City of Tamarac reminds homeowners that improper trimming could lead to fines or citations
Tamarac, Florida – Keeping the trees in Tamarac’s parks and streets is not just good for the city, it’s also a matter of law. Before residents get out their pruning shears, they are advised to read and respect the restrictions in Section 10-4.4 of the Tamarac Land Development Code. These rules make sure that trees are taken care of properly, which protects the city’s green spaces and promotes safety and environmental health.
The city’s rules stress how important it is to use the right pruning methods. When pruning trees, you should focus on cutting off dead, sick, or broken branches and making clean cuts just beyond the branch collar. Avoid stubs, and always keep the tree canopy’s natural shape. In reality, you can’t take off more than 25% of a tree’s canopy in a single year. This limit is meant to protect the tree’s health and prevent long-term damage.
Standards in the industry are also quite significant. The city says that trimming must be done according to ANSI A300 Standards and the rules set by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA). These steps not only keep individual trees healthy, but they also protect the whole urban canopy that gives Tamarac its character and shade.
Still, there are concerns about using the wrong procedures. Hatracking, topping, and lion-tailing are all bad practices that are not allowed. These involve cutting down huge branches to stubs or stripping away the inner foliage. These kinds of methods may damage trees’ structures in ways that can’t be fixed, making them more likely to get sick, get pests, and be damaged by storms.
The city has made it plain that breaking the laws about trimming trees could lead to enforcement measures. This could be fines or orders to take steps to fix the problem. Tamarac officials say that people shouldn’t try to do extensive trimming without the right tools or knowledge, because irresponsible work can cause long-term difficulties for both trees and property owners.
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If you live in the area and aren’t sure how to properly prune or care for your trees, help is easy to get. The Community Development Department can help you understand what the city needs and answer your questions. Residents and government may work together to make sure that Tamarac stays a community with a healthy tree canopy and safe, green neighborhoods.
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The main point of the city’s message is simple: Tamarac will be stronger if its trees are healthy. Residents may help keep their environment beautiful and healthy for years to come by following the regulations and paying attention to best practices.
