Staff briefs SPRAB on tree-removal appeals, hearing rules under Chapter 86
Parks planning manager Ron Romanek gave a detailed walkthrough of the city tree removal permit process, the board's authority in appeals under Chapter 86 and public-hearing procedures (15-minute staff/appellant windows, 3-minute public testimony, 30-day effective delay).
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Parks planning manager Ron Romanek told the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board that when a complete city tree removal application is approved by staff the decision becomes subject to a 30-day public review period and can be appealed. He outlined the three statutory categories that can justify city tree removal (tree health, public safety and construction/infrastructure needs) and stressed that nuisance reasons such as leaf fall or views do not meet the code's removal criteria.
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