Trees | Environment & Sustainability
project, unless otherwise approved by the director in a subsequent permit or approval. Healthy condition can be achieved by employing, as appropriate, the following preventative measures, consistent with best management practices for maintaining the health of the tree:
violation continues shall be considered a separate, distinct offense. As a supplement or alternative to the remedies set forth in this section, the code administrator shall have the authority to seek civil penalties for violation of the provisions of this chapter as provided for in SMC 23.100.010.
a. Trees shall not be topped;
b. Excessive pruning shall not be allowed unless necessary to protect life and property; c. Visible deadwood on trees to be protected or relocated shall be pruned;
d. Fertilizer shall be applied to enhance the vigor of stressed trees;
e. Use soil amendments and soil aeration in tree protection and planting areas;
f. Apply mulch over tree drip line areas; and
g. Ensuring proper water availability during and immediately after construction.
K. Violation—Criminal penalties
1. Criminal Conduct. Any person who violates the provisions of this chapter or fails to comply with any of the requirements shall be guilty of a gross misdemeanor and subject to the penalties set forth in SMC 1.10.010. In keeping with the City’s concern regarding protection of the environment, the court should consider the imposition of a maximum fine of no more than $5,000 per occurrence and imprisonment not to exceed one year. Each day such
Effective | January 1, 2022
Title 21: Sammamish Development Code | 175
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