Environmental
Which Oregon statute governs the removal of trees on private property within the Urban Growth Boundary?
AOregon Forest Practices Act
BLocal municipal tree removal ordinances and the state Urban and Community Forestry program✓ Correct
COregon Water Resources Act
DOregon Statewide Planning Goal 5
Explanation
Within Oregon's UGBs, tree removal on private property is primarily governed by local municipal tree codes and ordinances, not the Forest Practices Act (which governs commercial forestry outside UGBs). Cities like Portland have extensive tree preservation regulations requiring permits for large tree removal, with penalties for unauthorized removal.
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