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Aug 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Tipp City Tree Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
The board addressed several tree-related agenda items, including requests for tree removal at specific residential locations; the board denied the removal at one site but approved it at another, with a recommendation for a replacement tree. Updates were provided regarding the Urban Forestry Management Plan and an upcoming tree planting initiative along the Hathaway Trail funded by a grant. Additionally, the board discussed implementing new planting requirements in accordance with state arboriculture standards and reviewed the local urban forest tree canopy.
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The board held a public hearing and recommended the adoption of the 2026 Comprehensive Plan to the City Council. Additionally, the board considered a proposed Zoning Code Text Amendment to create Narrow Lot Development provisions within the Residential Two-Family (R-2) Zoning District, ultimately deciding to table this matter until the next meeting to allow for further review of the comprehensive plan. The meeting also included reports from City Council assignments and a reminder regarding an upcoming training session.
Jun 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Zoning Appeals Regular Meeting
The board reviewed four zoning variance requests regarding the construction of residential fences with varying height, material, and transparency specifications. Additionally, the board addressed an old business case involving a variance request for a two-family dwelling with specific setback requirements that required a rehearing due to improper notice. The agenda also included a scheduled training session on meeting basics and provided an opportunity for citizen comments.
Jun 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Tipp City Tree Advisory Board Meeting
The board discussed a request for tree removal and replacement at 163 Kiser Drive due to safety hazards. Members also addressed plans to update the Street Tree Species List, improve the detail level of the Board's List of Accomplishments for presentation to the City Council, and explore the calculation of the city's Tree Canopy. Additionally, the meeting covered an update on the Arbor Day celebration, recognition of Tree City USA awards, a progress update on the Urban Forest Tree Inventory on First Street, and marketing efforts for urban forestry. Future business includes reviewing tree planting specifications and coordinating fall curb lawn tree plantings in Hathaway Trails.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
