§ 17.21.3. Permit required for removal or destruction of a protected tree.

A.

When Required. No person may remove or destroy a protected tree without a Category I or Category II permit as provided in Sections 17.21.4 and 17.21.5.

B.

Exceptions. A permit is not required:

1.

When a hazardous or dangerous condition requires immediate action to protect life or property;

2.

Under emergency conditions when ordered by a fire official, the Public Works Director, Parks and Recreation Director or City Manager;

3.

For a city project on city property or for a city project within the public right-of-way;

4.

To maintain a firebreak between a mountainous area, forest covered land, brush covered land, grass covered land or land covered with flammable material as required by Public Resources Code Section 4291;

5.

To maintain an unobstructed flow of water for flood control safety in creek beds and waterways as determined by the City Engineer.

(Ord. 99-5 § 2 Exh. A (part))