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High Point Public Tree Protection Standards

It is a violation of this ordinance to remove, prune, plant, damage, or top a tree on City-owned or controlled land without prior authorization. Includes guidelines for standards managed by Urban Forestry Committee. Must have a written tree protection plan during construction. City-owned land only.

Link:

  • High Point, NC Development Ordinance, Chapter 6, Section 1

Policy Details:

Locale: High Point, North Carolina [Southeast]
Climate zone: Zone 4A: Mixed Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [50-150K]
Smart Surface(s): Trees, Green Stormwater Infrastructure
Policy Type(s): City Code

Citation:

High Point, NC Development Ordinance, Chapter 6, Section 1

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