) Specimen trees or trees of special significance. The village may require that special measures be taken to preserve specimen trees or trees of special significance. The required measures may consist of higher poles, side arm extensions, covered wire or other means. (4) Chemical use. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b) below, no utility shall spray, inject or pour
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Round Lake Park · 96.35

CONSTRUCTION OF UTILITY FACILITIES IN THE RIGHTS-OF-WAY

Summary

This section establishes policies and procedures for the construction of utility facilities within Round Lake Park's rights-of-way. Its purpose is to ensure public benefit by preserving the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of public ways and the village as a whole.

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more than one inch (25 mm). (iv) Borings with Diameters 6 Inches or Less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. (v) Tree Preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved or protected shall be bored under or around the root system. (b) Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...require the removal and replacement of trees if trimming or radical pruning would leave them in an unacceptable condition. (3) Specimen Trees or Trees of Special Significance. The Village may require that special measures be taken to preserve specimen trees or trees of special significance. The required measures may consist of higher poles, side arm extensions, covered wire or other means. (4) Chemical Use. (a) Except as provided in the following paragraph, no utility shall spray, inject or pour
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Justice · Secs. 3.566.  Construction Of Utility Facilities In The Rights-Of-Way:
Summary

This section establishes policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities within the village's rights-of-way. Its purpose is to ensure public benefit by preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces while addressing various potential negative impacts of utility installations.

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than one (1) inch (25 mm). (iv) Borings With Diameters 6 Inches Or Less : Borings of six (6) inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. (v) Tree Preservation : Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved or protected shall be bored under or around the root system. b. Trenching : Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...require the removal and replacement of trees if trimming or radical pruning would leave them in an unacceptable condition. (3) Specimen Trees Or Trees Of Special Significance : The village may require that special measures be taken to preserve specimen trees or trees of special significance. The required measures may consist of higher poles, side arm extensions, covered wire or other means. (4) Chemical Use : a.   Except as provided in the following paragraph, no utility shall spray, inject or pour
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Hickory Hills · 5.37

Standards For The Construction Of Facilities In The Rights-Of-Way

Summary

This section establishes policies and procedures for the construction of facilities within Hickory Hills' rights-of-way to ensure public benefit and preserve the integrity, safety, and visual quality of public ways and the city.

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more than one inch (25 mm). (iv) Borings with Diameters 6 Inches or Less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. (v) Tree Preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the City to be preserved or protected shall be bored under or around the root system. (2) Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...require the removal and replacement of trees if trimming or radical pruning would leave them in an unacceptable condition. (bbbb) Specimen Trees or Trees of Special Significance. The City may require that special measures be taken to preserve specimen trees or trees of special significance. The required measures may consist of higher poles, side arm extensions, covered wire or other means. (cccc) Chemical Use. (1)   Except as provided in the following paragraph, no utility or wireless provider shall spray, inject
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Geneva · 11.10A-2

DEFINITIONS

Summary

This section of Geneva's municipal ordinance provides definitions for terms related to tree preservation, including the Arboricultural Specifications Manual, Border Trees, Class A (Key Specimen) Trees, and Class B (Significant) Trees, along with specific criteria for their classification.

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tree regardless of size or condition growing on any city property including all parkway trees, trees on medians and at other city owned locations. PROTECTED TREE: A tree shown on a tree protection plan that is located within a tree preservation zone and designated to be retained after construction is completed. REPLACEMENT TREE: A nursery grown certified tree, properly balled and burlapped and satisfying the standards established for nursery stock and installation thereof as set forth by the American Association...Nurserymen. TREE PRESERVATION PLAN: A written plan having text and/or graphic plans, maps or illustrations showing the methods that are to be used to preserve protected trees during construction
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Round Lake · 12.36.130

Individual Lots

Summary

This section requires applicants for demolition, grading, or building permits to submit a detailed lot development plan. The plan must include a tree inventory, location survey, and preservation plan for public, protected, and certain private/adjacent trees, along with details on utilities, site features, setbacks, and a statement of compliance.

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Village Administrator or his/her designee. Minimum Requirements—As a minimum, the plan shall include the following: A tree inventory, location survey and preservation plan for all public trees and protected trees; A tree inventory, location survey, and preservation plan for trees on private property and on adjacent properties that are within ten (10) feet of the subject property that are six inches diameter at breast height and larger; All existing and proposed utilities, driveways, sidewalks, parking areas, and access roads
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Sugar Grove · 11.8.2

Site Development Requirements

Summary

This section outlines site development requirements for properties zoned for business use in Sugar Grove's B-1, B-2, and B-3 districts. It covers standards for sidewalks, street trees, building materials, mechanical equipment screening, and tree preservation.

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mitigate the loss of healthy, mature trees in the Village, by requiring replacement trees: 1.   Existing trees, six inches (6") in diameter or greater, as measured at breast height (dbh), shall be preserved, when possible, according to a tree preservation plan prepared by the developer with input from the zoning official or designee. The tree preservation plan shall show: a.   Protective fencing planned to be installed around the critical root zone of those trees identified for preservation, on both grading...landscape plans. b.   Trees that will have their roots pruned by a certified arborist, to avoid tearing and other damage during construction. c.   Locations where limestone and other materials that might negatively affect trees planned to be preserved will be stored on the property. 2.   Where it is determined that trees six inches (6") dbh or greater must be removed to allow for proposed development, tree replacement will be required: a.   Not less than one (1) 3-inch caliper tree
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Park Forest · VI-1

General Provisions

Summary

This section outlines the purpose and applicability of landscape requirements in Park Forest, emphasizing their role in enhancing community character, environmental quality, and stormwater management. It mandates the installation of landscape elements before occupancy permits are issued and details provisions for seasonal delays and enforcement.

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Planned unit developments. 3. The construction of any new parking lot of 15 spaces or more. 4. The expansion or reconstruction of any existing parking lot that results in a total of 15 aggregate spaces or more. 5. Tree preservation in accordance with the applicability standards of § VI-2 (Tree Preservation). 6. Street trees in accordance with the applicability standards of § VI-4 (Street Trees). 7. Buffer yards in accordance with the applicability standards of § VI-6 (Buffer Yards...name, both botanical and common, of all existing plant material, including trees and plant material in the right-of-way. The landscape plan shall indicate whether existing plant material will be retained or removed (refer to § VI-2 Tree preservation). c. Location, quantity, size, spacing, and name, both botanical and common, of all proposed plant material. d. Planting details for all plantings and best management practices (BMPs), including type and quantity of soil. e. Existing and proposed grading
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Sugar Grove · 11.10.7

Other Standards

Summary

This section outlines various "Other Standards" for the M-1 Limited Manufacturing District, including requirements for sidewalks, street trees, building materials and design, screening of rooftop mechanical equipment, and tree preservation.

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mitigate the loss of healthy, mature trees in the Village, by requiring replacement trees: 1.   Existing trees, six inches (6") in diameter or greater, as measured at breast height (dbh), shall be preserved, when possible, according to a tree preservation plan prepared by the developer with input from the Director of Development or designee. The tree preservation plan shall show: a.   Protective fencing planned to be installed around the critical root zone of those trees identified for preservation, on both...grading and landscape plans. b.   Trees that will have their roots pruned by a certified arborist, to avoid tearing and other damage during construction. c.   Locations where limestone and other materials that might negatively affect trees planned to be preserved will be stored on the property. 2.   Where it is determined that trees six inches (6") dbh or greater must be removed to allow for proposed development, tree replacement will be required: a.   Not less than one (1) 3-inch
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Sugar Grove · 11.10A-7

Other Standards

Summary

This section outlines specific development standards for the I-1 Light Industrial District in Sugar Grove, covering requirements for sidewalks, street trees, building design and materials, screening of rooftop mechanical equipment, and tree preservation.

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mitigate the loss of healthy, mature trees in the Village, by requiring replacement trees: 1.   Existing trees, six inches (6") in diameter or greater, as measured at breast height (dbh), shall be preserved, when possible, according to a tree preservation plan prepared by the developer with input from the Director of Development or designee. The tree preservation plan shall show: a.   Protective fencing planned to be installed around the critical root zone of those trees identified for preservation, on both...grading and landscape plans. b.   Trees that will have their roots pruned by a certified arborist, to avoid tearing and other damage during construction. c.   Locations where limestone and other materials that might negatively affect trees planned to be preserved will be stored on the property. 2.   Where it is determined that trees six inches (6") dbh or greater must be removed to allow for proposed development, tree replacement will be required: a.   Not less than one (1) 3-inch
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Sugar Grove · 11.16.7

Standards

Summary

This section outlines how general municipal regulations for off-street parking, loading, signs, special uses, and general provisions apply to planned development districts. It specifies that these existing regulations are applicable, with the caveat that references to standard zoning districts should be interpreted as areas within the planned development district that have similar principal uses.

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mitigate the loss of healthy, mature trees in the Village, by requiring replacement trees: 1.   Existing trees, six inches (6") in diameter or greater, as measured at breast height (dbh), shall be preserved, when possible, according to a tree preservation plan prepared by the developer with input from the Director of Development or designee. The tree preservation plan shall show: a.   Protective fencing planned to be installed around the critical root zone of those trees identified for preservation, on both...grading and landscape plans. b.   Trees that will have their roots pruned by a certified arborist, to avoid tearing and other damage during construction. c.   Locations where limestone and other materials that might negatively affect trees planned to be preserved will be stored on the property. 2.   Where it is determined that trees six inches (6") dbh or greater must be removed to allow for proposed development, tree replacement will be required: a.   Not less than one (1) 3-inch
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Golf · 4.6.5

Tree Replacement Plans

Summary

This section outlines the requirements for tree replacement when protected trees are removed, including specifications for replacement plans and a standard replacement rate based on caliper-to-dbh ratio. It also allows for adjustments to these rates under specific hardship or crowding conditions.

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discuss alternative layouts and present the reasons why the literal provisions of this chapter may cause hardship for their property. The intent of this chapter is to establish standards for development and redevelopment within the village and to preserve trees as an important public resource enhancing the village's natural character and heritage. However, it is acknowledged, that in order to obtain the very best development plan, latitude from these provisions can be evaluated in consideration of plans with unique...site design or properties with physical limitations inhibiting tree preservation. In considering the adequacy of any tree replacement plan and relaxation of the replanting requirements described above, the village arborist shall take into account the following factors in assessing the degree to which removal of a protected tree will be substantially mitigated: 1.   The size, health, species and other matters relating to the excellence of the protected tree; 2.   The number of protected trees for which removal is sought
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Sugar Grove · 11.7.5

Sr, Senior Residential District

Summary

This section establishes the Senior Residential (SR) District in Sugar Grove, outlining its purpose to accommodate age-restricted housing and related senior-focused uses. It details specific location criteria, application requirements, and processing procedures for development within this district.

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mitigate the loss of healthy, mature trees in the Village, by requiring replacement trees. (1)   Existing trees, six inches (6") in diameter or greater, as measured at breast height (dbh), shall be preserved, when possible, according to a tree preservation plan prepared by the developer with input from the Community Development Director or his/her designee. The tree preservation plan shall show: (A)   Protective fencing planned to be installed around the critical root zone of those trees identified for preservation...both grading and landscape plans. (B)   Trees that will have their roots pruned by a certified arborist, to avoid tearing and other damage during construction. (C)   Locations where limestone and other materials that might negatively affect trees planned to be preserved will be stored on the property. (2)   Where it is determined that trees six inches (6") dbh or greater must be removed to allow for proposed development, tree replacement will be required: (A)   Not less than
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Wilmington · 152.80

Street trees

Summary

This section aims to preserve existing trees within the city to maintain its rural atmosphere and prevent unnecessary clearing during development. It mandates the identification of significant trees on grading plans and outlines procedures for their preservation, replacement, and the potential modification of development plans to save them.

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Tree preservation. (1) The intent of this section is to avoid the unthinking clearing of a site simply to make it easier to install other improvements, as well as to conserve as much of the rural or wooded atmosphere of the city as possible. (2) The location and type of all trees larger than six inches in diameter, as measured 12 inches above ground level, shall be noted on the grading plan. Trees to be saved, transplanted or moved shall...require changes to the grading plan or to the preliminary plans if, in his or her opinion, an essentially equivalent scheme employing tree walls or other such modifications may save desirable existing trees or other features. (3) Trees to be preserved shall be determined upon the recommendation of the city planner based upon tree size, tree species, extent of existing tree mass, benefit to proposed development and visual quality benefit to the city. (4) Trees to be saved that
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Bannockburn · 216.5

Definitions and word usage

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used in Chapter 216: Trees and Woodland Protection and Preservation. It also establishes rules for interpreting words and phrases within the chapter, including how undefined terms will be interpreted.

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field, with a numbered tag for identification purposes, and shown on the tree survey. TREE PERMIT — A written authorization from the Village of Bannockburn authorizing the applicant to conduct work which may or may not impact a tree. TREE PRESERVATION PLAN — A document, required as part of a permit by the Building Commissioner or Village Forester, which identifies, by common name and/or scientific name, certain species of trees of a specified DBH within a particular area. The plan shall list...replaced, preserved at its present location, introduced into the site from an off-site source, and whether the tree/shrub is to receive remediated actions due to construction impacts, e.g., root pruning. The Village of Bannockburn may provide that the tree preservation plan excludes those portions of the site which it determines will not be affected by the activity. Any tree preservation plan required by this chapter that has been approved by the Village of Bannockburn is valid for 36 months
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Indian Head Park · 38.50

Permit application procedure

Summary

This section outlines the application procedure for obtaining a tree removal permit in Indian Head Park. It details the required application contents, including the reason for removal, tree description, tree survey, preservation plan, and permit fee, specifying that one application and fee cover all trees on the same parcel.

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tree; (2) A general statement of the tree to be removed, including species and size; (3) A tree survey of the lot, showing the location and species of all trees of three inches DBH and larger; (4) A tree preservation plan indicating the trees to be preserved and the methods to be used to preserve such trees; and (5) A permit fee in the amount provided in the village fee schedule, except as otherwise expressly waived pursuant to the other
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South Barrington · 4.6.9.6

Tree Protection

Summary

This section regulates work impacting public property trees, requiring a Tree Permit for removal or damage and a Tree Preservation Plan for site improvements. It mandates protective fencing and prohibits equipment/material storage near protected trees.

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Village. In the case of tree management practices, these practices shall comply with the most recent edition of the American National Standards Institute. B.   In the event of any site improvement which may impact public property trees, a Tree Preservation Plan is required, must be approved, and implemented prior to the start of any work or delivery of any materials to the Building Activity Area. The approved Tree Preservation Plan shall be available on the site throughout the entire construction...been received in writing. C.   In instances where construction or site work that requires heavy equipment and that may impact trees on public or private property, all appropriate tree protection measures must be taken and identified in the Tree Preservation Plan. 1.   Protective fencing is required for protection of any tree to be preserved in place. Fencing shall be installed at a minimum distance of one-foot, for every inch DBH of the tree, from the trunk of the tree
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Lemont · 17.01.070

VIOLATIONS, PENALTIES AND ENFORCEMENT

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This section outlines who is responsible for enforcing the Lemont zoning ordinance and details various activities that constitute violations. It mandates that all village officers and employees assist in reporting violations and specifies that non-compliance will be subject to the ordinance's remedies and penalties.

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action or proceeding in the name of the Village to enjoin, correct, or abate any violation of Article III of this ordinance. 3. Any person, firm, or corporation who removes or damages a tree marked for preservation on a tree preservation plan submitted for approval as a requirement of this ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and fined up to $250.00 per diameter breast height (DBH) as indicated on the tree preservation plan, per damaged or removed tree
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Wilmette · 2.1305

Penalties and costs

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This section outlines the penalties and costs associated with violations under Wilmette's Administrative Adjudication System, including general penalties, fine prioritization, late penalties, and potential referral to a collection agency.

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Article IX of Chapter 26 Sewer Use $50.00 $750.00 Yes Article XI of Chapter 26 Lawn Sprinkling $50.00 $200.00 Yes Chapter 28 Telecommunications Chapter 28 Telecommuni- cations $100.00 $750.00 Chapter 29 Tree Regulations Article II of Chapter 29 Tree Preservation (private property trees) $50.00 $7,500.00 + the permit fees and Fees in Lieu Yes Article II of Chapter 29 Tree Preservation (Village owned trees or trees in right-of-way under the Village's jurisdiction) $50.00 $7,500.00 + the amount
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North Barrington · 5.3A-9

Violations; Penalties

Summary

This section outlines violations related to tree preservation plans and tree removal permits in North Barrington. It specifies penalties for failing to comply with these plans, including fines for removing protected trees without a permit, with additional provisions for stop-work orders and penalties when tree size cannot be determined.

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Violation: It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to fail to abide by the terms of any tree preservation plan pursuant to which a building permit or tree removal permit has been issued. B.   Stop Work Order: If the precautions as specified in the tree preservation plan were not undertaken before construction commenced or are not maintained at any time during construction, a stop work order shall be issued by the Village until such time...protected tree will result in a fine of one hundred dollars ($100.00) per inch of protected tree diameter, but subject to a maximum fine as provided by Illinois law. In the event that a tree is removed without a tree preservation plan or tree removal permit and the size of the removed tree cannot be determined, there shall be a fine of seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00) per tree
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Waukegan · 13.02

Definition of Terms

Summary

This section of the Waukegan Municipal Ordinance provides definitions for various terms used throughout the document, covering a range of concepts from 'Abandoned Sign' to 'Airport'. It establishes the precise meaning of these terms to ensure consistent interpretation and application of the ordinance.

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bounding a zoning lot, as defined herein. Protected Area: Any area in which tree protection measures are required pursuant to this Ordinance, including without limitation any bluff, conservation area, ravine, heritage tree, No Disturbance Area, Streetscape Preservation Area, or Tree Preservation Area. Public Garage: A building or portion thereof, other than a private garage, designed or used for equipping, servicing, repairing, hiring, selling, storing, or parking motor vehicles. The term repairing does not include an automotive body repair shop...Business District which adjoins a zoning lot in a Residence District, or that yard which must be provided on a zoning lot in an Industrial District which adjoins a zoning lot either in a Residence or Business District. Tree Preservation Areas: An area identified on a plat of subdivision, or on a site plan attached to the ordinance granting a conditional use permit, within which trees are to be preserved. This differs from a Conservation Easement in that removal
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Glendale Heights · 11.4.15

Landscaping And Buffers; Refuse And Storage Areas

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This section outlines the purposes and application of landscaping and buffer requirements in Glendale Heights, aiming to improve aesthetics, protect residential areas, and enhance public spaces. It details the process for submitting and approving landscape plans for most development projects.

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proposed buildings and other structures, including parking lots, sidewalks, and other paved areas, fences, walls, and recreational equipment. 2.   Planting Elements: a.   Location, general types and quality of existing vegetation, specimen trees and natural areas. b.   For plant preservation credits, existing trees of three inch (3") caliper and above to be saved including locations noted, condition, and a list of species. Show on submittals the methods and details for protection of existing vegetation during construction. c.   Location and keyed labels...twenty four inches (24") in height or spread for nonresidential development. f.   Ground cover plants shall be planted so that an effective covering is obtained within two (2) growing seasons. 8.   All reasonable efforts shall be made to preserve the existing trees on each building site, consistent with the approved tree list and similar species which would be an asset to the site. E.   General Requirements: 1.   Except for accessory uses expressly permitted to be located in required yards
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Glenview · 86.62

Permit application

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This section outlines the application process for a landmark tree permit in Glenview, including submission requirements, categorization of applications based on property type, and the criteria for approval. For Category A (single-family residential), approval hinges on the proposed activity minimizing tree damage, aligning with the article's intent, meeting plan requirements, and not being solely due to siting issues that could be reasonably modified.

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required, satisfies the requirements of this article. (3) The cause for application of such permit is not limited to siting of any home, addition or structure which could, upon inspection by the director, be reasonably modified to otherwise preserve tree(s) that are noted within the application. Additional standards for consideration when siting a home, addition or structure are outlined within the Tree Preservation and Protection Best Practices, an addendum to the Tree Standards Manual. (c) Category B: Approval...section 86-31. (2) The tree permit application, including, without limitation, the construction activity protection plan, if required, satisfies the requirements of this article and the associated addendum to the Tree Standards Manual pertaining to Category B permits titled Tree Preservation and Protection Best Practices. (d) Conditions. As a condition of the issuance of a tree permit, the director may require one or more of the following: (1) Any landmark or public tree that may be affected by such regulated
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Third Lake · 24.141

Tree removal restricted; permit required

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This section restricts the removal of trees larger than eight inches in diameter within the tree preservation area, requiring a permit. Permits may be issued for specific reasons such as a tree being dead, diseased, or for economic hardship, and may require replacement trees.

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trees greater than eight inches in diameter, measured at 54 inches above the ground, shall be removed from the tree preservation area without a permit. Permits authorizing removal of trees in excess of 12 inches may be issued by the building inspector in circumstances when the issuance of such a permit is found not to be inconsistent with the purpose of this section. Conditions under which a permit may be issued include, but will not be limited to, the following...tree is dead, or dying; (2) The tree is diseased; (3) The tree is damaged or injured to the extent that it is likely to die or become diseased; (4) The removal of the tree will enhance the tree preservation area and the health of the remaining trees; (5) The removal of the tree will avoid or alleviate an economic hardship or a hardship of another nature on the property or residence; or (6) The removal of the tree
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Lake Forest · 99.002

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for various terms used throughout the chapter, including those related to property development, natural features, and tree management. These definitions clarify the scope and application of the ordinance's regulations.

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grading, building, utility or demolition permit. PROTECTED AREA. Any areas in which tree protection measures are required pursuant to this chapter, including without limitation any bluff, conservation area, heritage tree, no disturbance area, ravine, streetscape preservation area or tree preservation area. RAVINE. All property beginning at a point where the slope of the land first exceeds 10% and continuing to the bottom of the RAVINE . REMOVE or REMOVAL. The act of causing a tree to be cut down...indirect action. STREET TREE. Tree located in the public right-of-way and maintained by the city. STREETSCAPE PRESERVATION AREAS. The portion of a property located in the front and corner side yards, as defined by the Zoning Code. TREE PRESERVATION AREAS. (1)   Areas identified on a plat of subdivision, or on a site plan attached to the ordinance granting a special use permit, within which trees are to be preserved. (2)   This differs from a conservation easement in that
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