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Tree caucus urges stronger preservation standards and funding in pending Atlanta ordinance

3152569 · April 30, 2025
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Members of a tree preservation working group told the council a draft tree ordinance contains five gaps that would lead to more trees removed and fewer plantings; they warned implementation could require additional staff and tree‑fund resources.

Members of Atlanta’s tree caucus and a preservation working group urged council members to ensure the draft tree ordinance closes five gaps they say have caused poorer outcomes in prior rules and would worsen tree loss if left unchanged.

Dalil Anthony, speaking for the tree caucus that collaborated on a draft…

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