Spotlight on Article 7.10-7.11

7.10 Tree Removal. No trees that are more than four inches in diameter at a point 12 inches above the ground and no ornamental or flowering trees, including, but not limited to, dogwood trees, cottonwood trees, cherry trees or apple trees, regardless of diameter, shall be removed without the prior written consent of the approving authority under Article 6 hereof. Owners shall also comply with any local ordinance applicable to tree removal. In the event of a conflict between the provisions of this Section and any local ordinance, the more restrictive provision shall govern. This provision shall not apply to the removal of trees by the Declarant.

7.11 Drainage. Catch basins, retention ponds, detention ponds and drainage easement areas are for the purpose of controlling the natural flow of water only. No obstructions or debris shall be placed in these areas. No Owner may obstruct or alter the drainage flows after location and installation of catch basins, retention ponds, detention ponds, drainage-swales, storm sewers or storm drains without approval in accordance with the provisions of Article 6 hereof.