2839-24 Draft Amended Tree Removal Ordinance 4876-5203-6254 v.1 (1.17.24).pdf

10 severally responsible for any costs associated with the removal of the Property Line Tree(s) and any replacement costs. If a Property Line Tree is unlawfully removed, both owners of the Lots where the Property Line Tree is located can be held liable pursuant to Chapter XXX, § 10. § ___-5: Application Procedure for Tree Removal and Replacement Permits 2839. Every application for a tree removal and replacement permit shall be made by submission of the following: 2839. Tree Removal and Replacement Application. The Applicant or Applicant’s representative shall arrange for an informal in-person inspection with the Township Forester. The Applicant shall clearly mark the trunk of each tree proposed to be removed at the height of four and one-half (4.5) feet above the ground so that such tree or trees may be inspected more easily by the Township Forester at any time after the initiation of the application procedure set forth herein. The Township Forester will explain this portion of the Ordinance and provide advice as to the condition, value and recommended care of other trees on the Applicant’s Lot to satisfy the educational purpose of the Chapter. Upon request, the Township Forester shall assist any Applicant with completing the Tree Removal and Replacement Application required by this section. If the tree replacement is to be done on-site, a survey (not more than one (1) year old) must be attached to the application to show the exact location of the replacement tree(s). The Township Forester’s inspection shall confirm the location of the tree or trees sought to be removed, the reason for the application, and advise the Applicant whether the Tree Removal and Replacement Permit would be granted or denied based on the prohibitions contained in this ordinance. 2. An Applicant must submit to the Township Forester a Tree Removal and Replacement Application on forms provided by the Township. The Township Forester may request additional information to process the application. 3. The Tree Removal Neighbor Notification Form must be submitted to the Township with the Tree Removal and Replacement Application. The form shall be submitted in accordance herewith to all neighboring property owners within 200-feet of the Applicant(s)’s property line via certified mail. The Applicant shall submit a written certification confirming the same. Failure to provide notice under this

ing property owners within 200-feet of the Applicant(s)’s property line via certified mail. The Applicant shall submit a written certification confirming the same. Failure to provide notice under this section shall be deemed a violation subject to enforcement under Chapter XXX, § 10. b. The fees associated with the filing of a Tree Removal and Replacement Application shall be prescribed by Resolution, but shall be no less than $100 per application A Tree Removal and Replacement Application for a development application shall be prescribed by Resolution but no less than $1,000 per application.