Alsip § 17.61 Section Definitions This section provides definitions for terms used within the Alsip ordinance concerning the planting, maintenance, and removal of public trees and shrubs. It defines various tree sizes, types of trees, and relevant village officials and entities. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 17.72 Health & Sanitation Section Emerald Ash Borer infested trees declared a public nuisance This ordinance declares ash trees infested with the Emerald Ash Borer a public nuisance and mandates their removal within 30 days of notification. It also prohibits the movement of infested trees or parts outside a quarantine area to prevent further spread. View in Alsip’s full code →
Arlington Heights § Section 20.617 Environment & Natural Resources Section Disposition of Trees This ordinance makes it unlawful for property owners in Arlington Heights to maintain Elm or Ash trees or wood that are identified as a public nuisance. Owners are required to promptly remove and dispose of these trees and wood under the direction of the Director of Public Works. View in Arlington Heights’s full code →
Bannockburn § 216.13 Section Tree preservation and/or removal plan for removals, construction and/or development This section outlines the requirements for a Tree Preservation Plan submitted by applicants seeking tree permits for construction or development. The plan must detail how construction will minimize tree damage and removal, complying with the chapter's intent and the Urban Forest Management Plan, and includes specific information to be shown on the plan drawings. View in Bannockburn’s full code →
Bannockburn § 216.14 Section Nuisance trees This section defines nuisance trees as dead, declining, or infested trees that pose a risk to surrounding property or other trees. Property owners are responsible for removing such trees, with the village having the authority to remove them and charge the owner if they fail to comply. View in Bannockburn’s full code →
Bannockburn § 216.15 Section Invasive species control This section outlines the process for removing invasive woody plants, requiring a tree permit and establishing conditions for waiving reforestation and fee-in-lieu requirements. If removal impacts property opacity within a bufferyard, a reforestation plan and subsequent planting are mandated. View in Bannockburn’s full code →
Bannockburn § 216.17 Section Tree permit procedure This section outlines the procedure for obtaining a tree removal permit in Bannockburn, requiring an application, inspection by the Village Forester, and potentially a tree preservation plan for significant removals or development projects. Decisions are to be made within 10 working days, with extensions for larger projects. View in Bannockburn’s full code →
Bannockburn § 216.18 Section Permit issuance and requirements This section mandates that any person undertaking a use change on a property must first obtain a valid tree permit. It outlines the application requirements, including details about the property, existing trees, potential damage, and a tree preservation plan. View in Bannockburn’s full code →
Bannockburn § 216.24 Section Exceptions and emergencies This section allows for the waiver of tree removal requirements in emergency situations caused by weather or other casualty conditions when a tree poses an immediate threat to health, safety, or property. Waivers can be granted by specific village officials. View in Bannockburn’s full code →
Bannockburn § 216.28 Section Applicability This section establishes that Chapter 216, concerning Trees and Woodland Protection and Preservation, applies to all tree permit applications submitted on or after May 13, 2024. It also lists general references to other relevant chapters within the Bannockburn municipal code. View in Bannockburn’s full code →
Bannockburn § 216.7 Section Tree protection This section prohibits the removal or injury of trees without a permit and requires a Tree Preservation Plan for construction activities, with specific protection measures outlined for heavy equipment use and tree protection installation. View in Bannockburn’s full code →
Bannockburn § 216.8 Section Tree removal This section of the Bannockburn ordinance establishes that any tree removal exceeding two inches in DBH impacts the entire Village and requires a permit. It outlines specific procedures for removing hazardous or diseased trees on private property, allowing for waiver of certain plans and fees under specific conditions. View in Bannockburn’s full code →
Barrington § 3.20.1 Business & Licensing Section Registration required This ordinance requires individuals or businesses to register with the village before engaging in tree removal, trimming, spraying, or treatment services. View in Barrington’s full code →
Barrington § 4.6B-5 Health & Sanitation Section Abatement by village; costs constitute a lien This ordinance allows the village of Barrington to remove diseased or infested elm and ash trees if the property owner cannot be found or refuses to act. The costs incurred by the village become a lien on the property, provided proper notice is given to the tax bill recipient. View in Barrington’s full code →
Barrington Hills § 4.6.3 Buildings & Construction Section Administration This section requires a Tree Removal Permit (TRP) for the destruction or removal of heritage trees in woodlands within Barrington Hills. It outlines exemptions for certain forestry management plans and large properties with approved tree preservation plans. View in Barrington Hills’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 →
Bartlett § 9.13.14 Buildings & Construction Section Tree Removal On Private Property This section grants the Village of Bartlett the authority to inspect dead, diseased, or infested trees on private property upon receiving a complaint. If the village forester recommends removal for public health, safety, and welfare, the property owner will be notified and given 30 days to comply, with failure resulting in penalties. View in Bartlett’s full code →
Bartlett § 9.2.18 Buildings & Construction Section Site Clearing Permit This section requires a site clearing permit for removing trees on undeveloped or vacant lots larger than two acres. It mandates a 50-foot tree preservation buffer along property lines abutting developed properties, with specific procedures for tree removal exceptions. View in Bartlett’s full code →
Batavia § 11.9.3 Subdivisions & Development Section Applicability This section requires a tree preservation or removal plan approved by the Planning and Zoning Officer for the removal of existing trees on development or redevelopment sites within Batavia. It exempts trees in the public right-of-way and those on existing single-family or two-family dwelling properties. View in Batavia’s full code →
Bellwood § 100.002 Environment & Natural Resources Section Regulated Activity This section defines various activities that are considered regulated under the Bellwood Tree Preservation subchapter, primarily focusing on activities that may damage or remove trees, as well as specific land development and permitting processes. View in Bellwood’s full code →
Bellwood § 100.003 Environment & Natural Resources Section Tree Permit This section requires a tree permit from the Comptroller for regulated activities, with specific provisions for utility companies seeking group permits for routine pruning. Exceptions are made for routine pruning by private property owners and for tree emergencies. View in Bellwood’s full code →
Bellwood § 100.004 Environment & Natural Resources Section Tree Permit Application Process This section outlines the application process for obtaining a tree permit in Bellwood, detailing the required information and the conditions under which a tree removal request may be approved by the Comptroller. View in Bellwood’s full code →
Bellwood § 100.005 Environment & Natural Resources Section Tree Emergency This section defines what constitutes a tree emergency, such as a tree being an imminent danger or needing removal for utility repairs. It outlines procedures for obtaining emergency permits for tree removal, including verbal permits and lawful removal without permission under specific circumstances. View in Bellwood’s full code →
Bellwood § 100.097 Environment & Natural Resources Section Owner/Occupant Responsibilities This section mandates that property owners or occupants remove elm trees infected with Dutch elm disease and ash trees infected with emerald ash borer upon discovery. It also requires property owners to trim or remove trees and limbs that cross property lines or obstruct views on sidewalks, parkways, streets, or highways as determined by the Building Department. View in Bellwood’s full code →
Bensenville § 10.9.2 Zoning & Land Use Section Tree Preservation This section requires a tree preservation and removal plan approved by the Zoning Administrator for the removal of existing trees in Bensenville, with exceptions for single-unit/two-unit dwellings. It outlines criteria for removing mature trees and mandates replacement rates for removed trees. View in Bensenville’s full code →
Bensenville § 8.10.7 Streets & Public Property Section Nuisance Trees On Private Property This ordinance grants the Village of Bensenville the right to compel the removal of hazardous or disease-carrying trees on private property. It outlines notification procedures, owner responsibility for removal within 60 days, and the Village's authority to remove trees and place liens if owners fail to comply, with a specific focus on Dutch Elm Disease and its rapid destruction requirements. View in Bensenville’s full code →
Berwyn § 1028.04 Environment & Natural Resources Section Removal Of Dead Trees And Limbs Overhanging Public Property; Removal Along State Or County Roads This section requires property owners to remove trees and limbs overhanging public property or state/county roads. The city will provide written notice, and if the owner fails to comply, the city may perform the removal and charge the owner the cost. View in Berwyn’s full code →
Bloomingdale § 11.16.3 Zoning & Land Use Section Tree Removal Permit Required; Exceptions This section requires a tree removal permit for cutting down certain live trees on specific types of properties, including nonresidential planned developments and large residentially zoned properties. It outlines the criteria for when a permit is needed based on tree diameter and aggregate size, and references penalties and emergency procedures in other sections. View in Bloomingdale’s full code →
Bloomingdale § 11.16.4 Zoning & Land Use Section Preservation And Removal Application Procedures And Requirements For Trees On Private Property This section outlines the procedures and requirements for obtaining a tree removal permit in Bloomingdale, particularly when rezoning, subdivision, site plan approval, or building permits are involved. It mandates that efforts be made to retain existing trees and requires a permit for any removal. View in Bloomingdale’s full code →
Bloomingdale § 11.16.8 Zoning & Land Use Section Appeals This section outlines the process for appealing decisions related to tree removal permits and permit suspensions under the Tree Preservation chapter. Appeals must be filed in writing with the Village Clerk within 30 days and are heard by the Planning and Zoning Commission, which makes the final administrative determination. View in Bloomingdale’s full code →