Saint Michael Incentives for Tree Preservation Ordinance

Includes four incentives to assist developers in meeting/surpassing the city’s tree preservation requirements: (1) A density bonus of 10% may be awarded in areas outside of forested areas, if the tree removal threshold is not invoked and tree preservation requirements exceeded, (2) Omit tree survey requirement on undisturbed forested areas if 50% of the tree canopy cover remains undisturbed, (3) Right-of-way, width of paving, length of cul-de-sac and increased street grades may vary to allow tree preservation, (4) Shared driveways may be permitted and building setbacks and lot configuration may vary to allow for tree preservation.