Does the Street Department cut down trees that are located between the sidewalk and curb?
A. The Street Department will assist in the removal of a tree when it is dead and is considered a possible public safety hazard. The property owner must call the Street Department and give the information needed for the Street Manager to check the seriousness of the hazard. Otherwise, the property owner is responsible for the removal of any tree located between the sidewalk and curb as stated in the Code of Ordinances, Section 24-69 which reads as follows: The street lawn constitutes vegetated easements or rights-of-way dedicated to public use which exist between lot lines and street pavement. The upkeep and care of the street lawn shall be the responsibility of the owner or proprietor of property abutting thereon…
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