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Lakeville council adopts expanded tree-preservation ordinance, applies new rules to large existing lots
Summary
The council approved amendments to Titles 10 and 11 of the city code to move tree-preservation requirements into the zoning code, set removal thresholds and establish replacement rules for heritage trees; the measure passed unanimously 5-0.
The Lakeville City Council voted unanimously to adopt an ordinance amending Title 10 (subdivisions) and Title 11 (zoning) to expand and relocate the city's tree-preservation rules into the zoning ordinance.
Community Development Director Goodrode told the council the ordinance consolidates tree-preservation requirements, establishes which development types require a preservation plan, and sets removal thresholds and replacement rules. Goodrode said the ordinance applies to new subdivisions,…
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