§ 38-1. Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Buildable area means the area of a lot remaining after minimum yard and open space requirements of the City's zoning ordinance set forth in chapter 40 have been met.

Drip line means the line enclosing the area directly beneath the tree's crown from which rainfall would drip from the outermost branch tips of the tree or group of trees collectively.

Parks, trails, and gardens mean existing or planted vegetation on property owned by the City, maintained by the City and which are open to the public for purposes of recreation, education, and other appropriate uses. Regulations for the use of such areas may be established by the City in consultation with the trees, parks and recreation board.

Street trees means trees and other sizable woody vegetation on land lying between property lines on either side of all streets, avenues, or ways within the City, including designated, but unopened City street rights-of-way.

(Ord. of 12-5-2011(06), § 1(39-101))