Yikes. That seems really drastic to me. There are lots of resources out there with recommendations for trees for small lots, sidewalk trees, trees OK to plant close to structures, small trees, etc. Rather than a scorch-the-earth approach, I would carefully choose trees that would fit the lot. As an example using trees native to my area - it would be difficult to pull off a big leaf maple in an urban front yard (100' plus), but a vine maple (20-30') would be a lovely accent (small, well behaved, gorgeous fall color). Can't imagine a yard without some trees - strikes me as a bit single-dimensional.
Plus, where do you hang your hammock??
