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1.05 COMPLETE TREE PRUNING SPECIFICATIONS Complete tree pruning shall consist of the total removal of dead or living branches that may threaten the future health, strength and attractiveness of trees. Specifically, trees shall be pruned in such a manner as to: a. Prevent branch and foliage interference with requirements of safe public passage. Over street clearance shall be kept to a minimum of sixteen (16) feet above the paved surface of the street, fifteen (15) feet above the curb and eight (8) feet above the surface of a public sidewalk or pedestrian way. Exceptions are allowed for young trees, which would be irreparably damaged by such pruning action. b. Remove all dead and dying branches and branch stubs that are one half (1/2) inch diameter or larger. c. Remove all broken or loose branches. d. Remove any live branches, which interfere with the tree's structural strength, and healthful development, which will include the following: 1) Branches of weak structure, which are not important to the framework of the tree. 2) Branches, which if allowed to grow, would wedge apart the junction of more important branches. 3) Branches forming multiple leaders in a single leader type tree. 4) Branches near the end of a limb, which will produce more weight or offer more resistance to wind than the limbs are likely to support. 5) Selective removal of undesirable sucker and sprout growth paying specific attention not to nick or damage the sprout "burl ". 6) Selective removal of one or more developing leaders where multiple branch growth exists near the end of broken or stubbed limbs. 7) Selective removal of limbs obstructing buildings or other structures or traffic signs. Generally, limbs closer than five (5) feet to a building or other structure should be removed unless doing so would severely damage a tree. 8) Removal of branches, which project too far outward beyond an otherwise symmetrical form. e. Cut back ends of branches and reduce weight where excessive overburden appears likely to result in breakage of supporting limbs. f. Clear trees of sprout or sucker growth to a minimum height of eight (8) feet above ground level. Exceptions are allowed for young trees, which would be irreparably damaged by such pruning action. g. Obtain a balanced appearance when viewed from the opposite side of the street immediately opposite the tree, unless authorized by an SAPRF representative to do otherwise. h. Remove all vines entwined in trees and on tree trunks. Vine tendrils shall be removed without injury to said trees. L Clear all branches and foliage within ten (10) feet of primary electrical lines and three (3) to five (5) feet of secondary electrical lines. Clear all branches that interfere with telephone, cable and other utility lines within one (1) foot of lines, wherever feasible. 1.06 SAFETY TREE PRUNING SPECIFICATIONS niefrir4 d Park I anrlcrtana Rnanifirafinn