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Council approves change to tree-trimming rules, exempts homeowners from permit requirement
Summary
The Bee Cave City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 599 to amend Chapter 26 (Article 26.03.004) of the city code to exempt single-family homeowners trimming trees on their own property from the permitting requirement; landscapers and tree contractors remain subject to permits and sanitation standards to limit oak wilt spread.
The Bee Cave City Council on March 10 unanimously approved Ordinance No. 599, revising the city's tree-trimming code to clarify permit requirements and public-health protections against oak wilt.
City staff and the ordinance presenter said the existing code restricts trimming to July 1 through Feb. 1 to reduce spread of oak wilt, a fungal disease transmitted by insects and root contact. Mr. Baker, who introduced the ordinance, told council the proposed change would exempt single-family property owners trimming their own trees from having to obtain a city permit while keeping requirements…
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