Preservation of natural features and amenities.
Saint Paul Legislative Code § 69.509
in effectSec. 69.509. - Preservation of natural features and amenities.
(a) Generally. Existing natural features, such as trees, significant slopes and similar irreplaceable assets, shall be preserved in the design of the subdivision. No change of grade of the land shall be effected until approval of the preliminary plat.
(b) Trees. Shade trees shall be planted by the subdivider in accordance with section 69.600.
(c) Slopes. Lots with slopes of twelve (12) percent or greater shall undergo site plan review prior to approval of a preliminary plat.
(C.F. No. 03-1028, § 1, 4-7-04)
Source: City of Saint Paul, Minnesota, City Charter, Legislative Code and Administrative Code (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/mn/st._paul/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIILECO_TITVIIIZOCO_CH69ZOCOUBRE_ARTVGEREDEST_S69.509PRNAFEAMFetched: 11/1/2026
