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1) Branches of weak structure, which are not important to the framework of the <br />tree. <br />2) Branches, which if allowed to grow, would wedge apart the junction of more <br />important branches. <br />3) Branches forming multiple leaders in a single leader type tree. <br />4) Branches near the end of a limb, which will produce more weight or offer <br />more resistance to wind than the limbs are likely to support. <br />5) Selective removal of undesirable sucker and sprout growth paying specific <br />attention not to nick or damage the sprout "burl ". <br />6) Selective removal of one or more developing leaders where multiple branch <br />growth exists near the end of broken or stubbed limbs. <br />7) Selective removal of limbs obstructing buildings or other structures or traffic <br />signs. Generally, limbs closer than five (5) feet to a building or other structure <br />should be removed unless doing so would severely damage a tree. <br />8) Removal of branches, which project too far outward beyond an otherwise <br />symmetrical form. <br />e. Cut back ends of branches and reduce weight where excessive overburden appears <br />likely to result in breakage of supporting limbs. <br />f. Clear trees of sprout or sucker growth to a minimum height of eight (8) feet above <br />ground level. Exceptions are allowed for young trees, which would be irreparably <br />damaged by such pruning action. <br />g. Obtain a balanced appearance when viewed from the opposite side of the street <br />immediately opposite the tree, unless authorized by an SAPRF representative to do <br />otherwise. <br />h. Remove all vines entwined in trees and on tree trunks. Vine tendrils shall be <br />removed without injury to said trees. <br />i. Clear all branches and foliage within ten (10) feet of primary electrical lines and <br />three (3) to five (5) feet of secondary electrical lines. <br />j. Clear all branches that interfere with telephone, cable and other utility lines within <br />one (1) foot of lines, wherever feasible. <br />1.06 SAFETY TREE PRUNING SPECIFICATIONS <br />Safety tree pruning shall consist of the total removal of dead or living branches that may <br />menace the future health, strength and attractiveness of trees. Specifically, trees shall be <br />pruned in such a manner to: <br />a. Prevent branch and foliage interference with requirements of safe public passage. <br />Over street clearance shall be kept to a minimum of sixteen (16) feet above the <br />paved surface of the street, fifteen (15) feet above the curb and eight (8) feet above <br />25A -52 <br />