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Council adopts changes to tree ordinance to require replacement and add flexibility for narrow tree lawns
Summary
The City Council unanimously adopted amendments to Leawood's street-tree code that require replacement when street trees are removed and allow staff flexibility on tree placement in narrow tree lawns.
The Leawood City Council unanimously adopted amendments to the city code governing street-tree care, removal and replacement.
The ordinance requires a right-of-way permit for removal of street trees and generally requires replacement trees unless a tree is hazardous or diseased. The update narrows where the city will require replanting and gives the public-works director discretion to approve…
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