§ 19-42 — Tree topping
Greensboro Code of Ordinances (Supp. No. 133, Update 1: codified through ordinances of June 16, 2026) · Greensboro Code of Ordinances § 19-42
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Sec. 19-42. - Tree topping.
It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or city department to top any street tree or park tree without specific authorization from the director of parks and recreation, or his/her/their designee. Such authorization may be granted for trees severely damaged by storms or other causes or certain trees under utility wires or other obstructions where other pruning practices are impractical.
(Ord. No. 90-143, § 2, 11-19-90; Ord. No. 20-163, § 3, 12-15-20)