A.    An application for all tree removal permits shall be made upon forms prescribed by the city. The application for a tree removal permits shall contain:

    1.    A completed city application and filing fee;

    2.    The number, size, species and location of the trees proposed to be removed or topped on a site plan of the property;

    3.    The anticipated date of removal;

    4.    A statement of the reason for removal;

    5.    Information concerning proposed landscaping or planting of new trees to replace the trees to be removed;

    6.    Evidence that the trees proposed for removal has been clearly identified on the property for visual inspection; and

    7.    Any other information reasonably required by the city.

    B.    The applicant shall have the burden of proving that the application complies with the criteria for approval of the applicable class of permit. If the application is for a tree removal permit, the applicant shall submit specific written findings and evidence addressing the criteria in Section 12.36.080 of this chapter for issuance of a tree removal permit.

    C.    Misrepresentation of any fact necessary for the city’ s determination for granting a tree removal permit shall invalidate the permit. The city may at any time, including after a removal has occurred, independently verify facts related to a tree removal request and, if found to be false or misleading, may invalidate the permit and process the removal as a violation. Such misrepresentation may relate to matters including, without limitation, tree size, location, health or hazard condition, justification for issuance of permit, or owner’ s authorized signature. (Ord. 646 § 2 (part), 2005)