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Tree-replacement vouchers, sizing rules and $50,000 cap part of McKinney plan update
Summary
The proposed reforestation update creates a CIP tree replacement program with strict sizing grids, an annual CIP cap of $50,000, and private-property planting vouchers restricted to front-yard placements with reimbursements up to $1,400.
The Tree Board heard details on a new CIP tree replacement program that would authorize planting vouchers for residential front-yard placements and set replacement-size rules based on the removed tree's caliper. Mr. Worthy said the program would preserve and restore mature canopies impacted by infrastructure projects and would operate under strict sizing grids and annual budget limits.
Mr. Worthy summarized the replacement-size matrix: "For a critically altered quality tree, that is 6 to 16 inch, you will get a 4 inch replacement tree. For anything that's greater than 16 inches, you will get a 6 inch replacement tree." He also said private-property reimbursement would be capped at $1,400 per property and restricted to the front yard; vouchers would be redeemed through a city vendor.
