SUMMARY <br /> Non -Hai ni s T h e e Removal Policy <br /> Intent of Policy <br /> To provide standing to municipal trees when in conflict with construction. <br /> To provide a uniform approach for the City when an existing municipal tree is in the <br /> way of development from either the City or private interests. <br /> Contents Summary <br /> This policy will require that a contractor find alternatives constructions methods to <br /> preserve municipal trees. If the cost of a reasonable tree saving method is much <br /> greater than the value of the tree, the tree may be removed. In addition, the contractor <br /> must provide full value compensation of the tree to the City. <br /> The policy provide documentation (recording keeping), posting, and public inquiry <br /> provisions similar to those in the "Large, Hazard Tree Policy." <br /> policy\nonhaz.sum 9/13/94 <br />