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Oakbrook Terrace · 159.08

General requirements and principles

Summary

This section outlines the review standards for the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding subdivision plats and PUD plans, emphasizing conformance to the Comprehensive Plan and adequate storm water management. It also details general provisions for the dedication of land for public use.

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forwarded to the City Council if such plat does not make adequate provision for storm water management, as determined by the City Engineer. (4) Due regard shall be given to the preservation of natural features such as trees, for which preservation credits may be considered under the city's zoning code; watercourses; and historical and similar features. (B) Dedication of land for public use; general provisions. (1) Whenever a preliminary plat or preliminary plan for a PUD includes a proposed

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Buffalo Grove · 12.04.010

Purpose and scope

Summary

This chapter establishes policies and procedures for the construction and use of facilities within Buffalo Grove's rights-of-way. Its purpose is to ensure public benefit by preserving the integrity, safety, and visual quality of public spaces and protecting environmental assets like trees.

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trees, from the installation of utility facilities; 5. Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; 6. Preserve the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; 7. Preserve open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the Village...residential neighborhoods; 8. Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; 9. Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility facilities locations; and 10. The protection, preservation, and care of trees illustrates their value to the Village as they play a vital role in absorbing pollutants from air and groundwater, sequester carbon, produce oxygen, mitigate stormwater runoff and soil erosion, mitigate heat and wind impacts, buffer noise and light pollution

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Woodridge · 9.8.1

Purpose

Summary

This section outlines the purpose of Woodridge's tree preservation, landscaping, and screening requirements. It aims to foster aesthetically pleasing development, protect the Village's character and welfare, and enhance compatibility between adjacent uses by mitigating negative impacts and providing environmental benefits.

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tree preservation, landscaping, and screening requirements in this Chapter foster aesthetically pleasing development that will protect and preserve the appearance, character, general health and welfare of the Village. Specifically, these regulations are intended to increase the compatibility of adjacent uses by requiring a buffer or screen between uses. In doing so, the regulations minimize potentially harmful impacts of noise, dust, debris, motor vehicle headlight glare, artificial light intrusions, and other objectionable impacts created by an adjoining or nearby use. These...environmental benefits: A. Enhance and preserve air quality through filtering of pollutants. B. Reduce topsoil erosion through the soil retention effect of tree roots. C. Reduce energy consumption through the windbreak, shade and transpiration effects of trees. D. Minimize wildlife habitat loss and preserve nesting areas for birds which in turn assist in the control of insects. E. Reduce stormwater runoff and associated costs and replenish ground water supplies

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Lake Barrington · 9.5.2

Standards Of Design

Summary

This section outlines the general requirements for street design and layout within subdivisions in Lake Barrington, focusing on ensuring convenient access and proper interconnection with existing streets. It also specifies minimum right-of-way widths for different types of streets and detailed design requirements for cul-de-sacs.

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village shall be as established by title 8 of this code. All building setback lines shall be parallel with the applicable lot lines. G. Natural Features: In all subdivisions, due regard shall be given to the preservation of natural features such as large trees, watercourses, historical sites and similar other community assets. The subdivider shall fully comply with the requirements of title 11, chapter 1 of this code. 1. All disturbed areas...within the subdivision shall be restored by placing a minimum of three inches (3") of topsoil and seeding. Consideration shall be given to restoring some areas with natural growths of wildflowers, ground cover or similar material. 2. Existing trees shall be preserved and/or replaced in accordance with title 11, chapter 1 of this code. The trees required under subsection 9-5-3E of this chapter shall not be counted as replacement trees for the purpose of title 11, chapter

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Bannockburn · 260.1166

Architectural review

Summary

This section establishes the authority, purpose, and requirements for architectural review in Bannockburn. It outlines the roles of the Village Manager, Architectural Review Commission, and Board of Trustees in approving new construction and modifications to protect and enhance the village's environment and property values.

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quality of its design and the relationship to its surroundings. A proposed project should harmonize with and support Bannockburn's unique character, with special consideration accorded the preservation and enhancement of landmarks and the preservation and enhancement of natural features, including without limitation existing trees and landscaping. Furthermore, a project should be consistent with all of the ordinances and regulations...Village, including without limitation the Bannockburn Zoning Code, Comprehensive Plan, and Tree Ordinance.99 In addition, the Village Manager, Commission, and Board shall consider, among other factors, the following particulars: (1) Landmarks. 99. Editor's Note: See Ch. 216, Trees and Woodland Preservation. (a) The quality of landmarks should be preserved by avoiding excessively similar or dissimilar nearby buildings that detract from a landmark's uniqueness. (b) Landmarks should not be dwarfed or obstructed from view by nearby buildings. (2) Site

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Golf · 8.3.5

Additional Required Plans And Standards

Summary

This section requires applicants to submit detailed stormwater management, soil erosion and sedimentation control, and grading plans, certified by a professional engineer. It also mandates separate plans for accessibility, parking, and loading activities impacting public rights-of-way, including details on affected pavement, sidewalks, and trees.

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following: 1. Removal of trees, tree pruning, root pruning, and other tree care activities that are proposed in the tree removal permit application. 2. Installation of protective tree fencing. All protective tree fencing as required by the Golf tree preservation ordinance (title 4, chapter 6 of this code). 3. Installation of erosion control measures and construction driveway. 4. Installation of perimeter area construction fencing as required by subsection E of this section. 5. Installation of temporary markers delineating the limits

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Northbrook · 9.45

Trees; vegetation control

Summary

This section mandates compliance with tree preservation and landscaping requirements for all work under this chapter. It also prohibits the use of brush-killing chemicals on rights-of-way unless the village forester approves it as the only practicable method.

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Compliance with tree and vegetation protection. All work pursuant to this chapter shall be subject to the tree preservation requirements of chapter 25 and all tree, vegetation and landscaping requirements of the Public Improvements Standards Manual. All work that may have impact on trees or village vegetation must be undertaken under supervision by the village forester. (b) Chemical use. Spraying of any type of brush-killing chemicals is prohibited on rights-of-way unless the utility demonstrates to the satisfaction

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Northbrook · 9.45

Trees; vegetation control

Summary

This section mandates compliance with tree preservation and landscaping requirements for all work under this chapter. It also prohibits the use of brush-killing chemicals on rights-of-way unless the village forester approves it as the only practicable method.

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Compliance with tree and vegetation protection. All work pursuant to this chapter shall be subject to the tree preservation requirements of chapter 25 and all tree, vegetation and landscaping requirements of the Public Improvements Standards Manual. All work that may have impact on trees or village vegetation must be undertaken under supervision by the village forester. (b) Chemical use. Spraying of any type of brush-killing chemicals is prohibited on rights-of-way unless the utility demonstrates to the satisfaction

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Glenview · 86.31

Purpose

Summary

This section outlines the purpose of Glenview's tree regulation ordinance, emphasizing the protection, preservation, and maintenance of trees to enhance the quality of life, aesthetic environment, property values, and natural heritage of the Village. It also aims to mitigate hazards and ensure species diversity.

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Forest Management Plan, both of which may be updated by the director from time to time, and which updates will be effective upon being posted to the Village's website, is intended to accomplish the protection, preservation, replacement, planting and maintenance of trees within the Village and the following related goals: (1) Protect and enhance the quality of life and the general welfare of the Village and its residents, and conserve and enhance the Village's physical and aesthetic environment...course of development. (7) Ensure diversity of tree species within individual neighborhoods and the Village of Glenview as a whole. (8) Utilize best efforts to ensure an aesthetically pleasing landscape design and maintain neighborhood characteristics. (9) To preserve, protect and maintain trees as an integral part of the infrastructure of the Village as other critical Village infrastructure. (Code

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North Barrington · 5.3D-8

Protection Plan Required Prior To Issuance Of Permit

Summary

Requires a protection plan, prepared by a certified arborist and approved by the Village Forester, to be submitted before a demolition or building permit is issued for properties with heritage trees. The plan must detail how the trees and their root systems will be protected during construction, and the applicant is responsible for any damage or treatment costs.

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arborist and approved by the Village Forester. B. The Village Forester may require that a certified arborist be present on the project site during grading or other construction activity that may impact the health of the heritage tree(s) to be preserved. C. Damage to any heritage tree during construction shall be immediately reported to the Village Clerk or Deputy Village Clerk in order that proper treatment may be administered. The cost of any treatment or repair shall be borne

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Elgin · 2.31.050

Grant program

Summary

This section outlines a grant program for neighborhood improvement in Elgin, dividing funds into sustainable neighborhood projects and tree replacement. It details eligible activities, application requirements, funding limits, and project timelines for each fund.

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private property for which a replacement tree is being requested shall be provided. c. Eligible replacement trees shall consist of those trees designated as species A or species B as designated in the tree list of the city's tree preservation ordinance. d. Residents shall be reimbursed fifty (50) percent of the cost of a single, nonnative to the state tree planted on their private property not to exceed one hundred dollars ($100.00) and seventy-five (75) percent

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Niles · 11.9

BUFFER YARDS

Summary

This section establishes requirements for buffer yards, specifying their dimensions, landscaping, and placement for new construction between certain zoning districts or land uses. It aims to provide screening and landscaping where incompatible uses or districts abut.

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landscape plan approval, trees may be spaced at various intervals based on specific site requirements, but the total number of trees planted must be no less than one per 25 linear feet of buffer yard length. 3. Existing trees that are preserved may count toward the buffer yard tree requirement. This credit is a 1:1 ratio (one existing tree for one proposed tree) regardless of the size of the existing tree. 4. Unless otherwise specifically required

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Harvard · 11.8

BUFFER YARDS

Summary

This section establishes requirements for buffer yards between different land uses and zoning districts, specifying dimensions, landscape materials, and fencing. It outlines when buffer yards are mandatory for new construction, particularly between residential and non-residential uses or different residential densities.

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landscape plan approval, trees may be spaced at various intervals based on specific site requirements, but the total number of trees planted must be no less than one per 25 linear feet of buffer yard length. 3. Existing trees that are preserved may count toward the buffer yard tree requirement. This credit is a 1:1 ratio (one existing tree for one proposed tree) regardless of the size of the existing tree. 4. Unless otherwise specifically required

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Clarendon Hills · 20.11.8

Buffer Yards

Summary

This section establishes standards for buffer yards required between certain land uses and zoning districts, specifying minimum dimensions, landscape requirements (trees and shrubs), and fence/wall height and coverage. It applies to new construction involving multi-family dwellings abutting single-family, two-family, or townhouse dwellings, and non-residential uses/districts abutting residential districts.

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plan approval, trees may be spaced at various intervals based on specific site requirements, but the total number of trees planted must be no less than one per twenty five (25) linear feet of buffer yard length. Existing trees that are preserved may count toward the buffer yard tree requirement. This credit is a 1:1 ratio (one existing tree for one proposed tree) regardless of the size of the existing tree. Unless otherwise specifically required by the use standards

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Grayslake · 16.28.060

Landscaping and fencing

Summary

This section outlines requirements for landscaping and fencing within subdivisions in Grayslake, including mandatory landscape buffers, grass or sod in unpaved right-of-way areas, and the planting of specific types and sizes of street trees.

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line must support an adequate mat of grass. Provisions shall be made to assure the growth of all landscaping. C. [Street Trees.] Street trees shall be planted on both sides of each street except where there are existing trees present and preserved as determined by the village. Street trees may be planted in the parkway area between the sidewalk and the street or in the front yards with an easement granted to the village located parallel to the sidewalk. Final

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Round Lake · 16.16.060

Landscaping And Fencing

Summary

This section mandates landscaping and fencing in subdivisions when deemed necessary by the village board for safety or privacy, with strict requirements for unpaved areas and street trees, referencing Ordinance No. 06-O-11 for tree specifications.

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subsequently amended, and the provisions contained therein shall be applicable in any subdivision of land and proposed improvements regarding trees. Street trees shall be planted on both sides of each street except where there are existing trees present and preserved as determined by the village. Street trees may be planted in the parkway area between the sidewalk and the street or in the front yards with an easement granted to the village located parallel to the sidewalk. Final location will

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Campton Hills · 10.10.8

Buffer Yards

Summary

This section establishes requirements for buffer yards, which are landscaped areas designed to screen and separate different land uses and zoning districts, primarily in rear and interior side yards. It specifies when buffer yards are required, their location, and design standards including dimensions, tree planting, and fence/wall requirements.

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approval, trees may be spaced at various intervals based on specific site requirements, but the total number of trees planted must be no less than one per twenty-five (25) linear feet of buffer yard length. 3. Existing trees that are preserved may count toward the buffer yard tree requirement. This credit is at a ratio of one (1) existing tree for one (1) proposed tree (1:1 ratio) regardless of the size of the existing tree. 4. Unless otherwise

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Hawthorn Woods · 1.8.8

Village Landscape Architect

Summary

This section establishes the independent contractor position of Village Landscape Architect in Hawthorn Woods, outlining their appointment process, duties related to landscaping and tree preservation plan reviews, and compensation determined by the board of trustees.

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trustees. (Ord. 1210-07, 4-16-2007) B. Duties: The village landscape architect shall render advice on questions relating to landscaping in the village whenever requested to do so by the village officials, shall review all landscape plans, tree preservation plans and other plans related to tree removal permits as regulated by the village, and shall perform such other duties as the mayor and board of trustees may determine and assign from time to time

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Warrenville · 11.1.6

Procedures For Subdivision Approval

Summary

This section outlines the preliminary consultation process for subdivision proposals in Warrenville. It details the actions required from the subdivider, including initial notification and presentation of site and development information to the Plan Commission, as well as the Plan Commission's role in advising the subdivider.

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contiguous to the proposed subdivision together with improvement plans and other supplementary material as specified, to the City Clerk, with written application for approval. In preparing this plat, due regard shall be given to the preservation of natural features such as large trees, water courses, historical and similar community assets. Accompanying this preliminary plat, if required by the Plan Commission, shall be a School Demographic Study, prepared in accordance with City of Warrenville City Code, Section...given, location of which shall be shown on the topographical map. Drainage design shall conform to the "Engineering standards for the City of Warrenville, Illinois." (9) Other Conditions on the Tract: Water courses, marshes, rock outcrop, wooded areas, isolated preservable trees six (6) inches or more in caliper at one (1) foot above ground level, houses, barns, shacks, and other significant features. (10) Reference to Monuments: Locations of or reference to location of existing monuments or survey markers used

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Bellwood · 99.075

Construction Methods And Materials

Summary

This section outlines specific construction methods and materials for excavations in public rights-of-way, detailing requirements for boring/jacking operations and trenching, including safety, material specifications, and tree preservation.

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more than one inch (25 mm). (c) 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. (d) Tree preservation. All activities under this subchapter shall, where applicable, comply with the requirements set forth in Chapter 100 of this Code and the permittee shall be required to provide necessary submittals as required under Chapter 100 . (2) Trenching. Trenching for facility...does not allow for windrowing excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. (c) The permittee shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved. (3) Backfilling. (a) Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's "Standard Specifications

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Old Mill Creek · 6-D

Construction Standards

Summary

This section outlines the intent and standards for construction activity in Old Mill Creek, focusing on minimizing environmental impacts, disruptions to public systems, and maintaining an attractive environment. It mandates pre-construction conferences and details specific requirements for erosion control and the management of temporary construction yards.

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properties. Upon completion of construction, the developer shall submit a notice of construction completion to the Planning Director. All temporary structures are to be removed within 30 days from notice of construction completion. (I) Tree protection. All existing trees to be preserved shall be carefully protected from damage by equipment or other impacts as required in Article 10. (Ord. passed

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St. Charles · 17.06.060

Standards and guidelines—RT-1, RT-2, RT-3, RT-4 and CBD-2 Districts (one- and two-family dwellings only)

Summary

This section establishes site layout and garage design standards and guidelines for one- and two-family dwellings in specific St. Charles zoning districts (RT-1, RT-2, RT-3, RT-4, and CBD-2) to ensure compatibility with neighborhood development patterns and minimize garage prominence.

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reduced based on averaging of existing principal building setbacks along the street frontage of a block — See Table 17.12-2 for setback requirements. 2. Building and site layout should be compatible with existing topography and vegetation. Preservation of existing trees, particularly older growth trees, is recommended. 3. The coverage of driveways and parking areas in the front and exterior side yards should be minimized to the greatest extent possible. B. Garages. Intent: To reduce the appearance and prominence of garages

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Round Lake · 12.36.080

Administration

Summary

This section establishes the Village of Round Lake's policy on preserving existing trees, landscaping, and street tree planting. It designates the Village Administrator or their designee to administer the chapter and develop an administrative manual for implementation.

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This Chapter establishes the policy of the Village of Round Lake as it relates to the preservation of existing trees, landscaping, and street tree planting. The Village Administrator or his/her designee shall administer this Chapter. To facilitate this process, the Village Administrator or his/her designee shall prepare a manual that defines the specific measures as necessary to implement the provisions of the ordinance codified in this Chapter. This manual is the administrative manual, henceforth also to be known

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Glenwood · 90.77

Landscaping

Summary

This section requires the preservation of valuable or large trees where possible and sets specific visibility standards for trees and shrubs near street intersections to ensure clear sight lines.

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Valuable or large trees shall be preserved where possible. Where planting strips are provided with trees, such trees shall not be of the low, bushy type which might obstruct vision. Trees or shrubs within a 40-foot radius of intersecting property lines at street intersections shall not have branches between 18 inches and eight feet from the ground. (Code

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Huntley · 160.002

Purpose

Summary

This chapter aims to preserve, protect, and maintain trees on public property and within Village rights-of-way to enhance the community forest and protect critical infrastructure. It also regulates the maintenance of trees on parkways of private streets.

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purpose of this chapter is to provide for the preservation, protection, and maintenance of trees in the Village rights-of-way and on other public property owned by the Village to enhance the public portion of the community forest by assuring the proper establishment of new trees and the protection and maintenance of existing trees. This chapter is also intended to preserve, protect and enhance critical infrastructure; the urban forest that is located on public land. It is also

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