§ 7-3.09. Parkway trees: Placement.  


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  • Unless otherwise provided in this Code, there shall be one or more parkway trees for each lot frontage, and they shall be spaced not less than fifty (50′) feet, nor more than sixty (60′) feet, apart. At least two (2) trees shall be planted at corner lots. Subject to modification by the Director, clearance shall be provided from other facilities as follows:

    (a)

    Fifteen (15′) feet from street light standards;

    (b)

    Ten (10′) feet from fire hydrants and alleys;

    (c)

    Five (5′) feet from service walks and driveways;

    (d)

    Five (5′) feet from water meters and/or utility vaults;

    (e)

    Thirty-five (35′) feet from the prolongation of the near side curb of the cross street at intersections; and

    (f)

    The distance from the curb face shall be determined by the Director, considering the species of the trees and the width of the parkways.

(§ 1, Ord. 1020, eff. June 10, 2002, § 9103-3, S.V.M.C., as added by § 1, Ord. 204)