Pennsylvania HB2161 establishes agreements for tree removal by public utilities, requiring replacement trees and allowing replacement fees.

HB2161 amends Title 66 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to create tree removal agreements between public utilities and cities, municipalities, or municipal authorities. When a public utility removes a tree necessary for service, it must offer to plant a replacement tree within two years. The replacement tree's species and location are determined by the city, municipality, or municipal authority. Alternatively, the authority may request a replacement fee equal to the tree's assessed value by a certified arborist. The authority is not obligated to accept the replacement offer.

Pennsylvania HB2161 establishes agreements for tree removal by public utilities, requiring replacement trees and allowing replacement fees.

HB2161 amends Title 66 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to create tree removal agreements between public utilities and cities, municipalities, or municipal authorities. When a public utility removes a tree necessary for service, it must offer to plant a replacement tree within two years. The replacement tree's species and location are determined by the city, municipality, or municipal authority. Alternatively, the authority may request a replacement fee equal to the tree's assessed value by a certified arborist. The authority is not obligated to accept the replacement offer.