Louisville Home-Rule Cities Canopy Cover
Home Rule Cities are municipalities that have been granted the authority to govern themselves and make local decisions without needing to seek approval from the state government. This level of autonomy allows these cities to pass ordinances, manage local services, and handle matters such as zoning, public safety, and local taxation, provided they do not conflict with state law. In Jefferson County, Home Rule Cities have significant independence in managing their local affairs, as long as they adhere to the state's broader legal framework.
When it comes to trees, these cities can tailor tree-planting efforts to meet the specific needs and preferences of their communities, potentially integrating these efforts with broader environmental or sustainability goals.
The data below shows the percentage of tree canopy coverage from 2004, 2008, 2012, and 2019 for the 80 home-rule cities in Jefferson County. You can see the increase or decrease of your community's canopy and surrounding neighborhoods canopy coverage through the years.
Take a look at the data and see if you can see a trend! How does your tend compare to those of your neighbors? There are a few different ways you can improve and maintain your canopy. Three easy ways are: planting more trees either on private or public properties, implementing environmentally conscious practices and policies, and creating plans for current tree preservation. With these steps, your city can create a plan that will help to maintain and improve your tree canopy for years to come!
TreesLouisville wants to hear about your discoveries. Feel free to reach out to us and let us know what you have found when comparing and learning about your tree canopy trend, as well as any current or future initiatives you have for better ways to maintain and improve your neighborhood's trends. Contact us on our website here.
