§ 5.01.01. Purpose.

The purpose of this division is to:

(1)

Sustain the forest canopy and the urban forest of the town for future generations.

(2)

Establish rules and regulations governing the protection of trees within the town.

(3)

Preserve the proliferation of trees as well as their replacement within the town.

(4)

Maintain public and private trees in a healthy and non-hazardous condition through good arboricultural practices.

(5)

Establish and maintain appropriate diversity in tree species and age classes to provide a stable and sustainable urban forest.

(6)

Minimize the removal of protected trees.

(7)

Require compensation for the loss of protected, heritage and historic trees in all stages of maturity on public and private property.

(8)

Preserve the community's character and quality of life well into the future.

(Ord. No. 2014-16, § 1, 12-9-2014)