Bernhardt, E. A., Swiecki, T. J. 2001. Guidelines for Developing and Evaluating Tree Ordinances. International Society of Arboriculture, Champaign, IL.

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http://www.isa-arbor.com/education/resources/educ_TreeOrdinanceGuidelines.pdf

This interactive PDF provides tools and resources for both citizens and local governments interested in their local tree ordinacnes. The document describes how tree ordinance development is integrated with an overall community tree management program, and it includes detailed descriptions of practical monitoring and management methods.