Virginia § 15.2-960 - Planting of trees destroyed during construction
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 15.2-960 — Planting of trees destroyed during construction, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15.2-960. Planting of trees destroyed during construction
Any locality may establish reasonable rules, regulations, and schedules for planting trees in and along areas dedicated for public use where trees have been destroyed in the construction process. This provision shall not affect the validity of any local ordinance adopted pursuant to any other provision of law.
1986, c. 183, § 15.1-14.1; 1997, c. 587.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 15.2-960
What does Code of Virginia § 15.2-960 cover?
Section 15.2-960 ("Planting of trees destroyed during construction") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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