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Ordinance No. 2019 Page 13 director shall inform him or her of the reason for the disconnection and of his or her right of appeal under this chapter. I. Amend Chapter 17.16 Tree Preservation as follows: (1) 17.16.006 Definitions. For the purpose of this chapter, certain words and terms used in this chapter are defined as follows: A. "Heritage tree" rneans any of the following: 1. Any single - thanked tree with a circumference of 55 inches or more measured four and one -half feet above ground level; 2. Any multi - trunked tree of which the two largest trunks have a circumference of 55 inches or more measured four and one -half feet above ground level; 3. Any tree 35 feet or more in height; 4. Any tree of particular historical significance specifically designated by official action; 5. A stand of trees, the nature of which makes each dependent upon the other for survival or the area's natural beauty. B. "Director" means the community development director or the director's designated representative. C. "Topping" means heading back of the crown and /or creating large stubs without regard to form. D. "Certified or consulting arborist" means an arborist who is registered with the International Society of Arboriculture and approved by the director. E. "Applicant" means the owner of improved property submitting an application to remove a Heritage tree(s) located upon said property. Only the property owner may apply to remove a Heritage tree(s) or appeal the Director's decision. F. "Significant impact" means an unreasonable interference with the normal and intended use of the property. In determining whether there is a significant impact, the typical longevity of the subject tree species, as well as the size of the tree relative to the property, shall be considered. Normal maintenance, including, but not limited to, pruning, and leaf removal and minor damage to paving shall not be considered when making a determination of significant impact. (2) amend Section 17.16.010 Permit – Required as follows: 17.16.010 Permit — Required. A. No person shall remove, destroy or disfigure, any heritage tree growing within the city without a permit except as provided in this chapter. B. Normal maintenance pruning of heritage trees shall not require a permit but shall in all cases be in conformance with the guidelines of the International Society of Arboriculture, Best Management Practices, Tree Pruning, current edition. Pruning