25-O-1405 : AN ORDINANCE BY COUNCILMEMBER MATT WESTMORELAND TO AMEND ORDINANCE 24-O-1691, THE TREE PROTECTION ORDINANCE, ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ATLANTA ON JUNE 16, 2025, BY AMENDING THE EFFECTIVE DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.

Summary

This ordinance, 25-O-1405, amends Ordinance 24-O-1691 (the Updated Tree Protection Ordinance) by changing its effective date. Originally set for January 1, 2026, the ordinance will now become effective on October 1, 2025. This change is intended to implement the updated tree protection measures sooner, as the draft residential tree preservation standards are still under review and were not included in the original ordinance. The City Council finds that earlier implementation is in the best interest of public health, safety, and welfare.

Citizen Impact

Residents will experience earlier implementation of updated tree protection regulations, with the new ordinance taking effect on October 1, 2025, rather than January 1, 2026.

Confidence

high