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Schiller Park · 101.01

Purpose And Intent

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and intent of the tree preservation ordinance in Schiller Park. It aims to protect the Village's natural resources and public welfare by regulating the planting, maintenance, and removal of trees, recognizing them as a vital public resource and critical infrastructure.

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Village by providing for the regulations of the planting, maintenance, and removal of trees within the Village. (B) Intent. It is the intent of the corporate authorities that this title be construed so as to promote the preservation and care of trees. The corporate authorities declare that trees are a natural, public resource, and an integral part of the critical infrastructure of the Village and as such are highly valued and must be preserved, protected, and cared for as other
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Franklin Park · 7.13.1

Purpose and intent

Summary

This section outlines the purpose and intent of the chapter, emphasizing the importance of trees as a natural resource and critical infrastructure in Franklin Park. It aims to safeguard natural resources and promote environmental values while protecting public health, safety, and welfare through regulations on tree planting, maintenance, and removal.

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providing for the regulations of the planting, maintenance, and removal of trees within the village. (b) Intent. It is the intent of the corporate authorities that this chapter shall be construed so as to promote the preservation and care of trees. The corporate authorities declare that trees are a natural, public resource, and an integral part of the critical infrastructure of the village and as such are highly valued and must be preserved, protected, and cared for as other critical
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Frankfort · 52.10

Permit Required; Applications And Fees

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This section of the Frankfort municipal ordinance requires a permit from the Village Director of Public Works for any construction, modification, or disruption of facilities within village rights-of-way, with exceptions for service connections that do not disrupt the right-of-way. It also outlines the general requirements for permit applications, including utility and applicant information, consultant details, and a description of the proposed work.

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village licenses for all contractors and subcontractors as required in § 110.01 of this code; (15)   For any freestanding facility, the proposed screening and landscape plan; (16)   A tree survey from a certified arborist, together with a proposed plan for tree preservation or replacement. Replacement shall be accomplished by planting one or more trees, the total trunk diameter of which is equivalent to one and one-quarter times that of the replaced tree. The village may in its discretion direct
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Round Lake · 12.36.160

Action On Applications For Ad Hoc Tree Removal

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This section outlines the process for obtaining a permit to remove public or protected trees in Round Lake, detailing permit requirements, fee exemptions, and the role of the Village Forester in application review and permit issuance.

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order to evaluate the application. Subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of this Code, the Village Forester shall approve the application and issue a tree removal permit subject to such conditions as may be required for the preservation of protected trees and/or for mitigation of necessary removal of protected trees. Prior to the removal of any protected tree authorized for removal, the tree shall be clearly marked by the Village Forester. (Ord. 06-O-10 § 1 (part
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Wayne · 11.9.11

Tree Board

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This section establishes a Tree Board composed of the village president and board of trustees, who will serve as the ex officio members and operate without compensation. The board is tasked with administering the village's tree preservation and landscape control ordinance, including the care of trees and handling appeals related to the chapter's enforcement.

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trustees, ex officio. The village president shall serve as chairman of the tree board. B.   Compensation: Members of the tree board shall serve without compensation. C.   Duties: The tree board shall administer the provisions of the Wayne comprehensive tree preservation and landscape control ordinance, including responsibility for the planting, care and protection of the village's trees and to hear and render decisions on appeals from any person aggrieved by the enforcement and application of this chapter
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Deerfield · 21.31

Action On Applications For Ad Hoc Tree Removal:

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This section outlines the unlawful act of removing or damaging public or protected trees without a permit in Deerfield. It details owner responsibility for unauthorized tree removal, the application process for permits, and specific fee exemptions for removal under certain conditions, such as the tree being dead, diseased, a hazard, or causing a nuisance.

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order to evaluate the application. Subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of this code, the village forester shall approve the application and issue a tree removal permit subject to such conditions as may be required for the preservation of protected trees and/or for mitigation of necessary removal of protected trees. (e)   Prior to the removal of any protected tree authorized for removal, the tree shall be clearly marked by the village forester
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Deerfield · 21.31

Action On Applications For Ad Hoc Tree Removal:

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This section outlines the unlawful act of removing or damaging public or protected trees without a permit in Deerfield. It details owner responsibility for unauthorized tree removal, the application process for permits, and specific fee exemptions for removal under certain conditions, such as the tree being dead, diseased, a hazard, or causing a nuisance.

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order to evaluate the application. Subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of this code, the village forester shall approve the application and issue a tree removal permit subject to such conditions as may be required for the preservation of protected trees and/or for mitigation of necessary removal of protected trees. (e)   Prior to the removal of any protected tree authorized for removal, the tree shall be clearly marked by the village forester
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Deerfield · 21.21

Scope And Enforcement:

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This section outlines the scope and enforcement of Deerfield's tree preservation ordinance, specifying its application to residential areas and its cumulative effect with other village ordinances and state statutes. It designates the Director of Public Works and Engineering with authority over public trees and requires inter-departmental coordination for enforcement.

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other ordinances of the village of Deerfield and of the statutes of the state of Illinois, and to the extent consistent shall be applied and enforced simultaneously. Whenever inconsistent, the provision resulting in the maximum protection, preservation or planting of trees or the highest quality of trees shall govern, except where limited by law. (c)   It is intended in particular that the provisions of this article shall be applied cumulatively and simultaneously with the provisions of the zoning and subdivision
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Deerfield · 21.21

Scope And Enforcement:

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This section outlines the scope and enforcement of Deerfield's tree preservation ordinance, specifying its application to residential areas and its cumulative effect with other village ordinances and state statutes. It designates the Director of Public Works and Engineering with authority over public trees and requires inter-departmental coordination for enforcement.

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other ordinances of the village of Deerfield and of the statutes of the state of Illinois, and to the extent consistent shall be applied and enforced simultaneously. Whenever inconsistent, the provision resulting in the maximum protection, preservation or planting of trees or the highest quality of trees shall govern, except where limited by law. (c)   It is intended in particular that the provisions of this article shall be applied cumulatively and simultaneously with the provisions of the zoning and subdivision
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Round Lake · 12.36.030

Scope And Enforcement

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This section establishes the broad applicability of the Tree Preservation Chapter within Round Lake, stating it applies uniformly except where specified. It clarifies that its provisions are cumulative with other local ordinances and state statutes, with the strongest tree protection always taking precedence.

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other ordinances of the Village of Round Lake and of the statutes of the state of Illinois, and to the extent consistent shall be applied and enforced simultaneously. Whenever inconsistent, the provision resulting in the maximum protection, preservation or planting of trees or the highest quality of trees shall govern, except where limited by law. It is intended in particular that the provisions of this Chapter shall be applied cumulatively and simultaneously with the provisions of the zoning and subdivision
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Sugar Grove · 11.17.1

Purpose And Intent

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and intent of Sugar Grove's ordinance concerning small cell antennas on private property. It aims to regulate their installation and maintenance to ensure public benefit while preserving the village's integrity, safety, and visual qualities, addressing various potential negative impacts.

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Purpose: The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for the permitting, installation, and maintenance of small cell antennas on private property within the village's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the village as a whole. B.   Intent: In enacting this chapter, the village intends to exercise its zoning authority over the installation and maintenance of small cell antennas and facilities, by establishing...property; 4.   Protect against environmental damage, including damage to trees, from the installation of small cell antennas; 5.   Preserve the character of the neighborhood and/or zoning district in which the small cell antennas are installed; 6.   Preserve open space, particularly in the tree lined parkways that characterize the village's residential neighborhoods; 7.   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of small cell antennas; 8.   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of properties adjacent to small cell antenna locations
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Sugar Grove · 11.17.4

Action Of Permit Applications

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This section outlines the process for reviewing and approving permit applications for small cell antennas in Sugar Grove. It details the standards used for evaluation, including preventing interference, obstructions, and environmental damage, while preserving neighborhood character and open space.

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property; 4.   Protect against environmental damage, including damage to trees, from the installation of small cell antennas; 5.   Preserve the character of the neighborhood and/or zoning district in which the small cell antennas are installed; 6.   Preserve open space, particularly in the tree lined parkways that characterize the village's residential neighborhoods; 7.   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of small cell antennas; 8.   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of properties adjacent to small cell antenna locations
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Broadview · 10.8.4

Filing

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This section outlines the filing requirements for site plan review applications in Broadview. Applicants must submit an original application form, the required fee, and ten copies of a site plan detailing property surveys, existing and proposed structures, utilities, and zoning boundaries.

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suitable scale, or as a part of the final site plan, to illustrate proposed landscaping, as well as existing vegetation to remain. b.   Trees and shrubs shall be keyed into a plant list. c.   The preservation of existing trees, shrubs or other plantings is encouraged and should be done whenever such preservation is practical. Existing vegetation may be used to meet the landscaping requirements described herein. d.   Plantings shall consist of varieties that are appropriate to the climate and that...greater than one acre in size, in any zoning district, shall provide a minimum of ten percent (10%) of the total lot area as landscaping. f.   Upon installation, plantings shall meet the following minimum size requirements: (1)   Shade trees: Two and one-half inch (2.5") caliper as measured twelve inches (12") above grade; (2)   Evergreen trees: Six feet (6') tall, minimum; and (3)   Ornamental trees: Six feet (6') tall, minimum, if multi-stem. Two and one-half inch (2.5") caliper
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Kenilworth · 154.08

Tree Removal And Replacement In The Steep Slope Zone

Summary

This section applies existing tree preservation rules to the Steep Slope Zone and imposes additional requirements for tree removal. It mandates review by a code official and requires arborist and geotechnical engineer reports to ensure slope stability.

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General . The village’s tree preservation requirements in Chapter 150 of this code shall apply to all proposed tree removals and tree replacements in the Steep Slope Zone. (B) Additional standards . In addition to the requirements of Chapter 150 of this code, there may be cases when removal of a tree or tree stump may jeopardize slope stability and for all proposed tree removals in the Steep Slope Zone, the following shall apply: (1)   The code official shall review each
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Gurnee · 45.9

Large properties and development sites

Summary

This section outlines the requirements for large properties undergoing development, redevelopment, or expansion, specifically focusing on the protection and management of trees and woodlands. It details the application procedure, including necessary documentation like a tree survey and landscape plan.

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flowing or intermittent), existing on-site or to be created by the development. (3) Approval of landscape plan. The landscape plan shall be subject to approval by the planning department and in recommended cases, by the village board. (4) Tree preservation. The developer or owner(s) shall retain, and protect wherever possible, woodlands and trees in areas of construction, including existing public and private street rights of way and easements. The preservation techniques under section 45-8 of this chapter
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Fox Lake · 9.5.9

Large Properties And Development Sites

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This section outlines the application procedure and requirements for tree surveys and landscape plans for development or redevelopment of certain properties in Fox Lake, specifically when trees or woodlands are to be destroyed or relocated. It details the information that must be submitted, including property details, tree surveys, and landscape plans.

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conditions existing on site or to be created by the development. C.   Approval Of Landscape Plan: The landscape plan shall be subject to approval by the Building and Zoning Official and in recommended cases, by the Village Board. D.   Tree Preservation: The developer or owner(s) agree to retain, wherever possible, woodlands and trees in areas of construction, including existing public and private street rights of way and easements. The preservation techniques under Section 9-5-8 of this Chapter
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Kildeer · 5.21.2

General Requirements And Information

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This section outlines general requirements for solar energy systems (SES) in Kildeer, permitting them as accessory structures provided building codes are met, but prohibiting freestanding or ground-mounted systems. It also specifies requirements for on-site use, utility notification, glare prevention, emergency disconnects, and tree removal.

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disconnect power at the solar panel. H.   Tree Removal: Tree removal shall be minimized. If trees or vegetation are to be removed or reduced to allow for the proper functioning of an SES, adherence to the Village's tree preservation ordinance will be required, which may include the replacement of trees. I.   Arrangement: Where feasible, solar collector units shall be implemented to cover an entire roof face. J.   Building Permit Required: No solar energy system (SES) shall be constructed
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Hawthorn Woods · 9.18A-3

General Requirements And Information

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This section permits solar energy systems (SES) in Hawthorn Woods, outlining general requirements, prohibiting ground-mounted systems and solar farms, and specifying design standards related to glare, safety, and tree preservation. It also requires utility notification and on-site energy use with grid delivery options.

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disconnect power at the solar panel. H.   Tree Removal: Tree removal shall be minimized. If trees or vegetation are to be removed or reduced to allow for the proper functioning of an SES, adherence to the Village's tree preservation ordinance will be required, which may include the replacement of trees. I.   Additional Height: Additional height may be requested through the variation process outlined in section 9-16-7 of this title. J.   Review: In reviewing the request for additional
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Oakbrook Terrace · 153.02

Permit application

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This section outlines the requirements for obtaining a demolition permit in Oakbrook Terrace. It details the information needed in the application, including property details, demolition justification, site restoration plans, and tree preservation.

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fencing and storm water management. Consideration will be given by the Director of Community and Economic Development as to the timing and appropriateness of seeding depending upon seasonal conditions. (5) Owner names and addresses of adjacent properties. (6) A tree preservation plan for the property. Such a plan must identify all trees with a five inch diameter trunk or larger located on the property. The plan must also identify any trees which would be removed as part
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Huntley · 160.099

Penalty

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This section outlines the penalties for violating the public tree protection ordinance in Huntley. Violators face fines and are liable for the cost of replacing lost trees, with penalties potentially increasing for each day a violation continues or for each tree affected.

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Fines and fees assessed pursuant to this chapter shall be payable to the Village. Fees assessed and collected pursuant to Section 155.999(A) shall be deposited into the tree fund administered by the Village in accordance with the tree preservation ordinance. (Prior Code
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Winfield · 9.8.4

Materials And Spoils Storage

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This section mandates that building permit applications must include plans detailing areas where spoil material storage is prohibited to prevent drainage and dust issues for adjacent occupied properties. It also requires plans to show how trees will be protected in accordance with village tree preservation regulations.

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areas on the subject property where storage of spoil materials will not be allowed in order to mitigate drainage and dust migration problems for adjacent occupied properties, and how trees will be protected in conformance with the village's tree preservation regulations in section 10-2-15 of this code if applicable
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Carol Stream · 16.8.4

Petition Review And Approval

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This section outlines the authority of the Community Development Director to receive various petition requests for village boards and commissions. It also details procedures for handling applications requiring external expertise and refers to other articles for specific review processes.

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proposed landscaping areas, including parking lot perimeter area landscaping, parking lot interior area landscaping, building foundation area landscaping, transition area landscaping, and curbing, a table of plant types, sizes, and quantities, installation specifications, irrigation, and maintenance provisions. (g)   A tree preservation plan, including an inventory of all mature, high-quality trees on the lot. (h)   The location, size, and type of proposed permanent signs, if known. (i)   A preliminary application for a Stormwater Management Certification that includes narratives and/or calculations
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Warrenville · 7.7.1

Purpose; Applicability

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This section establishes the purpose and applicability of the chapter, focusing on the preservation, protection, and enhancement of the urban forest located within city rights-of-way and other publicly accessible city-owned property. It emphasizes the collective benefit of these trees as critical infrastructure.

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property dedicated to and available for public use. This chapter recognizes that trees located in city right-of-way are a collective asset to the entire community and identifies and effectuates the city's goals to protect, preserve, care, and plant trees located in city right-of-way, including, without limitation: A.   Protect, preserve and enhance the quality of life and general welfare of the city, its residents, and property owners; and conserve and enhance the city's natural, physical...ensure that trees are properly planted and maintained. B.   Recognize that city right-of-way trees are an integral part of the infrastructure of the city and, as such, should be preserved, protected and cared for as other critical city infrastructure. C.   Recognize that larger trees provide larger benefits. When a large tree is removed and replaced with a smaller tree the benefits and services are reduced. D.   Recognize that some trees may have a condition that constitutes a threat
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Barrington Hills · 4.6.6

Replacement

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This section outlines the requirements for replacing heritage trees removed or damaged without a permit in Barrington Hills. It specifies "replacement in kind" with trees of a certain species and size, planting standards, and a three-year maintenance period, with penalties for non-compliance.

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table C and (D), table D of this chapter at the next growing season. (B)   Contribution In-Lieu Of Replacement: In order to fulfill some or all of the replacement heritage trees required by the TRP, after providing a plan for the preservation and enhancement of a woodland...site, a fee in lieu of the equal value of the remaining replacement tree(s) may be paid to a governmental or non-profit natural resources management entity for a program involving the restoration, establishment, enhancement, or preservation of heritage trees in the Village. (C)   Woodland Management Plan: In order to fulfill the replacement of some or all heritage trees required by the TRP on sites with existing woodlands, or where the replacement of any or all of the required
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Western Springs · 5.5.10

Tree Removal

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This section outlines the regulations for tree removal within Western Springs, emphasizing the importance of larger trees and establishing a permit system for removals on public property. It also details requirements for replacing removed or damaged trees and specifies exemptions for invasive species.

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that the planting of smaller trees does not replace the value of larger trees that are lost. It will take tens of years for that value to be replaced and, for that reason, efforts should be made to preserve and protect trees where they are growing. In regard to tree removals, the corporate authorities of the Village have made the following findings and have enacted the following requirements: A.   It shall be unlawful for any individual to remove or cause
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