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Lynchburg Ordinance Establishing Canopy Requirements

Lynchburg’s zoning code sets minimum tree canopy coverage for each zoning district, with required coverage ranging from 10% to 20% of the entire development site depending on its use.

Link:

  • City of Lynchburg Code of Ordinances Section 35.2.63.11

Policy Details:

Locale: Lynchburg, Virginia [Southeast]
Climate zone: Zone 4A: Mixed Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [50-150K]
Smart Surface(s): Trees
Policy Type(s): City Code, Zoning

Citation:

City of Lynchburg Code of Ordinances Section 35.2.63.11

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