Crown cleaning and thinning of dead branches measuring one (1) to two (2) inches in diameter or greater. Remove lower limbs to achieve approximately sixteen feet (16’) of clearance over the roadway to allow passage of second-class motor vehicles, and approximately eight feet (8’) of clearance over sidewalks or pedestrian walkways. These height guidelines may be adjusted at the discretion of the Director of Public Works. Remove trunk suckers and water sprouts, particularly those present on the trunk. Remove trunk suckers and water sprouts, particularly those present on the trunk. Remove limbs overhanging houses to achieve aesthetic crown raising and maintain adequate clearance until the next scheduled pruning cycle. Removal of healthy limbs may be waived if it would significantly compromise the tree’s overall form. In such cases, the Director of Public Works shall make the final determination. Remove smaller limbs within three feet (3’) of house electrical service drops or as necessary to ensure proper clearance. Removal of large limbs may be required to meet these standards and shall be performed at no additional cost to the Village. Such removals are expected to be infrequent. Remove branches that are growing into adjacent private property trees. Remove branches within ten feet (10’) of any building.
