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r PROM JCITY OF MOPLE GFO*’E C£ED 612 434 6425 1337.03-19 13S00 «S44 P.02 11 B375:109 (Rev. 1993) Section 375; 109. *‘T". Tree Preservation District. (Added, Ord. No. 90-17, Sec. 1; Arnended, Ord.No. 93-33, Sec. 1) Subd. 1. PumoMi - The intent of this ordinance is, through the preservation, protection, maintci^cc and management of tfie community ’s existing forest resource, and the planting of trees to: aid in the stabilization of soil by the prevention of erosion and sedimentation; reduce storm water runoff and the costs associated therewith and replenish ground water supplies; aid in the removal of carbon dioxide and generation of oxygen in the atmosphere; provide a buffer and screen against noise pollution; provide protection against severe weather; aid in the control of drainage and restoration of denuded soil subsequent to construction or grading; provide a haven for birds which in turn assist in the control of insects; protect and increase property values; conserve and enhance the City's physical and aesthetic environment; and generally protect and enhance the quality of life and the general welfare of the City. Subd. 2. nistrict Annlication. The "T", Tree Preservation District shall be applied to and superimposed upon any residential, commercial, or industrial district contained in, existing or amended by the text and map of the Maple Grove Zoning Ordinance. The regulations and requirements imposed by the "T ”. Tree Preservation District Shall be in addition to flood plain, shoreland, and wetland regulations and requbrements, and those established for the district wherein property is located, which regulations and requirements will all jointly apply to the property ’. Under the joint application of districts, the more restrictive requirements shall apply. The areas affected by the terms of the "T", Tree Preservation District within the City of Maple Grove shall be identified in a survey map adopted by the City Council as a "T", Tree Preservation District map. The said map shall be incorporated by reference as though felly set forth herein. In addition, the City may, based upon guidelines recommended by the Arbor Committee and approved by' the City Council, designate any tree or trees for preservation because of any unique physical characteristic or growth process, or swne historical or cultural significance. Such trees shall ^ known as landmark trees, and a list of such trees shall also be maintained in the Office of the City Clerk and shall be a part of this ordinance as if felly set forth herein. I I