Overview: In a recent Fort Worth City Council meeting, the council approved several waivers for a mixed-use development project on Berry Avenue, while debates about tree preservation and urban forestry regulations also took center stage. The approved project, which includes student housing and retail spaces, aims to transform Berry Street into a vibrant retail district. Concurrently, discussions focused on the city’s approach to tree preservation, particularly concerning the removal of significant post oak trees and the requirements for canopy coverage on commercial sites.