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Dolton · 153.060

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and intent of the village's regulations concerning the construction of utility facilities in rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit, preserve the integrity and visual qualities of public spaces, and address various potential interferences and hazards.

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Purpose. The purpose of this subchapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the villages jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage and visual qualities of the village rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (B) Intent. In enacting this subchapter, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5)   Protect against increased storm water 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’s residential neighborhoods; (8)   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9)   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent
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Wilmington · 159.01

Purpose and scope

Summary

This chapter establishes policies and procedures for constructing facilities within Wilmington's public rights-of-way to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual quality of the city's public spaces and neighborhoods.

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Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the city's jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage and visual qualities of the city rights-of-way and the city as a whole. (B) Intent. In enacting this chapter, the city intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way within the city and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5) Protecting against increased storm water run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; (6) Preserving the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed; (7) Preserving open space, particularly the tree-lined parkways that characterize the city's neighborhoods; (8) Preventing visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assuring the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility
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Blue Island · 163.02

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and intent of the ordinance regarding the construction of utility facilities in the city's rights-of-way. It aims to ensure public benefit, preserve the integrity and safety of public spaces, and protect against various negative impacts of utility installations.

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Purpose. The purpose of this subchapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way within the city’s jurisdiction, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage and visual qualities of the city rights-of-way and the city as a whole. (B) Intent. In enacting this subchapter, the city intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the city and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5)   Protect against increased storm water 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 city’s residential neighborhoods; (8)   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9)   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent
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Itasca · 56.01

Purposes And Scope

Summary

This chapter establishes policies and procedures for constructing facilities on public rights-of-way in Itasca. Its purpose is to ensure public benefit by preserving the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the village's rights-of-way and overall community.

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Purpose . The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing certain types of facilities on rights-of-way 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 rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (B) Intent . In enacting this chapter, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village, and in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5) Protect against increased storm water 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's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent
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Lakemoor · 49.01

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This chapter establishes policies and procedures for constructing facilities in Lakemoor's public rights-of-way. Its intent is to ensure public benefit by preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of the village's rights-of-way, addressing issues like interference with traffic, utilities, and environmental protection.

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Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities in rights-of-way 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 rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (B) Intent. In enacting this chapter, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5)   Protect against increased storm water 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’s residential neighborhoods; (8)   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9)   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent
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Carol Stream · 12.5.1

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This article establishes policies and procedures for constructing facilities within Carol Stream's rights-of-way to ensure public benefit, preserve the integrity and safety of public spaces, and prevent various forms of interference and blight.

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Purpose. The purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way 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 rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (B) Intent. In enacting this article, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way located within the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5)   Protect against increased storm water 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's residential neighborhoods; (8)   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9)   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent
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Burnham · 82.241

Purpose and scope of article

Summary

This article establishes policies and procedures for the construction of utility facilities within Burnham's rights-of-way. Its purpose is to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of public spaces.

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Purpose. The purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way 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 rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (b) Intent. In enacting this article, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5) Protect against increased storm water 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's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent
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McCullom Lake · 16.1

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and intent of the chapter, which is to regulate the construction of facilities in public rights-of-way in McCullom Lake. It aims to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of the village's rights-of-way and the community as a whole.

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Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities in rights-of-way 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 rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (b) Intent. In enacting this chapter, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5) Protect against increased storm water 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's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent
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Glencoe · 30.72

Purpose And Scope

Summary

This section establishes the purpose and scope of the article, which is to set policies and procedures for constructing utility facilities in Glencoe's rights-of-way. The intent is to protect public safety, preserve the visual character of the village, and prevent interference with existing utilities and infrastructure.

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Purpose. The purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities on rights-of-way 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 rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (b) Intent. In enacting this article, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village and, in particular...trees, from the installation of utility facilities; (5)   Protect against increased storm water 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's residential neighborhoods; (8)   Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9)   Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent
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Burbank · 12.21

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section establishes policies and procedures for the construction of facilities within city rights-of-way, aiming to provide public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of these areas. It outlines the city's intent to regulate utility and wireless facilities, addressing potential interferences, hazards, environmental damage, and aesthetic concerns.

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Purpose. The purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities in rights-of-way located within the city, which will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the rights-of-way and the city as a whole. (b) Intent. In enacting this article, the city intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the city and, in particular, the use of the public...installation of utility and small wireless 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 city's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to facilities
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McCook · 70.91

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section outlines the purpose and intent of the ordinance, which is to establish uniform policies and procedures for constructing facilities within the village's rights-of-way. The goal is to ensure public benefit while preserving the integrity, safety, and visual qualities of the village and its public spaces.

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Purpose. The purpose of this article is to establish policies and procedures for constructing facilities in rights-of-way 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 rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (b) Intent. In enacting this article, the village intends to exercise its authority over the rights-of-way in the village and, in particular...installation of utility and small wireless 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's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to facilities
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Northbrook · 9.1

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section outlines the purposes and intent of the chapter, establishing the village's sole authority over its rights-of-way and setting standards for constructing facilities within them to ensure safety, public benefit, and preservation of the village's character.

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ensure that all activity within village rights-of-way will be safe and will not threaten public safety or welfare; and (3) to ensure that work within village rights-of-way will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the village rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (b) Intent. The intent of this chapter is to establish that the village has sole authority over its rights...Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that interfere with existing facilities or 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's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility facilities locations
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Northbrook · 9.1

Purpose and scope

Summary

This section outlines the purposes and intent of the chapter, establishing the village's sole authority over its rights-of-way and setting standards for constructing facilities within them to ensure safety, public benefit, and preservation of the village's character.

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ensure that all activity within village rights-of-way will be safe and will not threaten public safety or welfare; and (3) to ensure that work within village rights-of-way will provide public benefit consistent with the preservation of the integrity, safe usage, and visual qualities of the village rights-of-way and the village as a whole. (b) Intent. The intent of this chapter is to establish that the village has sole authority over its rights...Protect against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that interfere with existing facilities or 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's residential neighborhoods; (8) Prevent visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way; and (9) Assure the continued safe use and enjoyment of private properties adjacent to utility facilities locations
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Summit · 11.12.8

Landscape Plans

Summary

This section mandates that all building permit applications requiring landscaping must include a detailed landscape plan. The plan must specify site features, proposed landscaping, planting details, irrigation, and installation schedules.

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landscaping (trees, shrubs, groundcover) and the location and size of the proposed landscape areas; Planting details and specifications, including type of mulch and edging to be used in landscape areas; The method of protecting any existing trees and vegetation proposed to be preserved, including the identification of existing and finished contours illustrating the limits of grading near the drip line of any trees; The proposed irrigation plan for each required landscape area, including a list of abbreviations and symbols, water
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Mettawa · Section 5.102. Intent.
Summary

This section outlines the Village of Mettawa's intent to regulate the use of its rights-of-way, public ways, and Village-owned land, including parks, to establish uniform standards for utility facilities and public use. The primary goals are to prevent interference, obstructions, hazards, and environmental damage while preserving the character, open space, and safe enjoyment of these areas.

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other Village owned land; E.   Protecting against increased stormwater run-off due to structures and materials that increase impermeable surfaces; F.   Preserving the character of the neighborhoods in which facilities are installed and parks are located; G.   Preserving open space, including the tree-lined parkways that characterize the Village's residential neighborhoods; H. Preventing visual blight from the proliferation of facilities in the rights-of-way and upon Village owned land, including its parks; and I.   Assuring the continued safe
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Burr Ridge · 57.01

Purpose

Summary

This section outlines the purpose of the Burr Ridge ordinance, which is to enhance public aesthetics, promote healthy tree growth, protect public safety, and regulate tree activities on public and private property through permits and disease control measures.

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Burr Ridge and to ensure a proliferation of good quality, durable trees which will improve the environment, and in order to protect the public safety, it is the purpose of this Chapter: To regulate the planting, preservation and protection, and removal of trees along the public streets and parkways and other open areas of the Village, except as regulated by the Subdivision Regulations Ordinance of the Village of Burr Ridge, as well as on other municipally-owned property
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Berkeley · 8.3.1

Purpose

Summary

This chapter outlines the purpose of regulating trees and plants in public areas of Berkeley. It aims to enhance aesthetics, promote healthy tree growth, protect public safety, and prevent disease.

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village and to ensure a proliferation of good quality, durable trees which will improve the environment, and in order to protect the public safety, it is the purpose of this chapter: A.   To regulate the planting, preservation and protection, and removal of trees along the public streets and parkways of the village, except as regulated by the subdivision regulations ordinance of the village, as well as on other municipally owned property. B.   To provide for the issuance of permits
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Wilmette · 29.3

Definitions

Summary

This section defines key terms used in the chapter, primarily related to trees and their preservation. It provides specific measurements and criteria for tree characteristics and damage.

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death, likely death, loss in value, loss in aesthetic value, or substantial destruction of a tree, or causes the tree to become diseased or a hazard to persons or property, as determined by the Village Forester/Tree Preservation Officer. "Remove" or "Removal" of a tree shall be considered as "Damage" to a tree. DBH or diameter at breast height means the diameter of the trunk of the tree measured in inches at a point four and one-half feet above
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Riverside · 4.2.8

Protection Of Trees

Summary

This section mandates the installation of protective fencing around public trees located within ten feet of construction sites that require demolition, new principal structures, or additions. The fencing requirements vary based on the tree's location and the extent of its drip line onto public and private properties.

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public property, fencing is recommended along the drip line. See Figure 4 attached to Ordinance 2497. During construction, no excess soil, additional fill, equipment, liquids, or construction debris shall be placed within the dripline of any tree that is required to be preserved in its present location. The Village Forester or Director of Public Works or their representative must approve the installation of the fence. (B)   Driveway Replacement: No alternative tree protection measures are required if the replacement driveway
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Riverside · 4.2.8

Protection Of Trees

Summary

This section mandates the installation of protective fencing around public trees located within ten feet of construction sites that require demolition, new principal structures, or additions. The fencing requirements vary based on the tree's location and the extent of its drip line onto public and private properties.

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public property, fencing is recommended along the drip line. See Figure 4 attached to Ordinance 2497. During construction, no excess soil, additional fill, equipment, liquids, or construction debris shall be placed within the dripline of any tree that is required to be preserved in its present location. The Village Forester or Director of Public Works or their representative must approve the installation of the fence. (B)   Driveway Replacement: No alternative tree protection measures are required if the replacement driveway
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Lake Bluff · 10.11.2

Application And Enforcement Of Provisions

Summary

This section outlines the application and enforcement of tree protection provisions within Lake Bluff. It specifies that the village forester, with the building commissioner's assistance, is responsible for enforcement and details the authority for managing public trees, including requirements for contractors. It also allows for modification or waiver of certain submission requirements if consistent with the chapter's purposes.

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assistance of the building commissioner. This chapter applies simultaneously with other consistent provisions of this code as well as state and federal law. If any inconsistency exists, the provision resulting in the maximum protection and preservation of the highest quality of trees will govern. No permits or approvals granted under any village regulation other than this chapter will authorize the damage, removal, or replacement of any trees in a manner which is not consistent with the provisions of this chapter
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Mundelein · 16.23.010

Purpose

Summary

This section outlines the primary goals of the Mundelein Landscape Code, focusing on the preservation, protection, and maintenance of trees within village rights-of-way and newly annexed lands. It details a broad range of environmental, economic, and quality-of-life benefits derived from robust tree management.

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purpose of this chapter is to preserve, protect, and properly maintain all trees in the village right-of-way and on land to be annexed to the village with the intent to: A. Prevent the unnecessary destruction of trees in the village; B. Aid in the stabilization of soil by the prevention of erosion and sedimentation; C. Aid in the control of drainage and restoration of denuded soil subsequent to construction or grading; D. Reduce storm water runoff
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Evanston · 7.8.8.2

APPLICATION AND ENFORCEMENT OF PROVISIONS

Summary

This section outlines the general application and enforcement of tree preservation provisions within Evanston, establishing that it applies city-wide and supersedes other regulations in cases of conflict. It also grants the City Manager discretion to modify application requirements while maintaining consistency with the section's purposes.

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City Manager or his/her designee. This Section applies simultaneously with other consistent provisions of this Code as well as state and federal law. If any inconsistency exists, the provision resulting in the maximum protection and preservation of the highest quality of trees will govern. No construction and/or building permits or approvals granted under any City regulation other than this Section will authorize the damage, removal, or replacement of any trees in a manner which is not consistent with the provisions
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Park Ridge · 15.18.1

POLICY

Summary

This section establishes the policy of Park Ridge to preserve, protect, replace, and maintain trees on private property. It outlines the numerous public health, safety, and welfare benefits of trees while acknowledging private property rights.

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been determined that trees provide the following enhancements to the public health, safety and welfare: a. Enhance the scenic beauty of the City and its natural and unique environment. b. Enhance air quality by reducing and filtering air pollutants. c. Reduce topsoil erosion. d. Reduce stormwater runoff and replenish ground water supplies. e. Provide a buffer and screen against noise pollution. f. Reduce energy consumption by acting as a wind barrier and providing shade. g. Preserve and enhance nesting areas...assist in insect control. h. Protect and enhance property values. i. Protect and enhance the quality of life and general welfare of the City and its residents. Therefore, it is the policy of this Chapter to preserve, protect, replace and properly maintain trees on private property within the City while at the same time respecting the private property rights of Park Ridge landowners
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Lake Zurich · 7.6.1.2

Definitions

Summary

This section defines key terms related to tree management and construction activities within the Village of Lake Zurich. It clarifies roles, definitions of construction, damage, and cutting of trees, and the scope of authority for tree regulation.

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purpose of this chapter, the following terms have the meanings ascribed to them: AUTHORIZATION: The Director of Public Works or an authorized representative is hereby empowered to superintend, regulate the planting, preservation, protection, removal, and maintenance of trees on or over any street, right-of-way or other public property ("public way") under jurisdiction of the Village. The Village shall have the right to plant, prune, maintain and remove any and all plantings in public ways when the Village
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