Antioch § 13.1.10 Section Tree Replacement Fund This section establishes a tree replacement fund, requiring developers/owners to deposit $250 per replacement tree into an escrow account. This fund is held for 24 months to ensure tree survival and is used solely for replacing nonsurviving trees. View in Antioch’s full code →
Antioch § 8.6.1 Environment & Natural Resources Section Findings And Purpose This section outlines the village's policy on tree replacement during public improvement projects, emphasizing the scenic, economic, and environmental benefits of trees and the necessity of a tree replacement program to safeguard the public and the environment for future generations. View in Antioch’s full code →
Bannockburn § 216.10 Section Tree replacement This section outlines the requirements for tree replacement when trees are removed or damaged, including the use of preferred species, posting reforestation security, adhering to reforestation plans, and timely replacement within the landscape season. View in Bannockburn’s full code →
Bannockburn § 216.20 Section Final inspection This section outlines the requirements for final approval of tree-related work under the Trees and Woodland Protection and Preservation chapter. It mandates a final inspection by the Village of Bannockburn after all relocation, replacement, or remediation is complete, and details conditions for deferring planting to the next season. View in Bannockburn’s full code →
Barrington Hills § 4.6.4 Buildings & Construction Section General Requirements This section outlines the conditions for granting a Tree Removal Permit (TRP) in Barrington Hills, requiring efforts to preserve woodlands and mandating replacement of heritage trees. It also details TRP expiration, certificate of compliance issuance, and an exception for temporary compliance. View in Barrington Hills’s full code →
Barrington Hills § 4.6.5 Buildings & Construction Section Construction Standards This section outlines construction standards for protecting heritage trees during development. It mandates adherence to the Tree Preservation Plan (TPP) to prevent damage and specifies requirements for replacing damaged or removed heritage trees. View in Barrington Hills’s full code →
Barrington Hills § 4.6.8 Buildings & Construction Section Tables This section defines "Heritage Trees" by listing specific species and their minimum diameter at breast height (dbh). It also outlines criteria for "Replacement Trees" and establishes a "Condition Rating" system for tree evaluation. View in Barrington Hills’s full code →
Batavia § 11.9.4 Subdivisions & Development Section Replacement Standards This section outlines the standards for replacing trees removed within Batavia's subdivisions, specifying where replacement trees must be planted, the required replacement rates based on tree caliper and desirability, and penalties for non-compliance, including fees-in-lieu and fines. View in Batavia’s full code →
Bellwood § 100.008 Environment & Natural Resources Section Replacement Requirements For Unauthorized Removal Of Trees This section outlines replacement requirements for unauthorized removal of deciduous trees in Bellwood. It specifies a caliper-based replacement ratio for trees and allows for shrubs as an alternative under certain conditions, with defined minimum sizes for both replacement trees and shrubs. View in Bellwood’s full code →
Bellwood § 100.009 Environment & Natural Resources Section Penalty Fee For Unauthorized Tree Removal This section establishes penalties for unauthorized tree removal in Bellwood. It mandates replacement of removed trees and imposes a $500 per tree fine on the property owner, with separate offenses for each tree and for each day a violation continues. It also allows for temporary work stoppages and requires public hearings for license/permit suspensions longer than 30 days. View in Bellwood’s full code →
Bloomingdale § 11.16.7 Zoning & Land Use Section Penalties This section outlines penalties for violating the Bloomingdale Tree Preservation chapter. It includes monetary penalties, requirements for replacement trees for unpermitted removals, and the Village's ability to suspend permits for non-compliance. View in Bloomingdale’s full code →
Brookfield § 58.135 Environment & Natural Resources Section Procedure This section outlines the procedure for the Tree Replacement Program, requiring property owners to deposit their proportionate share of the cost for replacement trees. After work completion, any excess deposit is refunded, and any deficiency is collected from participants. View in Brookfield’s full code →
Burbank § 4.29 Buildings & Construction Section Protection and replacement of trees This section requires that during construction, trees are protected from harm. If trees are destroyed, they must be replaced unless sufficient trees remain based on lot size, with specific requirements for replacement trees. View in Burbank’s full code →
Burnham § 102.34 Environment & Natural Resources Section Replacement trees This section establishes a requirement for applicants to replace each removed tree on a one-for-one basis, with specific guidelines on minimum size and approved species. Variations to this rule can be granted by the village president and board of trustees under special hardship conditions. View in Burnham’s full code →
Burnham § 102.61 Environment & Natural Resources Section Application This section outlines the mandatory requirements for submitting an application for a tree removal permit in Burnham. It specifies the form of the application, the information required, and the details concerning replacement trees. View in Burnham’s full code →
Carpentersville § 16.80.210 Zoning & Land Use Section Removal of trees designated for preservation This section outlines the tree replacement requirements when a preserved tree is destroyed during construction. It provides a tiered system based on the size of the removed tree, specifying the number of new trees required, with rules for handling fractional measurements. View in Carpentersville’s full code →
Cary § 12.20.200 Environment & Natural Resources Section Tree replacement/developed lot tree planting policy This section establishes the Village of Cary's policy regarding the replacement of dead or diseased trees, the removal and replacement of healthy trees, and the planting of new trees on developed lots. View in Cary’s full code →
Chicago § 10.32.090 Streets & Public Property Section Permit Fee. This section establishes a $20.00 fee for permits related to work described in Section 10-32-060, payable at the time of application. All other permits issued under this chapter are free of charge. View in Chicago’s full code →
Deerfield § 21.29 Environment & Natural Resources Section Action On Applications For Demolition, Lot Redevelopment Or Lot Improvement: This section outlines the process for obtaining demolition, grading, or building permits when public or protected trees are affected, requiring the submission of specific plans and fees, and establishing conditions for permit approval based on tree preservation and mitigation efforts. View in Deerfield’s full code →
Deerfield § 21.33 Environment & Natural Resources Section Mitigation Required For The Removal Of Protected Trees: This section requires owners to mitigate the removal or damage of public and protected trees, either by planting replacement trees according to specific rates or by paying a mitigation fee. Mitigation plans must be approved by the village forester. View in Deerfield’s full code →
Deerfield § 21.34 Environment & Natural Resources Section Mitigation Credit For The Elimination Of Rhamnus (Buckthorn): Property owners removing trees that require mitigation in Deerfield can receive a credit towards mitigation fees if they also eliminate invasive Buckthorn on the property. The credit amount is determined by the Village Forester based on the amount of Buckthorn removed. View in Deerfield’s full code →
Elgin § 19.16.050 Zoning & Land Use Section Removal and replacement standards This section establishes the basis for tree replacement in Elgin, linking it to condition ratings and species groups as determined by a certified arborist. It outlines the criteria for trees requiring replacement and specifies approved species groups for replacements. View in Elgin’s full code →
Elgin § 19.16.100 Zoning & Land Use Section Penalty This section outlines penalties for violating Elgin's Tree Preservation chapter, including fines for unauthorized tree removal, requirements for replacement trees, and the possibility of stop work orders and permit revocation. View in Elgin’s full code →
Elgin § 2.31.050 Administration & Government Section Grant program 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. View in Elgin’s full code →
Evanston § 7.8.8.7 Environment & Natural Resources Section TREE REPLACEMENT This section mandates the replacement of any protected tree damaged or removed during regulated activities. It outlines specific exemptions from this requirement, such as for dead, hazardous, or utility-conflicting trees. View in Evanston’s full code →
Evergreen Park § 21.133 Environment & Natural Resources Section Tree Replacement This ordinance section outlines requirements for tree replacement, including approved species, bond posting for damaged trees, and specific replacement ratios based on tree size and project type (commercial/multi-family vs. single-family). It also details timelines for replacement and potential extensions. View in Evergreen Park’s full code →
Evergreen Park § 21.140 Environment & Natural Resources Section Cash Bonds This section outlines the requirement for applicants to submit a cash bond to ensure the purchase and planting of replacement trees, and also establishes conditions for bond submission and release when tree damage results from code violations. View in Evergreen Park’s full code →
Geneva § 11.10A-12 Zoning & Land Use Section ACCIDENTAL DAMAGE OR REMOVAL OF TREES DESIGNATED FOR PRESERVATION This section requires applicants to replace trees designated for preservation that are accidentally damaged or removed during construction. Replacement ratios vary based on tree classification, with specific ratios for Class A and B trees and a two-for-one ratio for all other trees. View in Geneva’s full code →
Glencoe § 34.26 Environment & Natural Resources Section Tree Replacement Standards This section outlines the tree replacement obligations for applicants who are granted a tree permit to cut or destroy a priority tree. The village arborist determines the replacement method, which can include relocating smaller trees, paying a fee for village-installed replacement trees, or installing replacement trees on the applicant's property, with specific considerations for different priority tree types. View in Glencoe’s full code →
Glenview § 86.35 Environment & Natural Resources Section Tree value classes This section establishes four tree value classes (A, B, C, and N) based on aesthetic and ecological value, growth rate, and nuisance potential. It then classifies specific tree species into these value classes. View in Glenview’s full code →