The City of Bend is looking at amending its tree code, and one former City Council candidate who’s been on a crusade to amend the code for years has some ideas
On March 15 the Bend City Council recommended adjustments to the Bend tree preservation code to clear up inconsistencies and add clarity to its standards. Now, Bend city code — which applies after construction — requires developers to retain all trees with a diameter larger than 12 inches and half of all trees smaller than 12 inches on developments larger than 1 acre…
