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Warwick Tree Protection Ordinance

The Warwick Tree ordinance establishes a tree warden position to manage the city’s canopy, creates protections for trees during development and construction, and implements a permit system for planting trees on public property. It also establishes the Warwick Tree Trust, which funds the care and planting of street trees and other public trees.

Link:

  • Warwick Code of Ordinances Section 78

Policy Details:

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

Citation:

Warwick Code of Ordinances Section 78

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