Policy to Practice: Tree Preservation Frameworks

Upcoming Webinar, November 12 at 12:00 MT

How do communities protect their trees while supporting new development? This webinar explores how to design, strengthen, and implement tree preservation ordinances that balance urban growth with canopy goals. We’ll walk through ordinance frameworks, compare stem-based and canopy-based systems, and discuss how to incorporate incentives that encourage preservation beyond the minimum requirements. Real-world case examples will show what’s working (and what’s not) in different communities.

Attendees will leave with a practical framework for ordinance design, lessons learned from case studies, and clear steps to adapt policies to local conditions. Following the presentation, participants are invited to stay for a 30-minute “after party” session for open discussion, networking, and deeper Q&A.

Speakers

Alex Hancock, Director of Urban Forestry Consulting Services, PlanIT Geo

Alec Sabatini, Urban Forestry Specialist, PlanIT Geo