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be made in the manner provided for in Section 2-10.11 (Appeal to City Council). Section 2-17.09. Emergency. In case of emergency caused by the tree being in a hazardous or dangerous condition requiring immediate action for the safety of structures or human life such tree may be removed by permission of the Director. Article 3 Preservation and Maintenance of Existing Heritage Trees Section 2-17.10. Protection of Existing Heritage Trees. All contractors, developers and owners of property with existing heritage trees shall comply with the following regulations. a. When proposed developments encroach into the drip line area ofany heritage tree, special construction to allow the roots to breathe and obtain moisture shall be required as determined by the Director. b. The existing ground surface without four (4) feet (measured horizontally) of the base of any heritage tree shall not be cut, filled or compacted. Tree wells may be used where advisable. Excavation adjacent to any such tree shall not be permitted where damage to the root system will result. c. No oil, gas, chemical, heavy construction machines or other construction materials shall be stored within ten (1) feet of any heritage tree. d. No wires, unless those needed for support of the tree, or signs other than small tree identification signs shall be attached to any heritage tree. e. The Director shall be notified by the contractor or developer or owner of any damage that occurs to a tree during construction so that proper treatment may be administered by the contractor. Section 2-17.11. Pruning and Maintenance. All pruning of heritage trees shall comply with guidelines established by the Director. Section 2-17.12. Other Tree Provisions. The provisions of this article shall supplement but not supplant other provisions of this code relating to the preservation of trees. Section 2. This Ordinance shall become effective 30 days after it has been duly adopted. -5-