authorizing municipalities to adopt zoning ordinances related to the protection, management, or replacement of tree canopy.

Summary

The bill lets municipalities choose to include provisions that protect, manage, or replace tree canopy in zoning ordinances or master plans. It does not require any town to adopt such rules, but gives them clear authority to do so. The measure aims to preserve the environmental and community benefits of urban trees.

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