Ordinances-2017-394 - Zoning Code Amendment - Section 16

2. For lease lot developments, trees must be planted at a ratio of one tree for every lease lot in the development. Any combination of small and large trees is allowed, provided this coverage ratio is met. B. Reductions and Substitutions: 1. Trees planted to meet the requirements of section 16.07, "Street Tree Requirements", of this section may also be used to fulfill the requirements of this section. 2. Existing trees preserved according to the provisions of section 16.06, "Preservation of Existing Trees", of this section may be used to fulfill the requirements of this section. 16.09 TREES AND PLANT MATERIALS A. Forestry Administration: City Staff shall have the authority to regulate the planting, maintenance and removal of trees and plant materials on streets and public places in order to ensure public safety and protect public places. B. Container Planting: 1. Approval and Permit required: No person shall establish a container either above or below ground for trees and plant materials on public places without approval of the city council. Following city council approval, a permit will be issued by the city. Containers and their maintenance become the responsibility of the abutting property owner. 2. Maintenance Required; Notice to Remove or Replant: All containers and trees and plant materials shall be maintained to quality and design standards as required by the City. Failure to properly maintain containers and trees and plant materials may result in a notice to replant or remove to be issued in writing by city staff. Failure to comply with the written notice may result in the city’s removing, with costs to be assessed against the abutting property owner, after written notice in the same manner as a property tax as provided in chapter 364, code of Iowa as amended. C. Felling trees in public places: Trees or branches which are felled or trimmed into public places must be removed as directed by the city manager or designee. D. Damage to trees or plant materials prohibited: