Community Forestry
in the South

Urban Forestry South

Author:	U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service
Date:	2001
Link:	http://www.urbanforestrysouth.usda.gov/ordinances/index.htm
Abstract:	One of the more effective tools used by communities to conserve and improve their urban forests is the tree ordinance. Often they are enacted in response to changes from rapid land development. Tree ordinances range in complexity from simple tree replacement standards to more comprehensive ordinances addressing natural resource issues. When developing an ordinance, it is very important that the tree ordinance meet the needs of the community. Beware of copying any ordinance that was successful in one community because different communities have different needs and therefore require a different type of ordinance.