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Town of Leeds

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Ordinances

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October 17, 2023 12:31 PM

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Town of Leeds 218 North Main Street PO Box 460879 Leeds, UT 84746-0879 Phone: 435-879-2447 Fax: 435-879-6905 E-mail: clerk@leedstown.org Website: www.leedstown.org Public Notice I, Aseneth Steed, duly appointed and acting Clerk/Recorder for the Town of Leeds, hereby certify that the forgoing Ordinance 2023-04, FOLIAGE AND TREE MAINTENANCE ORDINANCE Amendment to Ordinance 2013-03, Street Tree Ordinance was passed by the Leeds Town Council on the Eleventh day of October 2023, and that copies of the foregoing ordinance were posted at three public places within the Town. on the Twenty-fourth day of September 2023, which public places were: Leeds Town Hall Leeds Post Office State & Town Website Dated this Twelfth day of October 2023. ___________________________________________ Aseneth Steed, Clerk/Recorder ORDINANCE 2013-03 STREET TREE ORDINANCE 109: CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF PRIVATE TREES AFFECTING PUBLIC PROPERTY (1) At a minimum, adjacent property owners will be required to maintain their park strips by watering Street Trees and removing fallen leaves and branches from the adjacent gutter. (2) The Town may remove, or suggest to be removed, any tree or part thereof which is in an unsafe condition or which by reason of its presence is injurious to wastewater systems, electrical power lines, natural gas lines, water lines, or other public improvements, or is affected with any injurious fungus, insect, or other pest. (3) The Town shall have the authority to condemn and remove, or order to be removed any tree, tree stump, shrub, or plant upon private property when the Parks and Recreation Director, or designee, shall find such action necessary for public safety or to prevent the spread of disease or insects to public trees. Where no apparent emergency exists, the Parks and Recreation Director, or designee, shall give at lease fifteen (15) days notice of the Town's intent to remove any Street Tree, to adjacent property owners. 110: APPEALS. The decision of the Parks and Recreation Director, or designee, may be appealed by any person. The appeal shall be in writing, signed by the applicant with a statement of reasons supporting the appeal. The appeal shall be filed with the Parks and Recreation Board, or designee no later than the fifteenth (15th) calendar day following the decision of the Parks and Recreation Director, or designee. The Parks and Recreation Board, or designee, shall hear the appeal and render an opinion within forty-five (45) days after the appeal is filed. Any person objecting to the decision rendered by the Parks and Recreation Board, or designee, may appeal to the Council, in writing, within thirty (30) days after the date of mailing of the decision to the applicant. ORDINANCE NUMBER 2013-03 PASSED AND WAS ADOPTED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF LEEDS, WASHINGTON COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH, ON THIS ____ DAY OF ________2013, AND BECOMES EFFECTIVE ON ________DAY OF _______ 2013. ROLL CALL VOTE: Yea Nay Abstain Absent MAYOR: ANGELA ROHR COUNCILMAN: FRANK LOJKO COUNCILMAN: WAYNE PETERSON COUNCILMAN: JOE ALLEN COUNCILMAN: NATE BLAKE _________________________________________ Angela Rohr, Mayor TOWN OF LEEDS ATTEST: _________________________________________ Kristi Barker, Deputy Clerk/Recorder Exhibit A TOWN OF LEEDS ORDINANCE NO. 2023-03 Foliage and Tree Maintenance Ordinance Section 1: Purpose and Intent The purpose of this ordinance is to ensure the safety and accessibility of public streets and sidewalks within the town by regulating the maintenance of foliage and trees that encroach upon them. This ordinance aims to promote a safe and pleasant environment for pedestrians and motorists. Section 2: Definitions A. 'Foliage' refers to any plants, shrubs, or vines. B. 'Tree' refers to any woody perennial plant having a single main stem or trunk. C. 'Street' refers to any public road, avenue, lane, or thoroughfare. D. 'Sidewalk' refers to any paved or designated pedestrian walkway. Section 3: Responsibilities of Property Owners A. Property owners shall maintain any foliage or trees located on their property in such a manner that they do not obstruct or encroach upon public streets and sidewalks. B. Maintenance includes regular trimming, pruning, and removal of any vegetation that obstructs streets or sidewalks. C. Property owners shall be responsible for the cost of maintaining foliage and trees on their property to comply with this ordinance. Section 4: Prohibited Actions A. It is prohibited to allow foliage or tree branches to extend over streets or sidewalks in a manner that obstructs the normal flow of pedestrian or vehicular traffic. B. It is prohibited to allow dead or diseased trees or branches that pose a hazard to the public to remain on the property. Section 5: Maintenance Standards A. Foliage and trees shall be trimmed and pruned to maintain a minimum clearance height of 8-feet over sidewalks and 16 feet over streets. B. Property owners shall ensure that trimmed foliage and tree branches are properly disposed of in accordance with local regulations. Section 6: Enforcement A. The Town Ordinance Officer shall have the authority to inspect properties for compliance with this ordinance. B. Property owners found in violation of this ordinance shall receive a written notice of violation, specifying the required corrective actions and a reasonable timeframe for compliance. C. Failure to comply with the notice of violation may result in fines and penalties as determined by local law. Section 7: Appeals Property owners may appeal a notice of violation to the Town Hall within 10 - days of receiving the notice. Section 8: Severability If any section or provision of this ordinance is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining sections and provisions shall remain in full force and effect. Section 9: Effective Date This ordinance shall take effect on: October 12, 2023 Adopted by the Eleventh day of October 2023. ROLL CALL VOTE: Yea Nay Abstain Absent MAYOR: Bill HOSTER X COUNCILMEMBER: DANIELLE STIRLING X COUNCILMEMBER: RON CUNDICK X COUNCILMEMBER: STEPHEN WILSON X COUNCILMEMBER: KOHL FURLEY X _______________________________ Bill Hoster, Mayor ATTEST: _________________________________ Aseneth Steed, Clerk/Recorder

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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town of Leeds will make reasonable accommodations for persons needing assistance to participate in this public meeting. Persons requesting assistance are asked to call the Town Hall at 879-2447 at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

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218 N Main Street
PO BOX 460879
Leeds, UT 84746
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October 17, 2023 12:36 PM

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