Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Transportation
 
Board
Department of Transportation
 
chapter
Vegetation Control Regulations on State Rights of Way [24 VAC 30 ‑ 200]
Action Amend Vegetation Control Regulations on State Rights of Way
Stage Fast-Track
Comment Period Ended on 2/2/2022
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1/31/22  9:13 am
Commenter: Victoria Metcalf

Please do not fast-track this regulation
 

This proposal should not be fast-tracked. It only takes into account the private benefit of pruning and tree removal. It does not address the costs to the public. Trees provide tremendous benefits, such as air purification and cooling, carbon sequestration, stormwater catching, and aesthetic benefits. The  potential loss of these benefits must be considered.

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