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Reading Shade Tree Policy

Reading’s tree policy defines responsibility for shade trees on streets and highways and establishes a Shade Tree Commission to advise on all matters relating to these shade trees.

Chapter 600, Part 9, § 600-913 states that a minimum of one shade tree per newly constructed principal residential unit and/or business establishment shall be required.

Link:

  • Reading, PA Code of Ordinances, Chapter 555, Part 1

Policy Details:

Locale: Reading, Pennsylvania [Northeast]
Climate zone: Zone 5A: Cool Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [50-150K]
Smart Surface(s): Trees
Policy Type(s): City Code

Citation:

Reading, PA Code of Ordinances, Chapter 555, Part 1

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