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AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CITY OF GAHANNA CODE PART NINE STREETS AND PUBLIC SERVICES CHAPTER 914 - TREE PRESERVATION, PLANTING AND REPLACEMENT - Defining Hazardous Tree and Allowing for Hazardous Tree Removal without Permit
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WHEREAS, the Department of Planning considered a series of changes to sections of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Gahanna to clarify requirements and streamline the permitting experience for internal and external customers; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on April 12, 2023, during a regular meeting session, to consider the Department’s recommended changes; said meeting held pursuant to notice and according to law; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommended amending Section 914.03 - Definitions - to include a definition of a hazardous tree; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommended amending Section 914.06 - Tree Removal - to include language that allows for the removal of a hazardous tree without permit.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GAHANNA, COUNTY OF FRANKLIN, STATE OF OHIO:
Section 1. That City Code Chapter 914 - Tree Preservation, Planting, and Replacement - is hereby amended as set forth in EXHIBIT A, attached hereto and made a part herein.
Section 2. That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect after passage by this Council and 30 days after date of signature of approval by the Mayor.