Permission must be obtained from the Parks and Recreation Department prior to the beginning of any work. Only non-woody and noxious vegetation may be targeted for removal. Removal of hazardous trees and shrubs must be authorized by the Parks and Recreation Department. All exposed ground must be replanted with trees, shrubs, grasses, or other ground cover recommended to control erosion. Riparian is defined as the area between a waterway, either intermittent or perennial, and the upland area above it's bank corridor.
Upland is defined as the area above a waterways corridor.
Other properties, views and privacy must be considered when designing planting area. There shall be no change of drainage courses without consent of affected owners and the City of West Linn Staff. Lawn areas must be kept within the boundaries of private property. All debris resulting from any work done in open space areas must be removed from the site. By removing the noxious plants and replanting with indigenous plants, we are enhancing habitat for various animals in the area.