PROTECTING TREES
Did you know that the trees on your residential lot may belong to the City if they are in the easement? Trees are a valuable City asset. If your project damages a public tree, your project will be charged for the damage.
Depending on the damage, the tree may need to be removed. You will be responsible for both the cost of removal and the asset value of the tree. Some larges elms are worth more than $30,000.
The Tree Protection Brochure is a good resource for more information.