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Commissioners raise concern about tree removal and pre‑application demolition after recent site work

5827488 · September 25, 2025
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Summary

Several commissioners said they are concerned about property owners removing trees and performing demolition before planning applications are submitted, and asked staff to outline existing demolition and tree‑protection rules.

During commissioner comments the planning commission discussed concerns about recent instances of tree removal and site disturbance that occurred before applicants submitted formal planning applications.

Commissioners said in several recent cases they observed trees cleared and structures partially demolished before the city had…

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