§ 159.156. VEGETATIVE CUTTING.  


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  • (A) For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
    CLEAR CUTTING. Removal of all live vegetation in excess of 6 inches in diameter at breast height on any area of 20,000 square feet or more in size.
    SELECTIVE CUTTING. The removal of single scattered live trees or shrubs in excess of 6 inches in diameter at breast height.
    (Prior Code, Ch. 300 § 748.01)
    (B) Clear cutting of vegetation shall not be permitted within any required yard of any lot or parcel within any zoning use district.
    (Prior Code, Ch. 300 § 748.02)
    (C) Clear cutting for commercial tree production purposes shall require a conditional use permit in A-1 District (see § 159.043).
    (Prior Code, Ch. 300 § 748.03)
    (D) Selective tree cutting may occur on any lot provided: Any cutting on slopes of greater than 18% shall require a Soil Conservation District revegetation plan and a city permit prior to issuance of a building permit.
    (Prior Code, Ch. 300 § 748.04)