A.
The spacing of public trees will be done in accordance with the criteria shown herein for the three size classifications listed in § 155-13B of this chapter.
B.
A public tree shall not be planted closer together than the space
as determined by accepted industry standards. Spacing requirements
shall also be dictated by the species of the tree to be planted, except
in special plantings approved by the Forestry Board and/or designed
and approved by a landscape architect or arborist.
C.
The distance a public tree may be planted from curbs, curblines, and sidewalks shall be in accordance with the three species size classes listed in § 155-13B of this chapter.
D.
A public tree shall not be planted closer to any curb or sidewalk
than is advisable for the healthy development of root structure and
preservation of surrounding infrastructure.
E.
A public tree shall not be planted where it will obstruct the sight
lines of vehicular traffic at any intersection or street corner.
F.
A public tree shall not be planted within 10 feet of any fire hydrants
or fireplug.
G.
A public tree shall not be planted under or within 10 feet and/or
a distance determined to be satisfactory by the utility company, professional
forester, or professional arborist of any overhead three-phase or
single-phase electric utility wire, except:
(1)
Those tree species designated as small trees by the Forestry Board.
