Tree Preservation Ordinance exemptions for single-family homes
Summary
The city was considering exempting single-family properties from its tree preservation ordinance, which currently restricts tree removal. Homeowners would gain flexibility, but protections would remain on open space, slope, and HOA-maintained areas.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
The council had allocated about $20,000 in the budget for tree planting.
Homeowners who want to remove or trim trees on their own property without a city permit.
Residents who value current tree protections may worry about canopy loss in neighborhoods.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council Special Meeting - Nov 9, 2026
The city was considering exempting single-family properties from its tree preservation ordinance, which currently restricts tree removal. Homeowners would gain flexibility, but protections would remain on open space, slope, and HOA-maintained areas.
City Council Meeting - Jan 13, 2026
Former Councilman John Ebiner and a friend spent months cataloging 235+ planting spots across seven neighborhoods and shared the spreadsheet with the city. The council asked staff to schedule a study session within the next month or so comparing the list with the city's own tree-planting priorities.
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