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Tree Removal Permit - 2002 CITY oF CAMPBELL Community Development Department - Current Planning November 12, 2002 Mr. John Mathios 1716 Ensenada ~xive ' Campbell, CA 95,008 ~ Re: Tree Removal Permit Application File No~: PLN2002-00131 1716 EnsenadaDrive Dear Mr. Mathios: The Tree Removal Permit (PLN2002~-00131) to remove one (1) Raywood Ash tree currently located in the rear Yard of the property located at 1716 Ensenada Drive has been finalized since the 10-day appeal period has passed and no appeals were received. You may now remove the tree. Please note that the replacement tree shall be planted on or before December 11, 2002. ..~ ~ Should you hhx)e any questions regarding the above referenced matter, please do not hesitate to contact me at (408) 866-2143 or via email at stephaniew@cityofcampbell.com. Sincerely, Stephanie Willsey Planner I 70 North First Street · Campbell, California 95008-1436 - T~L 408.866.2140 - FaX 408.866.8381 - mD 408.866.279U CITY oF CAMPBELL Community Development Department - Current Planning November 1, 2002 Mr. John Mathios 1716 Ensenada Drive Campbell, CA 95008 Re: PLN2002-00131 Tree Removal Permit Application 1716 Ensenada Drive Dear Mr. Mathios: The Community Development Director has conditionally approved your application for a Tree Removal Permit (PLN2002-00131) to remove one (1) Raywood Ash tree currently located in the rear yard of the property located at 1716 Ensenada Drive, subject to the following condition of approval: 1. One (1) 24-inch box Japanese Maple tree will be planted on the property to replace the Raywood Ash tree on or before December 11, 2002, per the Tree Protection Ordinance. The Tree Removal Permit has been approved based upon the City's determination, with a supporting recommendation by a Certified Arborist and PG&E, that the tree is extremely close to power lines and can potentially interfere with utility services. Staff has determined that the situation cannot be reasonably remedied by means other than removal. It is recommended that the tree be removed by persons who are experienced and bonded for the removal of trees and that the stumps be ground out and the roots removed so there will not be re-growth of the tree. This approval is final in 10 days, unless an appeal is received in writing at the City of Campbell City Clerk's Office, 70 N. First Street, Campbell, on or before Monday, November 11, 2002 at 5 p.m. The tree may not be removed until after the 10-day appeal period has passed and no appeals have been received. If no appeals are filed, staff will send you a letter to let you know that the Tree Removal Permit is final. A notice of tree removal will be posted on the property where it is visible to the public. The notice will also be sent out to all the property owners within 300 feet of the property. Should you have any questions regarding the above referenced matter, please do not hesitate to contact me at (408) 866-2143 or via email at stephaniew@cityofcampbell.com. Sincerely, Stephanie Willsey Planner I cc: Geoff Bradley, Senior Planner 70 North First Street . Campbell, California 95OO8-1436 · TEL 408.866.2140 · F^X 408.866.8381 . TOD 408.866.2790 · O,~CH A?.O ' CITY OF CAMPBELL Community Development Department - Current Planning November 1, 2002 NOTICE OF TREE REMOVAL Notice is hereby given that the Community Development Director of the City of Campbell has conditionally approved an application for a Tree Removal Permit (PLN 2002-00131) to remove one (1) Raywood Ash tree within the rear yard of the property located at 1716 Ensenada Drive in the R-l-6 (Single Family Residential) Zoning District (see map on reverse.) Reason for Granting Tree Removal The Tree Removal Permit has been approved based upon the City's determination, with a supporting recommendation by a Certified Arborist and PG&E, that the tree is extremely close to power lines and can potentially interfere with utility services. Staff has determined that the situation cannot be reasonably remedied by means other than removal. Condition of Approval for Tree Removal The applicant is required to plant one (1) 24-inch box Japanese Maple tree on or before December 11, 2002 (if no appeals are filed.) This approval is final in 10 days, unless an appeal is received in writing at the City of Campbell City Clerk's Office, 70 N. First Street, Campbell, on or before Monday, November 11, 2002 at 5 p.m. Questions may be addressed to Stephanie Willsey, Planner I, in the Community Development Department at (408) 866-2140. PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF CAMPBELL SHARON FIERRO SECRETARY PLEASE NOTE: When calling about this Notice, Please refer to File No. PLN2002-00131 Address: 1716 Ensenada Drive 70 North First Street · Campbell, California 95008-1436 · TEL 408.866.2140 · F^x 408.866.8381 · TDD 408.866.2790 TRE~ REPLACEMENT REQUIRE ENTS REPLANTING PLAN REQUIREMENTS Number, Size, and Species: The number and size of replacement trees is based on the number, size and species of trees approved for removal. The 'variety of replacement tree(s) should continue the diversity of trees found in the community. REPLACEMENT TREE REQUIREMENTS Trunk Size of Removed Tree Replacement Ratio Required (measured at 4 feet above grade) (per tree removed) Diameter Circumference Number of Minimum Size (inches) (inches) replacement trees 12 to 24 38 to 75 1 24 inch box Greater than 24 Greater than 75 1 36 inch box Heritage Trees 1 48 inch box 1. Cost of Replacement Trees: Replacement trees shall be obtained and planted at the expense of the applicant. 2. Inspection: City staff shall be permitted to enter the property to verify the installation of the replacement trees. 3. Maintenance of Replacement Trees: Any person who is required to plant replacement trees as a condition of a tree removal permit shall maintain such trees in a healthy condition to ensure their long term survival. 4. Maintenance Bond. A faithful performance bond, maintenance bond or other security deposit may be required to be paid to the City prior to the issuance of the Tree Removal Permit. The bond shall be in an amount of money and for a period of time determined by the Community Development Director to ensure acquisition and proper planting and maintenance of the replacement trees. RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT TREE SPECIES Please consult with your Arborist to select a species that is well suited to your location. If you are replacing a tree that was required as a part of an approved Landscaping Plan, the replacement species must be consistent with the Landscaping Plan. Aleppo Pine. Atlas Cedar Blackwood Acacia California Black Walnut Canary Island Pine Chinese Flame Tree Chinese Hackberry Catalina Ironwood Chinese Jujuba Chinese Pistache Coast Live Oak Coast Redwood Cork Oak Digger Pine Deodar Cedar Elsarica Pine European Hackberry Evergreen Ash Goldenrain Tree Holly Oak Honey Locust Italian Stone Pine Japanese Black Pine Jerusalem Thom London Plane Tree Maidenhair Tree Mayten Tree Moraine Ash Raywood Ash Smooth Arizona Cypress Tulip Tree Valley Oak Western Cottonwood pTree Health rofessionals, Inc. EVALUATION OF ONE RAYWOOD ASH TREE @ 1716 ENSENADA DRIVE CAMPBELL, CALIFORNIA Prepared At The Request Of: Mr. John Mathios 1716 Ensenada Drive Campbell, California 95008 Site visit by: Gil Mitchell Registered Consulting Arborist ISA Certified Arborist September 27, 2002 October 7, 2002 137 E. Hamilton Ave., Suite 201 · Campbell, CA 95008 ° (408) 929-3040 · }:ax (408) 871-0284 EVALUATION OF ONE RAYWOOD ASH TREE @ 1716 ENSENADA DRIVE October 7, 2002 Page 2 of 3 Assignment To evaluate the health and condition of one raywood ash (Fraxinus oxycarpa 'Raywood') tree that is located in the rear yard and provide an appraised dollar value for the tree. The tree was evaluated from the ground and was not climbed. Ensenada Drive is oriented North-South for the purposes of this report. Summary The tree in question is in good health and has fair structure. The tree is growing under the high voltage lines and has been pruned repeatedly for line clearance. The appraised dollar value is $3,100.00. Specific Observations The mainstem of the tree measures 14.5 inches in diameter at a height of 4.5 feet above ground line. The tree is approximately 40 feet tall. The foundation of the house is 12.5 feet from the center of the main stem. The fence is 8.5 feet from the center of the main stem. The tree is approximately three feet off center from underneath the power lines. Consequently, there is a "notch" cut out of the foliar canopy on the power line side of the tree which is affecting approximately 25 percent of the entire canopy. The tree is lopsided towards the house. Twig growth has been consistent over the last three years. The tree has been cut back to the property line (by the neighbor?) which accentuates the lopsided growth towards the client's house. There is some small (1" diameter and smaller) twig dieback throughout the canopy which is rather normal for raywood ash trees. The cause of the dieback has yet to be determined by researchers in the tree care industry. The tree has an infestation of greenhouse thrips (Heliothrips haemorrhoidalis) insects on the foliage. Appraised Dollar Value The appraised dollar value of a tree is determined by using a formula developed by the Council of Tree and Landscape Appraisers (see Chart 1). The formula uses the value of the largest commonly available tree and then takes into account the size of the tree that is being appraised in relationship to the size of the replacement tree. The factors involved are the size of the tree, species, condition, and location. The size of the tree is typically the diameter of the trunk measured four and one half feet above ground line. The Western Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture developed the basic price of a replacement tree (line 2Ca) and species ratings (line 4A) for each tree species that is found in California. These two factors are used to determine the basic value of a particular tree in the landscape (line 4). The basic value is then adjusted by condition and location factors. Condition factors are summarized in the enclosure of this report. The condition factor is found on line 6A in Chart 1. The condition factor adjusts the appraised dollar value (line 7). The location percent (line 7A) is the average of site, contribution, and placement factors. Site refers to urban versus rural, residential versus commercial or industrial. Living in Campbell rates a high site (90%) rating. A tree whose function is to screen an adjacent property, while being the focal point of the landscape, has a very high (100%) contribution rating. A tree that is located too close to a house and/or has the potential for branch failure and property damage has a low contribution rating. The contribution and placement ratings are usually complimentary in that the better the placement the higher the contribution. This is not the case with the raywood ash tree. It has a high contribution rating but the placement under the power lines is poor. The location percent effects the appraised dollar value of the tree (line 8). EVALUATION OF ONE RAYWOOD ASH TREE · @ 1716 ENSENADA DRIVE October 7, 2002 Page 3 of 3 The appraised value of the tree is then rounded to the nearest hundred dollars (line 9). The appraised dollar value of the raywood ash tree is $3,100.00 Conclusion The raywood ash tree is in reasonably good health but the structure of the tree is fair. I have seen this species of tree reach 40 feet tall with an equal foliar spread which means that the tree will need to be pruned about every three years in order to keep it balanced and contained in the small growing space. In the future, in order to keep the tree contained in the Small growing space will require large pruning cuts which will further diminish the structure, and will ultimately compromise the health of the tree. Respectfully submitted, Gil Mitchell, RCA ISA Certified Arborist enclosures: Analysis of Condition (two pages) Chart 1 (one page) Statement of Limiting Conditions Property owner: John Mathios, 171 6 Ensenada Drive, Campbell Fraxinus .oxycar_oa 'Raywood' Analysis of Condition Factors* The Condition rating is determined by the sum of the rating scores for roots, trunk, scaffold branches, smaller branches/twigs, and foliage ROOTS Root anchorage Confined relative to top Collar soundness Mechanical injury Girdling or kinked roots Compaction or water-logged roots Toxic gases & chemical symptoms Presence of insects or diseases Factors1 No problem3 5 No apparent problem(s) 4 Minor problem(s) 3 Major problems(s) Extreme problem(s) Condition Points 4 2 0 or1 TRUNK Sound bark & wood, no cavities Upright trunk (well tapered) Mechanical or fire injury Cracks-frost, etc. Swollen or sunken areas Presence of insects or diseases No problem3 5 No apparent problem(s) 4 Minor problem(s) 3 Major problem(s) 2 Extreme problem(s) 0 or 1 SCAFFOLD BRANCHES Strong attachments Smaller diameter than trunk Vertical branch distribution Free of included bark Free of decay and cavities Well-pruned, no severe heading back Well-proportioned-tapered, laterals along branches Wound closure Amount of dead wood or fire injury Presence of decay, insects or diseases No problem3 5 No apparent problem(s) 4 Minor problem(s) 3 Major problem(s) Extreme problem(s) 2 0or1 2.5 SMALLER BRANCHES & TWIGS Vigor of current shoots, compared to that of 3-5 previous years Well-distributed through canopy Normal appearance of buds-color, shape & size of species Presence of insects or diseases No problem 5 No apparent problem(s) 4 Minor problem(s) 3 Major problem(s) 2 Extreme problem(s) 0 or 1 *From the Guide for Plant Appraisal, 8th Edition 2.5 John Mathios, Fraxinus oxycarpa 'Raywood', continued FOLIAGE Normal appearance-size & color Nutrient deficiences Herbicide, chemical or pollutant injury symptoms Wilted or dead leaves Presence of insects or diseases No problem 5 No apparent problem(s) 4 Minor problem(s) 3 Major problem(s) Extreme problem(s) TOTAL POINTS 2 0or1 3 17 Total Points Condition Rating 23- 25 Excellent 9 O- 100 19-22 Good 70-89 15-18 Fair 50-69* 11-14 Poor 25-49 05 - 10 Very Poor 05 - 24 1Give one rating for each Factor. The items listed under each Factor are to be considered in arriving at a rating for that Factor, 3A rating of "5" indicates no problems found having done a root-collar inspection and/or climbing the tree to inspect the trunks and major limbs. Overall condition is 62 percent.