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The committee postponed a vote on the proposed municipal tree bylaw to allow more review, add a definition of “dripline,” and consult the Planning and Building department. Members also reported that a recent micro-burst toppled seven trees and brought down 12 major limbs.
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The proposed bylaw would apply to property owners seeking building or demolition permits and would create more specific protections for trees. The committee plans to revise the draft before potentially presenting it to the Select Board. Members also discussed protecting tree trunks, limbs, and roots during street and sidewalk paving, while noting that stronger protections could increase project costs.
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