A. All owners shall plant and care for their trees and shrubs in such a location and in such a manner as to avoid damage to city property, including streets, signs, sidewalks and utilities by means of growing branches, trunks and/or roots.

B. The Director of Public Works, if it is determined that any trees or shrubs are planted or growing in a manner to cause damage to the City property, shall send the owner a written notice of necessary corrective action as set forth in the manner specified in Section 6.12.040.

C. In the event the owner fails or refuses to take the required corrective action within the time limits of the notice, the Mayor may authorize city forces to perform the work as set forth in Section 6.12.060. (Ord. 969 § 9, 1981).