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