This section mandates the preservation of existing trees on a property whenever feasible. If preservation is impossible, healthy trees suitable for transplanting should be moved on-site, with specific construction precautions and transplanting techniques outlined in a separate manual.
Section Text
Existing trees shall be preserved in place...wherever possible. If this is not possible, those existing trees that are healthy, of manageable size for transplanting, and with an attractive form shall be transplanted on site. Special precautions shall be made during construction to prevent damage to preserved trees and special techniques shall be used, as described in the Manual of Design Guidelines, to ensure successful transplants
Zoning & Land Use
Lake Barrington·11.1.5
Removal Of Protected Trees
Summary
This ordinance requires the replacement of protected trees removed or damaged during construction or other regulated activities with new trees based on a tiered schedule that considers the size and type of the removed tree.
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than 10 feet in height)
Sourgum (black tupelo) (Nyssa sylvatica)
Spruce, Black Hills (Picea glauca)
Tuliptree (Liriodendron tulipifera)
Walnut, black (Juglans nigra)
Yellowwood (Cladrastis Kentuckea)
Other species shall require the specific written concurrence of the approval authority.
D. Amended Tree Preservation Plan: Removal of, or other regulated activity otherwise adversely affecting trees designated for preservation by a tree preservation plan shall be allowed only by amending such plan and with the approval of the applicable approval authority. The amended tree...preservation plan shall indicate the location, species and size of all replacement trees consistent with the requirements for a tree preservation plan as set forth in this chapter.
E. In The Field Adjustments: In the field adjustments to trees designated for preservation on the tree preservation plan may be necessary during the course of construction. In such instances, the developer or property owner shall not remove, or otherwise adversely affect, any trees designated for preservation prior to site inspection and/or
Environment & Natural Resources
Deerfield·21.30
Tree Preservation Plan Required For Demolition, Lot Redevelopment, And Lot Improvement:
Summary
This section requires property owners to submit a tree inventory and preservation plan for demolition, lot redevelopment, or improvement permits. The plan must detail how protected and adjacent trees will be protected from damage using specified measures.
Section Text
condition to the issuance of a demolition permit, grading permit, or a building permit, an owner is required to submit a tree inventory and tree preservation plan that includes the following information and detail as specified by the village manager or his/her designee:
(a) All protected trees on the site and all public trees in the public right of way adjacent to the site which are to be preserved shall be protected from unreasonable damage by the use of acceptable...tree protection measures in accordance with a tree preservation plan approved by the village forester. Such fencing shall remain in place during construction, and removed as authorized by the village forester at the completion of construction.
(b) All protected trees on property adjacent to the site that are within ten feet (10') of a property line shared with the site, or that have a critical root zone extending into the site, shall be protected from unreasonable damage
Environment & Natural Resources
Deerfield·21.30
Tree Preservation Plan Required For Demolition, Lot Redevelopment, And Lot Improvement:
Summary
This section requires property owners to submit a tree inventory and preservation plan for demolition, lot redevelopment, or improvement permits. The plan must detail how protected and adjacent trees will be protected from damage using specified measures.
Section Text
condition to the issuance of a demolition permit, grading permit, or a building permit, an owner is required to submit a tree inventory and tree preservation plan that includes the following information and detail as specified by the village manager or his/her designee:
(a) All protected trees on the site and all public trees in the public right of way adjacent to the site which are to be preserved shall be protected from unreasonable damage by the use of acceptable...tree protection measures in accordance with a tree preservation plan approved by the village forester. Such fencing shall remain in place during construction, and removed as authorized by the village forester at the completion of construction.
(b) All protected trees on property adjacent to the site that are within ten feet (10') of a property line shared with the site, or that have a critical root zone extending into the site, shall be protected from unreasonable damage
Environment & Natural Resources
Inverness·8.6.5
Removal Of Protected Private Trees
Summary
This section mandates the replacement of protected private trees removed or seriously damaged during construction or regulated activities, outlining a specific replacement schedule based on the removed tree's diameter and requiring replacement trees to meet minimum size and species requirements.
Section Text
bicolor)
Oak, white (Quercus alba)
Pagodatree, Japanese (Sophora japonica)
Pecan (Carya illinoensis)
Sourgum, black gum, or tupelo (Nyssa sylvatica)
Tuliptree (Liriodendron tulipifera)
Yellowwood (Cladrastis lurea)
Other species shall require the specific written concurrence of the approval authority.
D. Amended Tree Preservation Plan: Removal of, or other regulated activity otherwise adversely affecting protected private trees designated for preservation by a tree preservation plan shall be allowed only by amending such plan and with the approval of the village administrator. The amended...tree preservation plan shall indicate the location, species and size of all replacement trees consistent with the requirements for a tree preservation plan as set forth in this chapter.
E. In The Field Adjustments: In the field adjustments to trees designated for preservation on the tree preservation plan may be necessary during the course of construction. In such instances, the developer or property owner shall not remove, or otherwise adversely affect, any protected private trees designated for preservation prior
Environment & Natural Resources
Glencoe·31.3.3
Tree Preservation And Protection
Summary
This section mandates compliance with existing village tree preservation regulations and establishes additional standards for protecting trees and vegetation during construction within subdivisions. These standards include protective fencing, utility routing, watering, paving limitations, and site monitoring.
Section Text
comprehensive plan ordinance recognizes that trees and mature landscaping, as well as the ecology of the community, are important characteristics of the village and should be preserved and protected. In furtherance thereof, the village enacted tree preservation regulations in article III of chapter 34 of the Glencoe village code. All subdivisions shall comply with the village's tree preservation regulations in article III of chapter 34.
(b) In additional to complying with article III of chapter 34 of the Glencoe...village code, an applicant shall preserve and protect trees and other vegetation during construction activity on the subject property, in accordance with an approved tree preservation plan and the following standards:
(1) Applicant shall provide protective fencing around trees in order to shield the root systems from vehicle compaction, excavation and stockpiling of construction materials;
(2) Applicant shall auger or route sewer, water, electric, gas and other utilities so as to maintain a minimum distance of 15 feet from
Subdivisions & Development
Hickory Hills·39.01
Tree Preservation
Summary
This section establishes standards for preserving, protecting, and enhancing the urban forest on public land and sets tree preservation standards for development, construction, and redevelopment. It recognizes the collective benefits of trees to the community, including environmental, aesthetic, and economic advantages.
Section Text
recognize the services and function that trees provide as a collective asset to the entire community and to state the goals of the City with respect to the protection, preservation, care and planting of trees on public lands and tree preservation standards for development, construction and re-development.
Specific goals of this section are to:
A. Protect, preserve and enhance the quality of life and general welfare of the City, its residents and its property owners; and conserve and enhance...City’s natural, physical and aesthetic environment.
B. Preserve, protect and enhance the urban forest to ensure that trees are properly planted and maintained within the City so that trees can protect, enhance and preserve the quality of life for people within the City.
C. Recognize that 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.
(1) Trees absorb pollution from
Environment & Natural Resources
South Barrington·4.6.9.7
Legacy Tree Preservation
Summary
This section establishes the designation of "Legacy Trees" within South Barrington and outlines requirements for their preservation. Removal of a Legacy Tree requires a permit and potentially a special hearing, while adjacent construction necessitates a Tree Preservation Plan.
Section Text
this Section.
B. Removal of a Legacy Tree requires a Tree Removal Permit and may require a special hearing with the Tree Board and Village Board.
C. Construction, development and/or any grading adjacent to a Legacy Tree requires a Tree Preservation Plan
Health & Sanitation
Evergreen Park·21.126
Tree Preservation
Summary
This article establishes standards for the preservation, protection, and enhancement of Evergreen Park's urban forest, particularly on public land, and sets guidelines for tree preservation during development and construction processes.
Section Text
recognize the services and function that trees provide as a collective asset to the entire community and to state the goals of the Village with respect to the protection, preservation, care and planting of trees on public lands and tree preservation standards for development, construction and re-development.
(c) Specific goals of this article are to:
(1) Protect, preserve and enhance the quality of life and general welfare of the Village, its residents and its property owners; and conserve...enhance the Village's natural, physical and aesthetic environment.
(2) Preserve, protect and enhance the urban forest to ensure that trees are properly planted and maintained within the Village so that trees can protect, enhance and preserve the quality of life for people within the Village.
(3) Recognize that trees are an integral part of the infrastructure of the Village and as such should be preserved, protected and cared for as other critical Village infrastructure.
(i) Trees absorb pollution from
Environment & Natural Resources
Morton Grove·12.11.6
Tree Preservation
Summary
This section states the Village's recognition of trees as a community asset and encourages their preservation. It directs that all trees to be preserved must comply with a specific chapter on tree preservation within the code.
Section Text
better preserve and protect the urban forest as critical infrastructure. The preservation and utilization of a property's natural trees and shrubbery are hereby encouraged. All trees which are to be preserved shall comply with title 7, chapter 2, "Tree Preservation", of this code
Zoning & Land Use
Harvard·11.9
TREE PRESERVATION
Section Text
Tree preservation is regulated by a separate chapter of the Harvard Municipal Code
Zoning & Land Use
Westmont·80.44
Heritage tree preservation and maintenance
Summary
This section outlines criteria for evaluating and preserving heritage trees, emphasizing the preservation of tree clusters and their understory. It also specifies that the maintenance of these trees should generally align with American National Standards Institute (ANSI) specifications.
Section Text
Heritage trees to be saved shall be evaluated by considering preserving clusters of trees and their understory, species and condition (maintain slower growing trees in good condition), long-term suitability of the tree for its present location, length of time to mitigate losses, cost of mitigating tree losses, and related factors.
(b) Heritage trees to be preserved shall generally be maintained in a manner consistent with the applicable specifications of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI
Wood Dale·17.602
Tree Preservation Standards
Summary
This ordinance establishes standards for tree preservation during development in Wood Dale, requiring existing trees to be maintained and protected from construction activities, including restrictions on equipment, material storage, and grade changes near trees.
Section Text
drip line.
5. Tree Trunks and Branches: Tree trunks and branches shall be protected when construction must occur within a tree drip line.
6. Grade Changes: No grade changes shall be allowed under drip line of any trees designated for preservation.
7. Root Pruning/Thinning: To improve the survival rate of trees, root pruning and/or thinning should be performed in accordance with the latest edition of the American National Standards Institute for Tree, Shrub, and Other Woody Plant Management- Standard Practices
Environment & Natural Resources
Streamwood·10.6.9
Preservation Planting, Maintenance, Replacement And Removal Of Trees
Summary
This section requires a permit for any disturbance of trees on private or village property and mandates the replacement of trees destroyed by accidents. It also outlines requirements for tree surveys in proposed developments, including identifying trees by size and species, and allows for modifications to projects to preserve significant trees.
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times their total diameter with trees of the same species ranging in diameter from one and one-half inch (1 1 / 2 ") to four inches (4").
Any trees removed during construction will be replaced based on the percentage of trees preserved at the start of construction.
4. Building Activity Area: The building activity area shall be the area where building activity may take place and shall be as small as possible.
5. Trees Saved: All trees designated to be saved...maximum of ten feet (10') shall be fenced as soon as the tree removal is completed. The limits of the fence shall be as directed by the village. No equipment, material, spoils or construction vehicles are permitted in the tree preservation area. No work may be done on the lot until the fence is installed. The fence shall remain in place until the building is completed.
The village shall have the authority to stop work
Subdivisions & Development
Lake Villa·5.1.4.1
Trees And Woodlands Protection
Summary
This section outlines the purpose and intent of the Trees and Woodlands Protection ordinance, aiming to preserve, protect, plant, and maintain trees within Lake Villa. It establishes a general scope that applies to any activity involving the removal of live trees with a diameter breast height of six inches or more, as well as areas seeking annexation.
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tree is likely to die or become diseased.
e. Removal will avoid or alleviate an economic or health hardship of another nature on the property.
f. Removal is consistent with good forestry practice.
g. Removal will enhance a tree preservation area and the health of the remaining trees.
2. Exceptions: The permit requirements set forth in subsection D1 of this section shall not apply to:
a. Emergencies involving, but not limited to, tornadoes, windstorms, floods, freezes or other natural disasters...section shall conform to the "American Standard For Nursery Stock" as approved by the American Standards Institute, Inc. (or equivalent nationally recognized standard, as may be chosen by the village).
2. Preservation Techniques: The technique to be used to preserve trees and woodlands during construction shall be stated in the tree/woodland plan. The preservation technique employed shall be approved by the building department and shall be sufficient to preserve the life of the trees and/or woodland, and shall include
Streets & Public Property
Geneva·11.10A-13
AMENDMENTS TO AN APPROVED TREE PRESERVATION PLAN
Summary
This section outlines the process for amending an approved tree preservation plan in Geneva. Amendments require a written request and are subject to approval by the Director of Community Development, who can grant them based on new facts, changed conditions creating hardship, or when a protected tree requires removal due to good forestry standards.
Section Text
applicant may request, in writing, to the community development department an amendment to an approved tree preservation plan. Subject to the limitations set forth herein, an amendment to the tree preservation plan shall be subject to approval by the director of the community development department.
B. The director of community development may approve an amendment to an approved tree preservation plan upon submission of new facts or changed conditions, which are not within the control of the applicant and have...created a hardship in complying with the approved tree preservation plan. Where, in the opinion of the director of community development, a protected tree has been damaged to the extent that its removal is required by good forestry standards, the director of the community development department shall provide to the applicant written authorization for such removal
Zoning & Land Use
Winfield·11.3.1
General Provisions
Summary
This section establishes general provisions for subdivisions in Winfield, requiring conformance to various village ordinances, plans, and external regulations. It also outlines conditions under which undevelopable land can be subdivided or developed.
Section Text
development.
2. Preservation Of Existing Trees: The petitioner shall not remove trees from the subject property during the annexation or subdivision approval process. When parcels proposed for development include trees measuring six inches (6") in caliper or larger, a tree preservation and protection plan shall be prepared and submitted to the village for review and approval (by the village administrator), and shall include the following:
a. Show the location, size, condition and species of all existing trees within the construction...removed. Any tree within fifteen feet (15') of trench or building pad will be assumed as unsalvageable due to construction anticipated root and canopy disturbance.
c. Identify the means and methods to be used for protecting and preserving trees designated to be saved.
d. All planned unit developments and special uses shall conform to the village's tree preservation ordinance (section 10-2-15 of this code).
3. Evaluation Of Existing Trees And Tree Protection:
a. The ability to save
Subdivisions & Development
Geneva·11.10A-11
MONITORING OF APPROVED TREE PRESERVATION PLANS
Summary
This section mandates that all land development must adhere to an approved tree preservation plan. It also outlines that a stop work order can be issued by the building commissioner if an applicant fails to comply with such a plan, and will remain in effect until compliance is achieved.
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land development shall be prosecuted in accordance with the approved tree preservation plan. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to fail to comply with the terms of the tree preservation plan if approved as part of an approved site plan, final subdivision plat or final planned unit development plan approval.
B. A stop work order may be issued by the building commissioner if an applicant fails to comply with an approved tree preservation plan. The stop...work order shall remain in force until the applicant complies with the approved tree preservation plan
Zoning & Land Use
Hinsdale·7.2.9
Landmark Tree Preservation Plan
Summary
This ordinance requires permit applicants for significant construction or demolition projects in Hinsdale to submit a landmark tree preservation plan. The plan must detail the location of trees, proposed protection measures, and root protection zones.
Section Text
proposes to demolish a principal structure or a detached garage or includes construction that will add six hundred (600) square feet or more of gross floor area to a principal structure or a detached garage, shall include a landmark tree preservation plan as part of the application. The tree preservation plan shall include a site plan of the property of a scale not less than one inch equals twenty feet (1" = 20'), which plan shall be graphically and accurately marked...protective fencing, augering of utility lines (to improve tree survivability), and similar measures;
I. A clear delineation of the perimeters of each construction activity area and each root protection area; and
J. A certification from an arborist that the tree preservation plan incorporates all reasonable steps necessary to minimize damage to trees on property adjacent to the property. (Ord. O2011
Environment & Natural Resources
Hinsdale·7.2.9
Landmark Tree Preservation Plan
Summary
This ordinance requires permit applicants for significant construction or demolition projects in Hinsdale to submit a landmark tree preservation plan. The plan must detail the location of trees, proposed protection measures, and root protection zones.
Section Text
proposes to demolish a principal structure or a detached garage or includes construction that will add six hundred (600) square feet or more of gross floor area to a principal structure or a detached garage, shall include a landmark tree preservation plan as part of the application. The tree preservation plan shall include a site plan of the property of a scale not less than one inch equals twenty feet (1" = 20'), which plan shall be graphically and accurately marked...protective fencing, augering of utility lines (to improve tree survivability), and similar measures;
I. A clear delineation of the perimeters of each construction activity area and each root protection area; and
J. A certification from an arborist that the tree preservation plan incorporates all reasonable steps necessary to minimize damage to trees on property adjacent to the property. (Ord. O2011
Environment & Natural Resources
McHenry·8.3C-8
Tree Preservation Plan Criteria
Summary
This section outlines the criteria for approving a tree preservation plan in McHenry. It covers general design, planting, protection of existing trees during construction, tree ratios, replacement provisions, and environmental considerations.
Section Text
Following is the criteria for approving a tree preservation plan:
A. General design.
B. Planting specifications.
C. Extent of existing tree coverage and consideration that reasonable efforts are being taken to retain existing trees.
D. Techniques for the preservation and protection of existing trees during construction.
E. Ratio of nondeciduous to deciduous trees.
F. Provisions for replacing destroyed or damaged trees and the planting of additional trees where desirable.
G. General environmental considerations.
(1987 Code
Streets & Public Property
Olympia Fields·6.101
Tree preservation and protection; intent and purpose
Summary
This section establishes the village's public policy to increase and preserve its tree population. The intent is to maintain existing trees and plant new ones to enhance the quality of life, general welfare, and the village's unique character.
Section Text
tree population within the village, and to maintain to the greatest extent possible, existing trees within the village. The planting of additional trees and the preservation of existing trees is intended to accomplish the following objectives:
To preserve trees as an important public resource enhancing the quality of life and the general welfare of the village and its residents and enhancing the village's unique character and physical, historical and esthetic environment
Environment & Natural Resources
Carpentersville·16.80.200
Tree preservation methodology
Summary
This section mandates clear specification of tree preservation methods within development plans. It also outlines consequences for non-compliance, including withholding or revoking land development permits if necessary precautions are not taken.
Section Text
methods which are to be used to preserve those trees shall be clearly specified.
If, in the opinion of the village engineer or his or her authorized designee, the necessary precautions, as specified in the tree preservation plan for development, were not undertaken before or during construction to ensure the preservation of those trees, the land development permit for the parcel shall not be issued, or if previously issued, may be revoked until such time as compliance with the precautions
Zoning & Land Use
Minooka·7.5.11
Site Development On Private Property
Summary
This section requires individuals undertaking site development on private property to undergo a review by a village arborist if their work could impact critical root zones of legacy trees on private property or trees on public property. The arborist will inspect the site and determine the likelihood of negative impacts on public trees, dictating whether development can proceed.
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writing to that effect and deliver a copy of said determination to the person that requested the site inspection. Thereafter, the site development may not proceed unless and until (i) the owner of the property in question submits a tree preservation plan to the village and (ii) the village approves said tree preservation plan and issues a tree permit authorizing the site development.
C. Every tree preservation plan required by this section shall be submitted to the Public Works Department...written determination; and
3. A list of all protective measures that will be employed to prevent or mitigate as much as possible any negative impact upon the tree(s) identified in the village arborist’s written determination.
Every tree preservation plan so submitted must be developed in consultation with a licensed or certified arborist and shall bear such arborist’s signature and certification. The village reserves the right to require that additional protective measures be added to a tree preservation
Health & Sanitation
Libertyville·26.13.2
Perimeter landscaped open space
Summary
This section mandates perimeter landscaped open space for various zoning districts in Libertyville, specifying different width requirements based on the district and adjacent land uses.
Section Text
materials;
(2) There is no significant change in size or location of plant materials; and
(3) The plant materials proposed for substitution have similar general design characteristics (mature height, crown spread) as the materials being replaced.
(e) Credit for tree preservation. Preservation of existing healthy trees and natural landscape features on a site is encouraged. The number of new plant materials, as specified in subsection 26-13-2.2(a), may be reduced when existing trees of a desirable species...feet in height or greater (evergreen), shall be as follows, but in no instance shall a developer or property owner receive greater than a maximum of fifty (50) percent credit towards the number of required trees:
CREDIT FOR TREE PRESERVATION
Size of Preserved Tree Tree Credit
1 shade or single stem ornamental tree, 6" to 12" caliper or 1 evergreen tree or multiple stem ornamental, 6' to 12' in height 3 trees
1 shade or single stem ornamental tree, more