Tree Preservation Ordinance

Background

The City of Wayzata is working to update for Ordinance Text Amendments on multiple Chapters regarding tree preservation and maintenance. The goal of the proposed text amendments is to improve the protection and preservation of the trees in Wayzata and to enhance the natural environment of the community. The City is proposing to amend the following Chapters:

  • Chapter 936 – Tree Preservation
  • Chapter 710 – Maintenance and Removal of Trees
  • Chapter 519 – Tree Removal and Treatment

The City Council has approved the second reading of Ordinance 818 for approval at the October 18 City Council meeting. 

Past Meetings

Community Meetings:

  • July 12, 2021
  • October 18, 2021

Council Workshops:

  • November 16, 2021
  • May 17, 2022

Zoning Task Force:

  • May 10, 2021
  • October 25, 2021
  • November 22, 2021
  • February 28, 2022
  • March 28, 2022
  • July 25, 2022

Planning Commission

  • August 16, 2022
  • September 19, 2022

City Council

  • October 4, 2022
  • October 18, 2022

Contact

If you have any questions on this project you can contact Nick Kieser, Parks Planner, at nkieser@wayzata.org or 952-404-5313. 

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