§ 17-11. Exemptions.

The following are exempt from the provisions of this article:

(1)

Any tree growing in a botanical garden, or a licensed plant or tree nursery business.

(2)

When the city manager or designee determines, in writing, that tree permitting requirements will impede private or public work to restore city order after a declared state of emergency by the city commission.

(3)

The immediate removal of any tree that presents a life safety issue, by demonstrating to the city, following the review and recommendation of the department, which may require photographic proof revised and/or other supporting documentation, to help determine the condition of the tree prior to its removal.

(4)

Nothing in this article shall be construed to prevent the pruning or trimming of trees where necessary for proper landscape maintenance and safety, provided that the pruning or trimming of trees is done in accordance with ANSI A-300 Tree Care Standards and the guidelines illustrated in the landscape manual.

(Ord. No. 13670, § 2, 3-23-17)