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Architectural Review Commission
AGENDA
Monday, December 15, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo
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1.CALL TO ORDER
Chair Mayou will call the Regular Meeting of the Architectural Review
Commission to order.
2.PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
The public is encouraged to submit comments on any subject within the
jurisdiction of the Architectural Review Commission that does not appear on this
agenda. Although the Commission will not take action on items presented during
the Public Comment Period, the Chair may direct staff to place an item on a
future agenda for discussion.
3.CONSENT
Matters appearing on the Consent Calendar are expected to be non-
controversial and will be acted upon at one time. A member of the public may
request the Architectural Review Commission to pull an item for discussion. The
public may comment on any and all items on the Consent Agenda within the
three-minute time limit.
3.a CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES - NOVEMBER 17, 2025
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION MINUTES
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Recommendation:
To approve the Architectural Review Commission Minutes of November
17, 2025.
4.PUBLIC HEARINGS
Note: The action of the Architectural Review Commission is a recommendation
to the Community Development Director, another advisory body, or to City
Council and, therefore, is not final and cannot be appealed.
4.a REVIEW OF A RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT CONSISTING OF 43
UNITS, A SIGN PROGRAM, TREE REMOVALS, AND SUPPORTING
SITE IMPROVEMENTS SUCH AS ACCESS, LANDSCAPING, AND
PARKING. A FENCE HEIGHT EXCEPTION IS REQUESTED AS PART
OF THE PROJECT.
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Recommendation:
Recommend the Community Development Director find the project
consistent with applicable goals, policies, and guidelines in the
Community Design Guidelines and Sign Regulations. This action may
include recommended conditions to address consistency of the project
with these preceding goals, policies, and guidelines.
5.COMMENT AND DISCUSSION
5.a STAFF UPDATES AND AGENDA FORECAST
Receive a brief update from Principal Planner Rachel Cohen.
6.ADJOURNMENT
The Regular Meeting of January 5, 2026 will be cancelled due to the New Year's
Day Holiday. The next Special Meeting of the Architectural Review Commission
is scheduled for January 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City
Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.
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Architectural Review Commission Minutes
November 17, 2025, 5:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo
Architectural Review
Commissioners
Present:
Commissioner Kelley Abbas (arrived at 5:12 p.m.),
Commissioner Robert Arens, Commissioner Mick Atkins,
Commissioner Kyle Bell, Commissioner Charles Gerencser, Vice
Chair John Carrion, Chair Ashley Mayou
City Staff Present: Principal Planner Rachel Cohen, Deputy City Clerk Sara Armas,
Deputy City Clerk Andrea Colunga-Lopez
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1. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the San Luis Obispo Architectural Review Commission was
called to order on November 17, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at
City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, by Chair Mayou.
2. PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Public Comment:
None
--End of Public Comment--
3. CONSENT
3.a CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES - SEPTEMBER 8, 2025
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION MINUTES
Motion By Commissioner Gerencser
Second By Commissioner Arens
To approve the Architectural Review Commission Minutes of September 8,
2025.
Ayes (6): Commissioner Arens, Commissioner Atkins, Commissioner Bell,
Commissioner Gerencser, Vice Chair Carrion, and Chair Mayou
Absent (1): Commissioner Abbas
CARRIED (6 to 0)
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4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
4.a REVIEW OF A NEW MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT WITHIN
THE R-3 ZONED PORTION (PHASE 4) OF THE AVILA RANCH
DEVELOPMENT PLAN, WHICH INCLUDES 194 DWELLING UNITS
Commissioner Abbas arrived at 5:12 p.m.
John Rickenbach, Contract Planner, presented the staff report and
responded to Commission inquiries.
Applicant representatives, Carol Florence, Oasis Associates, and Vadim
Zanko, MDA Group (architect) provided a brief overview of the project and
responded to questions raised.
Chair Mayou opened the Public Hearing
Public Comments:
None
--End of Public Comment--
Chair Mayou closed the Public Hearing
Motion By Commissioner Bell
Second By Commissioner Atkins
Recommend the Planning Commission find the project consistent with the
Airport Area Specific Plan (AASP), Avila Ranch Development Plan (ARDP)
Design Framework, and Community Design Guidelines with the following
recommendations:
The design of the buildings be revised to have consistent
articulation on all four sides.
Modify balcony design to provide at least 50% opacity to visually
obscure views of personal storage and preserve privacy.
The shutter design be modified to appear to be operable.
The design of the monument sign be revised to incorporate more
Spanish colonial architectural elements like clay tiles and red colors
to be consistent with the appearance of the Phase 4 residential
buildings and appear less commercial in the design.
The backflow preventer be strategically placed, painted, and
screened to reduce its visibility.
A pedestrian connection from the southwest corner of the “special
aquatic area” and adjacent residential units should extend to
Jespersen Road, if feasible.
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Ayes (7): Commissioner Abbas, Commissioner Arens, Commissioner Bell,
Commissioner Gerencser, Vice Chair Carrion, and Chair Mayou
CARRIED (7 to 0)
5. COMMENT AND DISCUSSION
5.a STAFF UPDATES AND AGENDA FORECAST
Principal Planner Rachel Cohen provided the following updates:
Currently there are no items scheduled for the December 1, 2025
Meeting.
There is one item regarding a project at 175 Crandall Way that is
tentatively scheduled for the December 15, 2025 Meeting.
6. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 6:12 p.m. The next Regular Meeting of the
Architectural Review Commission is scheduled for December 1, 2025 at 5:00
p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.
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APPROVED BY ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION: XX/XX/202X
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ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT
SUBJECT: REVIEW OF A RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT CONSISTING OF 43 UNITS,
A SIGN PROGRAM, TREE REMOVALS, AND SUPPORTING SITE IMPROVEMENTS
SUCH AS ACCESS, LANDSCAPING, AND PARKING. A FENCE HEIGHT EXCEPTION
IS REQUESTED AS PART OF THE PROJECT.
BY: Hannah Hanh, Associate Planner FROM: Rachel Cohen, Principal Planner
Phone Number: (805) 781-7432 Phone Number: (805) 781-7574
Email: hhanh@slocity.org Email: rcohen@slocity.org
APPLICATION NUMBER: ARCH-0364-2025
PROJECT ADDRESSES: 137 and 175 Crandall Way
APPLICANT: Mike April, Reliant Group Management
REPRESENTATIVE: Thom Jess, Arris Studio Architects
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend the Community Development Director find the project consistent with
applicable goals, policies, and guidelines in the Community Design Guidelines and Sign
Regulations. This action may include recommended conditions to address consistency of
the project with these preceding goals, policies, and guidelines.
1.0 PROJECT SUMMARY
Reliant Group Management (Applicant) has applied for a Development Review (ARCH -
0364-2025) application to construct a proposed residential development consisting of (a)
43 units throughout four (4) separate buildings; (b) a sign program; (c) removal of and
compensatory plantings for 43 onsite trees; and (d) supporting site improvements such
as access, landscaping, and parking at 137 and 175 Crandall Way (Attachment A –
Project Plans; Figure 1). The residences are two- to three-bedroom units and designed
as apartments (Building A) and townhouses (Buildings B, C, and D). Proposed s ite
amenities and features include private patios and balconies, common recreational areas
(i.e., study room and roof deck), and assigned surface parking for the apartment building,
and private patios, balconies, and garages for the townhouses. The sign program
includes one (1) projecting sign, attached to the apartment building, to provide visibility
and overall identification for the development along the street frontage. In addition, to
facilitate construction of the rear surface parking area, a fence height exception is
requested to allow a combined retaining wall and guardrail height of up to 11 -feet, 3-
inches for a portion of the perimeter wall/fencing along the southerly property lines. The
existing residences, parking area, and trees would be removed to construct the project
(Attachment A – Sheet A2.0 of Project Plans).
Meeting Date: 12/15/2025
Item Number: 4a
Time Estimate: 45 minutes
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Item 4a
ARCH-0364-2025 (AFFH-0366-2025, TREE-0368-2025)
Architectural Review Commission Report – December 15, 2025
Figure 1 – Project Site
Accompanying Project Applications and Requests
Density Bonus (AFFH-0366-2025)
To construct the residential development at its desired density, it should be noted that the
project includes a density bonus, which provides specific protecti ons for housing
developments and allows the flexibility to deviate from development standards – in the
form of incentives/concessions and waivers/reductions. In accordance with State Density
Bonus Law (SDBL, Government Code Sections 65915 – 65918), the project includes a
50 percent density bonus in exchange for dedicatin g a minimum 15 percent of the base
residential units to very low income households (Attachment B – Density Bonus
Summary). As part of the density bonus, the project qualifies for modified parking
requirements (i.e., 1.5 spaces per two- and three-bedroom units, inclusive of parking for
persons with a disability and guests) and configurations (i.e., tandem spaces) for
residential units under SDBL.
Three (3) incentives or concessions are allowed for projects that dedicate a minimum 15
percent of units to very low-income households per San Luis Obispo Municipal Code
(SLOMC) Section 17.140.070(A)(3). Incentives and concessions are a form of financial
assistance intended to result in cost reductions that allow the project to provide for
affordable housing costs and rents. Two (2) concessions are requested, as follows:
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Item 4a
ARCH-0364-2025 (AFFH-0366-2025, TREE-0368-2025)
Architectural Review Commission Report – December 15, 2025
Compensatory Tree Plantings (SLOMC Section 12.24.090(J)) – Reduce the
required number of compensatory tree plantings and provide 32 replacement
trees, instead of 43 trees as required per a 1:1 onsite replacement ratio. This
concession would reduce the number of required trees to acquire, plant, and
maintain, thus resulting in cost reductions for affordable housing costs and rents.
Parking Stall Sizes (SLOMC Section 12.38.050(H)) – Provide seven (7) parking
spaces that are compact size, instead of standard size. This concession would
accommodate additional parking spaces for the development and limit overall land
area required to be dedicated to parking, thus allowing more effective use of the
site that would result in cost reductions for affordable housing costs and rents.
Per Chapter 4.3 (Density Bonuses and Other Incentives) of Government Code Sections
65915-65918, a project qualifying for a density bonus may receive other forms of
assistance such as waivers or reductions of development standards that physically
preclude construction of the project at its permitted density and with the granted
incentive(s)/concession(s). Waiver(s)/reduction(s) are requested , as follows:
Building Height (SLOMC Table 2-10) – Waive the maximum building height
requirement of 35 feet and construct an apartment building that is 46-feet,7-inches
tall1 and townhouses that are up to 37 feet tall. This waiver would allow the
construction of additional bedrooms and/or units on the third and fourth floors of
these buildings.
Front Setback (SLOMC Table 2-10) – Reduce the minimum required front setback
of ten (10) feet to two (2) feet for the apartment building and eight (8) feet for the
street-facing townhouse (Building B). This reduction would allow the construction
of additional residential units closer to the street frontage.
Side Setback (SLOMC Table 2-11) – Reduce the minimum required side setback2
to five (5) feet for the apartment building and eight (8) feet for the townhouses. This
reduction would allow the construction of additional residential units closer to the
side property lines (to the north and south).
The 50 percent density bonus and its associated concessions and waiver(s)/reduction(s)
are intended to facilitate construction of the project with 4 3 units, as proposed.
1 The apartment building would be 54-feet, 3-inches at the stair tower as allowed for certain
building height projections per SLOMC Section 17.70.080(C)(2).
2 Minimum required side setbacks range from five (5) to ten (10) feet based on building height.
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Item 4a
ARCH-0364-2025 (AFFH-0366-2025, TREE-0368-2025)
Architectural Review Commission Report – December 15, 2025
Tree Removal Application (TREE-0368-2025)
To facilitate the project, 43 onsite trees located within the project footprint (e.g., new
buildings, driveways, parking areas, etc.) would be removed (Attachment C – Arborist
Report and Tree Protection Plan; marked red in Figure 2). Trees proposed for rem oval
include a variety of species (Victorian box, cypress, silver maple, Brazilian pepper, palm,
sweetgum, eucalyptus, pepper tree, oaks, ash, macadamia, etc.), range from 1.5 to 60
inches in diameter breast height (DBH), and are in poor to fair health con dition
(Attachment C – Pages 6-35 of the Arborist Report). In addition, it should be noted that
the existing trees located on neighboring properties would be protected during
construction (e.g., project arborist monitoring, protective fencing, etc.).
Figure 2 – Tree Removals (Excerpt of Attachment C, Page 67)
As part of the project, 32 compensatory trees would be replanted. As described in the
preceding section, a concession is requested as part of the density bonus to reduce the
required number of compensatory plantings. In coordination with the City Arborist, the
proposed landscaping plan (Attachment A – Sheet L1.1 of Project Plans) includes a
selection of tree species that would be relatively tall and provide large canopies at maturity
to address the loss of tree canopy onsite. These trees have been positioned to account
for potential future conflicts with buildings and other site features and are spaced
accordingly to avoid overcrowding (Figure 3). Large canopy trees are proposed in the
parking areas and along the site perimeter and medium-sized trees with upright forms are
proposed near the buildings.
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Item 4a
ARCH-0364-2025 (AFFH-0366-2025, TREE-0368-2025)
Architectural Review Commission Report – December 15, 2025
Figure 3 – Landscaping Plan
Fence Height Exception
To construct a surface parking area in the rear southwest portion of the property, a higher
finished grade is required where the site naturally slopes downwards. To create the higher
finished grade for the parking area, a fence height exception is requested to allow a
combined retaining wall and guardrail height of up to 11-feet, 3-inches (as measured from
the existing lower grade) along a portion of the perimeter wall/fencing (delineated as the
dotted red line in Figure 4; Figure 5; Attachment A – Sheet C-2.2 and Wall A Profile of the
Project Plans). The visible extent of this retaining wall and guardrail combination would
be limited to the side yard area, adjacent to a neighboring parking area and rear yard,
and include intervening landscaping to provide a visual buffer.
Figure 4 – Extent of Fence Height Exception (Retaining Wall and Guardrail)
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Item 4a
ARCH-0364-2025 (AFFH-0366-2025, TREE-0368-2025)
Architectural Review Commission Report – December 15, 2025
Figure 5 – Detail of Retaining Wall and Guardrail
2.0 PURVIEW OF THE COMMISSION
Per SLOMC Section 17.106.040(A)(1), the Architectural Review Commission’s (ARC)
role for Moderate Development Review applications is to (a) evaluate the project for
consistency with applicable goals, policies, and guidelines in the Community Design
Guidelines and Sign Regulations, and (b) provide a recommendation to the Director
regarding consistency of the project with these preceding goals, policies, and guidelines.
Following the ARC’s review, the project will be scheduled for a final review and decision
by the Director. As part of this final review and decision, the Director will review the ARC’s
recommendation and all accompanying project applications and requests .
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Item 4a
ARCH-0364-2025 (AFFH-0366-2025, TREE-0368-2025)
Architectural Review Commission Report – December 15, 2025
3.0 PROJECT SITE INFORMATION
Site Data
Location 137 and 175 Crandall Way
Land Use Designation High Density Residential (HDR)
Zone High-Density Residential (R-4)
Project Site Approximately 1.35 acres
Surrounding Uses
North – Cal Poly SLO
South – Single-family and multi-family residences,
fraternities/sororities
East – Single-family and multi-family residences,
fraternities/sororities
West – Multi-family residences, fraternities/sororities
4.0 PROJECT DESIGN
Architecture – Spanish-style four-story apartment and three-story townhouses
(Figures 6, 7, and 8)
Design details and materials – stucco, clay tile, gable roof, exposed rafters,
breezeways, and ground patios and upper story balconies (Attachment A –
Sheets A4.5 – A4.6, A5.3, A6.3, and A7.0 of Project Plans)
Colors – warm and neutral tones (chestnut, clay, white, brown, and black)
Figure 6 – Rendering Looking West at Apartment Building Along Crandall Way
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Item 4a
ARCH-0364-2025 (AFFH-0366-2025, TREE-0368-2025)
Architectural Review Commission Report – December 15, 2025
Figure 7 – Rendering Looking South at Apartment Building
Figure 8 – Rendering Looking West at Townhouses Along Crandall Way
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Item 4a
ARCH-0364-2025 (AFFH-0366-2025, TREE-0368-2025)
Architectural Review Commission Report – December 15, 2025
5.0 EVALUATION
The project must be consistent with requirements of the General Plan, Zoning
Regulations, Community Design Guidelines (CDG), and Sign Regulations. As proposed,
the project buildings include a cohesive architectural st yle and palette of colors and
materials. The building design incorporates different elements such as clay tile, gable
roofs, exposed rafters, breezeways, ground patios, and upper story balconies to provide
architectural interest. The proposed sign program also provides sufficient visibility and
identification of the development without resulting in visual clutter. Aside from the
discussion item identified in Table 1 below for the ARC’s review, staff has evaluated the
project design and found it generally consistent with applicable guidelines in the CDG,
particularly Sections 5.4(C)(1) and 5.4(C)(3), for thoughtful incorporation of different
architectural elements and articulation to reduce the scale and break up massing of the
structures. In addition, the sign program (i.e., projecting sign) is consistent with the intent
of the Sign Regulations to provide minimal signage that is compatible with the
development and its surroundings and complements the project architecture.
Table 1 – Consistency with Community Design Guidelines
Section Discussion Item
5.2(F)
Exterior
Finish
Materials
The CDG states that the use of combined materials can provide visual
interest and texture; however, all sides of each single -family dwelling or
multi-family structure should employ the same materials, design details,
and window treatment. No residential structure should have a carefully
designed and detailed facade facing the street, and use bland, featureless
stucco or other simple materials on the other exterior building walls. Each
residential structure should look like the same building from all sides. The
ARC should discuss whether the west elevation of Buildings B and D
(Figure 9) and east and west elevations of Building C (Figure 10)
sufficiently incorporate exterior materials and finishes to provide
architectural interest in the interior of the site, and whether any
building design or material changes are necessary to comply with the
CDG. In comparison to the other elevations of these townhouses, staff finds
these interior-facing elevations to be inconsistent with this guideline due to
the limited use of exterior finishes and articulation. In order to provide
additional dimension and/or interest, consider whether any additional
and/or different elements or features (e.g., use of pop-outs and/or seating
areas similar to the east elevation of Buildings B and D) should be
incorporated into the design of these elevations for texture, shading, etc.
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Item 4a
ARCH-0364-2025 (AFFH-0366-2025, TREE-0368-2025)
Architectural Review Commission Report – December 15, 2025
Figure 9 – Building B and D Elevations
Figure 10 – Building C Elevations
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Item 4a
ARCH-0364-2025 (AFFH-0366-2025, TREE-0368-2025)
Architectural Review Commission Report – December 15, 2025
6.0 PROJECT STATISTICS
Table 2 – Summary of Development Standards
Project Details Proposed Allowed / Required
Maximum Residential Density 36 units / net acre3 24 units / net acre
Minimum Front Setback4 2 feet (apartment)
8 feet (townhouse) 10 feet
Minimum Side Setback5
5 feet (apartment for
entire height)
8 feet (townhouses for
the entire height)
5 – 10 feet6
Minimum Rear Setback 12 feet 5 – 10 feet6
Maximum Building Height7 47 feet (apartment)
37 feet (townhouses) 35 feet
Maximum Lot Coverage 42% 60%
Tree Removals8 32 onsite trees 43 onsite trees
Total Number of Car Spaces9
EV Ready
EV Capable
78 spaces
8 EV ready spaces
40 EV capable spaces
65 spaces
7 EV ready spaces
33 EV capable spaces
Total Number of Bicycle Spaces
Short-term
Long-term
130 spaces
10 short-term spaces
120 long-term spaces
95 spaces
9 short-term spaces
86 long-term spaces
Environmental Review Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15332
(In-Fill Development Projects)
3 The project includes a 50 percent density bonus in accordance with SDBL.
4 A reduction is requested to reduce the minimum front setback and allow construction of
residential units closer to the front property line.
5 A reduction is requested to reduce the minimum side setback and allow construction of
residential units closer to the side property lines (to the north and south).
6 The minimum required side and rear setbacks are dependent on the proposed building height
as detailed in Table 2-11.
7 A waiver is requested to exceed the maximum building height and allow construction of
bedrooms and residential units on the third and fourth floors of these buildings.
8 The City Arborist shall review and provide a recommendation to the Director per SLOMC Section
12.24.090(F)(3). A concession is also requested to reduce the number of compensatory plantings.
9 The project utilizes parking requirements for residential units under SDBL.
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Item 4a
ARCH-0364-2025 (AFFH-0366-2025, TREE-0368-2025)
Architectural Review Commission Report – December 15, 2025
7.0 POSSIBLE ACTIONS
1. Staff Recommendation: Recommend the Community Development Director find
the project consistent with applicable goals, policies, and guidelines in the
Community Design Guidelines and Sign Regulations. This action may include
recommended conditions to address consistency of the project with these
preceding goals, policies, and guidelines.
2. Continue the review. To ensure compliance with State Law with the processing of
housing projects, an action continuing the review should include clear direction to
the applicant and staff regarding the additional information required to make a
recommendation and all pertinent issues related to consistency with the
Community Design Guidelines and Sign Regulations.
3. Recommend the Community Development Director find the project inconsistent
with applicable policies, guidelines, and requirements in the General Plan, Zoning
Regulations, Community Design Guidelines, Sign Regulations and/or other policy
document(s). This action should include findings that cite the basis for the
recommendation and reference inconsistency(ies) with goals, policies, guidelines,
and requirements in the preceding documents.
8.0 ATTACHMENTS
A. Project Plans
B. Density Bonus Summary
C. Arborist Report and Tree Protection Plan
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CONSTRUCT 6' ATTACHED SIDEWALK PER CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO STANDARDS
CONSTRUCT CURB AND GUTTER PER CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO STANDARD DETAILS
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1319 MARSH STREET, SUITE 200, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401 | P: (805) 547-2240 | W: ARRIS-STUDIO.COM
THOMAS E. JESS, ARCHITECT #C27608 | ADRIANA J. COOK, ARCHITECT #ARI-6543 (OR)
November 4, 2025
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
Hannah Hanh
Phone: (805) 781-7432
Email: hhanh@slocity.org
REGARDING: State Density Bonus Summary
175 Crandall Way
APPLICATION: ARCH-0364-2025
AFFH-0366-2025
TREE-0368-2025
This memo describes how the State Density Bonus Law (SDBL) (California Government Code Section 95915)
applies to the 175 Crandall Way project proposed in San Luis Obispo, CA.
The applicable excerpts from the SDBL are described below. Please note that some sections are
abbreviated for clarity. If the full text is beneficial, a full copy can be found at:
https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?sectionNum=65915&lawCode=GO
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The applicant requests to utilize the provisions of the SDBL.
Subdivision (b)(1) states: A city shall grant one density bonus, the amount of which shall be as specified
in subdivision (f), and, if requested by the applicant, incentives or concessions, as described in
subdivision (d), waivers or reductions of development standards, as described in subdivision (e), and
parking ratios, as described in subdivision (p), when an applicant for a housing development seeks and
agrees to construct a housing development, excluding any units permitted by the density bonus
awarded pursuant to this section, that will contain at least any one of the following: (B) Five percent of
the total units of a housing development for very low-income households.
Pursuant to subdivision (f) the applicant is providing 15% of the base allowable residential density as very
low-income units in exchange for a 50% density bonus. The very low-income units have been identified
in the plans as Units 203, 205, 303, 305 & 403.
Pursuant to subdivision (p) the applicant is requesting a vehicular parking ratio, inclusive of parking for
persons with disabilities and guests, of: (A) zero to one bedroom: one onsite parking space. (B) two to
three bedrooms: one and one-half onsite parking spaces. Utilizing this parking ratio does not reduce the
number of incentives or concessions, or waivers that the applicant is eligible for.
Pursuant to subdivision (d)(2)(C) the applicant shall receive three incentives or concessions for providing
at least 15% for very low-income households. The applicant is requesting two incentives or concessions
and is reserving the right to request an additional incentive or concession at a later date.
Incentive or Concession #1
The applicant is requesting an incentive or concession for a reduction in the number of required
replacement trees per San Luis Obispo Municipal Code (SLOMC) section 12.24.090.J. The project
includes the removal of 43 trees, which requires a 1:1 onsite or a 2:1 offsite replacement ratio. The
applicant is requesting a reduction of 11 replacement trees. The applicant will provide 32 trees onsite.
Incentive or Concession #2
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175 Crandall Way Application Number ARCH-0364-2025; AFFH-0366-2025; TREE-0368-2025
San Luis Obispo PAGE 2
1319 MARSH STREET, SUITE 200, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401 | P: (805) 547-2240 | W: ARRIS-STUDIO.COM
THOMAS E. JESS, ARCHITECT #C27608 | ADRIANA J. COOK, ARCHITECT #ARI-6543 (OR)
The applicant is requesting a second incentive or concession to allow for the use of seven compact
parking stalls. The incorporation of a limited number of compact parking stalls is being proposed to
save two existing trees.
The city shall grant the incentives or concessions because the requested incentives or concessions result
in identifiable and actual cost reductions to provide for affordable housing costs, or for rents for the
targeted units. For incentive or concession #1, not planting the additional trees is a cost savings to the
project. For incentive of concession #2, maximizing the number of onsite parking spaces within the
same parking area is a net cost reduction to the project. The requested incentives or concessions do
not have a specific, adverse impact upon the public health and safety or physical environment or on
any real property that is listed in the California Registry of Historic Resources and for which there is no
feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid without rendering the development unaffordable to
low-income and moderate-income households. The incentives or concessions are not contrary to state
or federal law.
Pursuant to subdivision (e)(1) in no case may a city apply any development standard that will have the
effect of physically precluding the construction of a development at the densities or with the
concessions or incentives permitted by this section. An applicant may submit to the city, a proposal for
the waiver or reduction of development standards that will have the effect of physically precluding the
construction of a development at the densities or with the concessions or incentives permitted under
this section.
The applicant is requesting three waivers or reductions of development standards that will have the
effect of physically precluding the construction of the development at the density proposed. These
waivers are described below.
Waiver #1
The first waiver requests relief from SLOMC section 17.22.020.A which requires a 10-foot minimum front
setback. The development is proposing a 2-foot front setback along Crandall Way. Complying with this
requirement would reduce or remove eight apartments. This would reduce the residential fractional or
actual density. The applicant has explored alternatives to comply with the 10-foot setback such as
moving the building or reducing the size of the apartments. However, all the options resulted in a
reduction in the fractional or actual residential density. Granting the requested waiver would not have
a specific, adverse impact upon the public health and safety or physical environment or on any real
property that is listed in the California Registry of Historic Resources and for which there is no feasible
method to satisfactorily mitigate. Not granting this waiver would have the effect of physically
precluding the construction of a development at the density proposed.
Waiver #2
The second waiver requests a reduction in the setback requirements in the SLOMC section 17.22.020.B,
Table 2-11, R-4 Zone Minimum Interior Side and Rear Setbacks. The specific request is for a reduction in
the stepped side and rear setback varying from 5’ to 10’ depending on the height of the building along
the North and South property lines. Complying with this requirement would eliminate bedrooms from
fourteen townhomes and twelve apartment units. The applicant has explored alternatives to comply
with the 10-foot setback such as moving the building or reducing the size of the apartments. However,
all the options resulted in a reduction in the fractional or actual residential density. Granting the
requested waiver would not have a specific, adverse impact upon the public health and safety or
physical environment or on any real property that is listed in the California Registry of Historic Resources
and for which there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate. Not granting this waiver would have
the effect of physically precluding the construction of a development at the density proposed.
Waiver #3
The third waiver requests a modification of the allowable building height requirement in SLOMC section
17.40.020, Table 2-21, of 35 feet to allow for a maximum building height of 37’-0” at the townhomes, and
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175 Crandall Way Application Number ARCH-0364-2025; AFFH-0366-2025; TREE-0368-2025
San Luis Obispo PAGE 3
1319 MARSH STREET, SUITE 200, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401 | P: (805) 547-2240 | W: ARRIS-STUDIO.COM
THOMAS E. JESS, ARCHITECT #C27608 | ADRIANA J. COOK, ARCHITECT #ARI-6543 (OR)
46’-7” to the top of the roof parapet and 54’-3” to the top of the stair tower at the apartment building.
Complying with this requirement would limit the apartment building to three stories and eliminate seven
residential units. The applicant has explored alternatives. However, keeping the building to 35’ tall
would significantly increase the building footprint and require structured parking which would physically
preclude the development at the density proposed. Granting the requested waiver would not have a
specific, adverse impact upon the public health and safety or physical environment or on any real
property that is listed in the California Registry of Historic Resources and for which there is no feasible
method to satisfactorily mitigate. Not granting this waiver would have the effect of physically
precluding the construction of a development at the density proposed.
In this memo, the applicant states that granting the requested concessions, incentives or waivers is
necessary to allow for the construction of the development at the proposed density and complies with
the requirements in the SDBL. Alternatives that would not have required this concession, incentive or
waivers, such as increasing the building footprint and placing parking under the building, have been
explored. No alternatives have been found to be viable. This statement fulfills the applicant’s
requirements for requesting the concessions, incentives, and waivers. If the city does not agree with the
applicant’s statement, the applicant respectfully requests that, per subdivision (d)(1), the city make a
written finding, based on substantial evidence to the contrary.
Thank you for this review. Please feel free to call or contact us with any questions or comments.
Sincerely,
ARRIS STUDIO ARCHITECTS
Rebecca Johnson
Phone: (805) 547-2240 ext.131
Email: rjohnson@arris-studio.com
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Customer : Reliant Group Management Date : December 18, 2024
Revision Date : July 8 , 2025
2nd Revision Date : 8/27/25
3rd Revision Date : Nov. 4, 2025
Address: 175 Crandall Way San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
ARBORIST REPORT AND TREE PROTECTION PLAN
This tree protection plan for multiple trees in San Luis Obispo, CA. The trees that will be
affected or close to construction will be tagged for easy identification. We were hired as
consulting arborists on this project to inform and educate on how to protect the trees during all
construction phases along with creating a tree protection plan. This protection plan is based on
site review and current site plans to create accurate assessments. After assessment of the site
and plans, if impacts to the trees are too great, we will recommend changes to the plans. Due to
these possible changes, this report should be read by the owner and their representatives so
any changes are understood and addressed before submitted to the appropriate government
agency.
It is the property owners responsibility to provide a copy of this report to any
contractors that may work within the critical root zone of the trees listed on this report. It
is the property owners responsibility to ensure contractors follow and understand the
rules set forth by this protection plan. Any changes made to the project that fall within the
critical root zones must be reviewed by the project arborist. After review, implementation of
mitigation measures may need to be addressed before changes can proceed. If any
clarification is needed for anyone working with the CRZ, the client shall reach out to us and it
will be provided by the arborists at Kokers Demo & Tree Service. It is the customers
responsibility to inform us if they would like us present at any pre-construction meetings.
This project is for the development of a parcel located at 175 Crandall Way in San Luis
Obispo, California. All protected trees are listed and numbered on a spreadsheet. Please see
spreadsheet for details on listed trees. Most trees have minimal impact and the other trees that
have a greater impact will be monitored to help preserve their health throughout the entire
construction process.
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Terms you may see in this report :
CRZ - Critical Root Zone - This is where the sensitive roots of the tree exist. The
“ Critical Root Zone “ (CRZ) means an area that is within a circle circumscribed around the trunk
of a tree using a radius of 1 foot per inch DBH.
Example of CRZ - a 20 inch diameter at breast height tree will have a CRZ with a radius of 20
feet.
Dripline - The dripline is the area directly located under the outer circumference of the tree
branches / canopy.
DBH - Diameter at breast height, normally about 4 ft 6 inches from ground.
Vigor - Overall health of tree
Branch Collar - area where the branch joins another branch or trunk.
Canopy - collective branches and foliage of a tree or group of trees’ crowns.
Crown - upper part of a tree, consisting of the branches and foliage.
Cavity - Open or closed hollow area within the tree, this is usually associated with decay.
Foliage - leaves of a plant
Root Collar - area where the main roots join the trunk or main stem of the plant. Usually at or
near ground level.
Codominant Stems - forked stems nearly the same size in diameter, arising from a common
junction that lacks a normal branch union.
Included Bark - bark that becomes embedded in a crotch between branch and trunk or
between codominant stems . Causes a weak structure.
Absorbing Roots - A tree's absorbing roots are within the top 12 inches of soil. These are fine
fibrous roots that take up water and minerals.
Scarification - to break up the surface of topsoil or pavement.
Tree Protection Zone - described as the area within the orange tree protection fencing.
Shall - Word that designates a mandatory requirement.
Should - Word that designates an advisory recommendation.
Brown Rot - Wood-decay fungus, fungi that digest moist wood, causing rot, includes various
species that infect living trees and cured wood.
Porous - material that allows water from precipitation to pass through, yet are strong and
durable enough to support vehicular or pedestrian traffic.
Epicormic shoot - shoot arising from a dormant bud or newly formed adventitious tissue.
Evergreen - a tree has its leaves all year round
Deciduous - tree loses its leaves annually
Tree Information:
Live Oaks ( Quercus agrifolia ) - Evergreen - Native
● Construction tolerance - Good
● Size - 25 to 85 ft tall , 15 ft to 35 ft wide
● Growth Rate - Moderate to Slow
● Sun - Full sun, Part shade
● Moisture - Low, summer irrigation max 1x per month if needed
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● Form : Rounded
● Leaves : Rich green color
● Water : Low, summer irrigation max 1x per month if needed
● Soil : deep, well draining loam with pH levels 4.0 to 8.0
Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum ) - Evergreen - Non Native
● Size - 24 to 40 ft tall , 30 to 40 ft wide
● Growth Rate - Rapid
● Sun - Sun or Shade
● Moisture - Drought Tolerant , Low, summer irrigation max 1x per month if needed
● Form : Pyramidal
● Leaves : Lance shaped with wavy margins
● Soil : ph 5.5 - 7.0
Siberian Elm (Ulmus pumila ) - Deciduous - Non Native
● Construction tolerance - Good
● Size - 50 to 70 feet in height, 35 to 50 feet wide
● Growth Rate - Rapid
● Sun - Full sun
● Moisture - Low, summer irrigation max 1x per month if needed
● Form : Vase shaped crown
● Leaves : dark green upper surface, and light green beneath
● Soil : Clay, Loam (Silt), Sand ,Shallow Rocky ,pH levels 5.5 to 8.0
Canary Date Palm ( Phoenix canariensis ) - Evergreen - Non native
● Size - 40 to 60 feet tall and 20 to 40 feet wide
● Growth Rate - Slow
● Sun - Full sun
● Moisture - Low, summer irrigation max 1x per month if needed
● Form : Columnar, Erect ,Open
● Leaves : stiff, deep green, odd pinnately compound, linear, entire, and spirally arranged
● Soil : moist, well-drained, rich loam soil or potting mix with a slightly acidic to neutral pH
6.0 to 8.0
Italian Cypress ( Cupressus sempervirens ) - Evergreen - Non native
● Construction tolerance - Good
● Size - 40 ft to 70 ft tall , 3 ft to 6 ft wide
● Growth Rate - Medium
● Sun - Full sun
● Moisture - Low, summer irrigation max 1x per month if needed
● Form : Columnar, Dense, Erect, Pyramidal
● Leaves : scale-like leaves are a dark blue-green
● Soil : moist, well draining loam with pH levels 6.0 to 8.0
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Silver Maple ( Acer saccharinum ) - Deciduous - Non Native
● Construction tolerance - Poor to Moderate
● Size - 50-80 feet tall and 40-60 feet wide
● Growth Rate - Rapid
● Sun - Full sun, Partial shade
● Moisture - Low, summer irrigation max 1x per month if needed
● Form : Erect, Open, Oval, Rounded, Spreading
● Leaves : opposite, palmately veined leaf with 5 deeply cut lobes; silvery underside;
medium green on top, yellow, brown, green combination fall color
● Soil : moist, well draining Clay, High Organic Matter, Loam (Silt), Sand, Shallow Rocky
with pH levels 6.0 to 8.0
Brazilian Pepper Tree ( Schinus terebinthifolia ) - Evergreen - Non Native
● Construction tolerance - Moderate
● Size - 23 to 35 ft tall , 25 ft wide
● Growth Rate - ~24 in/year
● Sun - Full sun
● Moisture - Low, summer irrigation max 1x per month if needed
● Form : Rounded , Oval
● Leaves : dark green above and paler green below
● Soil : Loam or Sand or Clay , Slightly Acidic to Very Alkaline
Ash ( Fraxinus spp. ) - Deciduous - Non native
● Construction tolerance - Moderate
● Size - 60 to 80 ft tall , 50 ft wide
● Growth Rate - Approximately 1.5 ft in height yearly
● Sun - Full sun, Part shade
● Moisture - Low, summer irrigation max 1x per month if needed
● Leaves : Green Color
● Soil : deep, well draining with pH levels 6.0 to 8.0
Sweetgum ( Liquidambar styraciflua ) - Deciduous - Non Native
● Construction tolerance - Poor to Good
● Size - 60 to 100 feet tall, 40-50 foot spread
● Growth Rate - Rapid
● Sun - Full sun, Partial shade
● Moisture - Low, summer irrigation max 1x per month if needed
● Form : Pyramidal , Spreading
● Leaves : deep green leaves with toothed margins
● Soil : moist , well draining loam with pH levels 6.0 to 8.0
Windmill Palm ( Trachycarpus fortunei ) - Evergreen - Non Native
● Size - 20 to 40 feet tall , 4 ft to 6 ft wide
● Growth Rate - Medium
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● Sun - Full sun, Partial shade
● Leaves : fan-shaped to circular, green color with undersides that have a glaucous color,
covered with a grayish-waxy coating
● Soil : well draining loam with pH levels 6.0 to 8.0
Blue Gum Eucalyptus ( Eucalyptus globulus ) - Evergreen
● Construction tolerance - Moderate
● Size - 80 ft tall , 30 to 75 ft wide
● Growth Rate - Approx. 36 in / year
● Sun - Full sun
● Moisture - Medium
● Form : Rounded
● Leaves : Alternate, Simple ,Sickle-shaped ,Dark Green
● Soil : Loam or Sand or Clay , Slightly Acidic to Very Alkaline
Blue Oak ( Quercus douglasii ) - Deciduous - Native
● Size - 82 ft tall , 30 ft wide
● Construction tolerance - Moderate
● Growth Rate - slow
● Sun - Full sun and partial shade
● Moisture - Low
● Soil pH - 6.0 to 8.0
● Bark Color: Pale Grey and textured
● Form - Upright, Rounded, Upright Columnar
● Dormancy - Summer Semi-deciduous, Winter Deciduous
● Leaf color : Bluish Green
Longleaf Pepper ( Schinus longifolia ) - Evergreen
● Construction tolerance - Moderate
● Size - 20 to 40 ft tall , 15 to 25 ft wide
● Growth Rate - Moderate
● Sun - Full sun , Part shade
● Moisture - Medium
Arborist Reports for Tree Removals :
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Tree tag # : # 111
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 5 in / 4 in / 5 in
Height : 15 ft
Crown Spread : 61 ft E - W ( this spread is combined from tree #111 to C8 )
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ. This tree has a codominant
spar with included bark. There are three main leaders.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
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Tree tag # : # 112
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 5 in / 3.5 in / 3 in
Height : 15 ft
Crown Spread : 61 ft E - W ( this spread is combined from tree #111 to C8 )
Tree Health Rating : 3 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ. This is a multi spar trunk
with one spar previously removed. Multiple areas of rot were present. Frass was present at
time of inspection. The only physical pest present at inspection were ants.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
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Tree tag # : # 113
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 4 in / 5 in
Height : 15 ft
Crown Spread : 61 ft E - W ( this spread is combined from tree #111 to C8 )
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ. The main trunk is a
codominant with included bark. There is a wound at the base of the trunk. Old wounds where
previous trimming had taken place were rotten and not healed properly.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
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Tree tag # : # 114
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 4.5 in / 3 in / 2 in / 5 in
Height : 15 ft
Crown Spread : 61 ft E - W ( this spread is combined from tree #111 to C8 )
Tree Health Rating : 2 - poor ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is low and in poor condition.
A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ. Two spars have previously
been removed. One spar is dead. The small crown is sparse.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
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Tree tag # : # 115
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 3 in / 1.5 in
Height : 15 ft
Crown Spread : 61 ft E - W ( this spread is combined from tree #111 to C8 )
Tree Health Rating : 1 - Poor ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is low and in poor condition.
A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ. This tree is suppressed and
has multiple areas of rot.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
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Tree tag # : # C1
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 3 in
Height : 15 ft
Crown Spread : 61 ft E - W ( this spread is combined from tree #111 to C8 )
Tree Health Rating : 3 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ. This tree had two main
leaders, one has been previously removed.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. Tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # 116
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 6 in / 5 in / 3 in
Height : 15 ft
Crown Spread : 61 ft E - W ( this spread is combined from tree #111 to C8 )
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
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A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ. This tree has three main
leaders and rot visible at time of inspection.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # C2
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 3 in / 4 in
Height : 15 ft
Crown Spread : 61 ft E - W ( this spread is combined from tree #111 to C8 )
Tree Health Rating : 3 / 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ. There is a wound at the
base of the trunk.
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Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # C3
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 4 in / 3 in
Height : 15 ft
Crown Spread : 61 ft E - W ( this spread is combined from tree #111 to C8 )
Tree Health Rating : 3 / 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
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Tree tag # : # C4
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 5 in / 3 in
Height : 15 ft
Crown Spread : 61 ft E - W ( this spread is combined from tree #111 to C8 )
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # C5
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 4 in / 4 in / 3 in
Height : 15 ft
Crown Spread : 61 ft E - W ( this spread is combined from tree #111 to C8 )
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. Tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
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Tree tag # : # C6
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 3.5 in
Height : 10 ft
Crown Spread : 61 ft E - W ( this spread is combined from tree #111 to C8 )
Tree Health Rating : 3 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ. This tree is showing signs of
suppression. Epicormic shoots were visible at time of inspection.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
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Tree tag # : # C7
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 3 in / 4 in
Height : 13 ft
Crown Spread : 61 ft E - W ( this spread is combined from tree #111 to C8 )
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ. There was a wound at the
base of the trunk.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # C8
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 4 in / 3 in / 3 in
Height : 13 ft
Crown Spread : 61 ft E - W ( this spread is combined from tree #111 to C8 )
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Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ. This tree has three main
spars. It is missing one spar. There is a crack also visible.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # C9
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 5 in / 5 in
Height : 11 ft
Crown Spread : 13 ft E - W
Tree Health Rating : 3 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
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A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ. There is a wound present
on the trunk of the tree.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # C10
Tree Species :Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 7 in
Height : 9 ft
Crown Spread : 17 ft E - W
Tree Health Rating : 3 / 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ. DBH was measured below
sparing. Surface roots were visible.
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Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # C11
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 4 in
Height : 10 ft
Crown Spread : 17 ft E - W
Tree Health Rating : 2 /3 - poor to fair( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is low to normal and in a low fair
condition. A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ. Rot was present
on the tree. Surface roots were also visible.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
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Tree tag # : # C12
Tree Species : Victorian Box ( Pittosporum undulatum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 4 in / 2.5 in
Height : 10 ft
Crown Spread : 10 ft SE - NW
Tree Health Rating : 3 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
A paved driveway and parking lot is located within this tree's CRZ. Areas of rot and decay were
present at time of inspection.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # C13
Tree Species : Cypress ( Cupressus spp. )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 12 in
Height : 40 ft
Crown Spread : 16 ft NE - SW
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Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
This tree is located against the side of the first building. The majority of the tree's root system is
covered either by infrastructure or a paved driveway and parking lot.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # C14
Tree Species : Cypress ( Cupressus spp. )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 9 in
Height : 40 ft
Crown Spread : 15 ft NE - SW
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
This tree is located against the side of the first building. The majority of the tree's root system is
covered either by infrastructure or a paved driveway and parking lot.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # 117
Tree Species : Silver Maple ( Acer saccharinum )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 21 in
Height : 26 ft
Crown Spread : 40 ft E - W
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
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This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
Old wounds show signs of rot and decay.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # 118
Tree Species : Brazilian Pepper ( Schinus terebinthifolia )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 40 in
Height : 20 ft
Crown Spread : 27 ft E - W
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
Surface roots and girdling roots were visible at time of inspection.
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Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # 119
Tree Species : Sweetgum ( Liquidambar styraciflua )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 21 in
Height : 40 ft
Crown Spread : 37 ft SE - NW
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
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This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
Girdling roots were visible at time of inspection.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # 121
Tree Species : Sweetgum ( Liquidambar styraciflua )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 14 in
Height : 38 ft
Crown Spread : 25 ft SW - NE
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
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Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # 122
Tree Species : Sweetgum ( Liquidambar styraciflua )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 15 in
Height : 40 ft
Crown Spread : 12.5 ft SW - NE
Tree Health Rating : 2 - Poor ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is low and in poor condition.
Girdling roots were visible at time of inspection.
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Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # 123
Tree Species : Sweetgum ( Liquidambar styraciflua )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 8 in
Height : 32 ft
Crown Spread : 14 ft SW - NE
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
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Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # 124
Tree Species : Sweetgum ( Liquidambar styraciflua )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 12 in
Height : 30 ft
Crown Spread : 21 ft SW - NE
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # NT 6
Tree Species : Canary Date Palm ( Phoenix canariensis )
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Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 60 in
Height : 26 ft
Crown Spread : 30 ft S - N
Tree Health Rating : 5 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # NT 7
Tree Species : Windmill Palm ( Trachycarpus fortunei )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 12 in
Height : 30 ft
Crown Spread : 7 ft SW - NE
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # NT 8
Tree Species : Italian Cypress ( Cupressus sempervirens )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 12 in
Height : 30 ft
Crown Spread : 7 ft SW - NE
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
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Tree tag # : # NT 9
Tree Species : Italian Cypress ( Cupressus sempervirens )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 12 in
Height : 30 ft
Crown Spread : 9 ft SW - NE
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # NT 10
Tree Species : Italian Cypress ( Cupressus sempervirens )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 6 in
Height : 40 ft
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # NT 11
Tree Species : Italian Cypress ( Cupressus sempervirens )
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Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 6 in
Height : 40 ft
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # NT 12
Tree Species : Italian Cypress ( Cupressus sempervirens )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 6 in
Height : 40 ft
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # NT 13
Tree Species : Chinese Elm ( Ulmus parvifolia )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 14 in
Height : 40 ft
Crown Spread : 50ft SE - NW
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
The tree is located on neighboring property. This tree has a multi-point trunk and DBH was
guesstimated due to its location not being on the project property.
Impacts : This tree will receive impacts from construction in the form of compaction and
grading. The parking lot will be placed within the critical root zone of this tree. Trenching will
also be a form of impact to this for the sewer tie in.
Tree tag # : # NT 14
Tree Species : Blue Gum Eucalyptus ( Eucalyptus globulus )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 24 in
Height : 65 ft
Crown Spread : 55 ft SE - NW
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
The tree is located on neighboring property.
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Construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the proposed building area and
remodel. This tree will receive impacts from construction in the form of compaction and grading.
The parking lot will be placed within the critical root zone of this tree. Trenching will also be a
form of impact to this for the sewer tie in.
Tree tag # : # NT 15 - Proposed for Removal as of 9/5/25
Tree Species : Longleaf Pepper Tree ( Schinus longifolia )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 16 in
Height : 25 ft
Crown Spread : 25 ft SW - NE
Tree Health Rating : 2 - Poor ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is low and in poor condition. The
tree is located behind a building on the property line. There is an ivy plant growing up the trunk
of the tree.
Construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the proposed building area and
remodel. This tree will receive impacts from construction in the form of compaction, trenching.
And construction of the retaining wall. It is marked for removal due to impacts.
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Tree tag # : # NT 16
Tree Species : Italian Cypress ( Cupressus sempervirens )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 12 in
Height : 20 ft
Crown Spread : 9 ft SW - NE
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # 152
Tree Species : Blue Oak ( Quercus douglasii )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 10 in
Height : 22 ft
Crown Spread : 20 ft NE - SW
Tree Health Rating : 2 - Poor ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is low to normal and in poor
condition. This tree is located on the neighboring property. When compared to other Blue Oaks
near this tree, the crown is sparse and smaller in size. This tree is suppressed compared to the
other trees near it along with the leaf color being less vibrant.
Construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the proposed building area and
remodel. The tree would receive from construction in the form of compaction.
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Tree tag # : # NT 1
Tree Species : Ash ( Fraxinus spp. )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 8 in
Height : 25 ft
Crown Spread : 18 ft NE - SW
Tree Health Rating : 3 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # NT 2
Tree Species : Macadamia ( Macadamia integrifolia )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 8 in
Height : 20 ft
Crown Spread : 12 ft NE - SW
Tree Health Rating : 4 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # NT 3
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Tree Species : Live Oak ( Quercus agrifolia )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 4 in
Height : 15 ft
Crown Spread : 9.5 ft NE - SW
Tree Health Rating : 3 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
Due to its location nestled into a bundle of trees, this tree is showing signs of suppression.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Tree tag # : # 120
Tree Species : Ash ( Fraxinus spp. )
Diameter at Breast Height ( DBH) : 8 in
Height : 25 ft
Crown Spread : 17.5 ft NE - SW
Tree Health Rating : 3 - Fair ( see below for description of rating system )
This tree is located on a flat topography. The vigor of the tree is normal and in fair condition.
This tree has a multi trunk.
Reason for removal and construction Impacts : This tree is located in the footprint of the
proposed building area and remodel. The tree would receive 100% impact from construction.
Protection Plan :
This protection plan will be implemented on all trees listed in this report and any
surrounding trees. The main goal with this protection plan is to preserve all trees that are within
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the construction area. Using tree protection measures will ensure the safety and health of all
the native and non-native trees on the property.
Tree Rating System -
A rating System of 1 - 10 was used for visually establishing the overall condition of the trees.
The trees are rated based on certain factors, including but not limited to the tree's vigor, pests ,
growth, conks, cavities, splits, bark appearance, past failures, pruning scars, etc. The rating
system is defined as follows:
Rating Condition
0 Deceased
1 Very Poor - Evidence of massive past failures, extreme
disease and or is in severe decline.
2 Poor - May be saved with attention to any of the following -
Pruning, insect/pest eradication and future monitoring
3 Fair - Some past failures, some pests or structural defects
that may be mitigated with pruning.
4 Fair - May have had minor past failures, deadwood, minor
Structural defects, some pests
5 Good - Relatively healthy tree with little structural and or
pest defects
6 Good - Healthy tree that probably can be left in it natural
state
7 - 9 Very Good - Ratings reserved for trees that have had
proper arboricultural pruning and attention or have no
apparent structural defects
10 Excellent - Healthy tree with excellent structure and
foliage. No signs of problems and has had proper care.
Work within CRZ - Any work that would take place within the CRZ and tree protection zone
must be approved by the project arborist before digging. If approved, the customer shall have
the project arborist monitoring if the customer uncovers roots 1 inches or bigger in diameter.
The project arborist shall determine when to be onsite to monitor any digging within the CRZ.
Any damage must be reported to the arborist within 24 hours of discovery of damage. Any
exposed roots shall be recovered with soil the same day they were exposed. If they cannot be
covered within the same day, then they must be covered with burlap or another suitable
material. This material shall be watered and wet down 2 times a day until they can be
recovered. Always avoid disturbing more than the top 2” of soil under the tree.
Drip line Encroachment - Encroachment shall only be up to 25% of the canopy on healthy
trees. If further encroachment shall occur, the project arborist will advise on the safest methods
possible to reduce the damage to the tree and monitoring shall be required.
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Arborist Monitoring - Any monitoring deemed will be billed to the customer with a two hour
minimum. The project arborist shall be present when needed for selected activities or
construction phases. This doesn't have to be continuous monitoring but more needed when
within the CRZ. It is advised that the project manager contacts the project arborist 72 hours
prior to when monitoring is needed to assure arborists availability. All monitoring will be
documented.
Arborist SHALL be present / contacted for the following -
● Pre - Construction Meeting
● Any plan changes that will impact the protected trees ( utilities , grading
trenching, drainage, etc. )
● Tree Pruning if needed
● Tree protection fencing Approval
● Post Construction Inspection
● Driveway construction that impacts protected trees
● Any construction that is within 5 ft of CRZ or within CRZ
Protective Fencing - A protective fencing shall be placed around the critical root zone of all
trees listed in this report. All fencing shall be placed before any grading can begin. Fencing
shall be an orange plastic safety fence ( also known as snow fencing ) standing 5 feet tall
supported by tee posts. Tee posts shall be placed eight feet apart on center. Fencing can be
fastened with wire or zip ties. The fencing will be installed at the outside of the critical root zone
unless modifications are approved by the project arborist. Fencing can be placed in an
individual set up or set around groups of trees. If during an arborist visit, employee vehicles or
other equipment is parked under any non-fenced trees, then all trees on site will need to have
fencing installed. A major cause of a tree's decline is caused by compaction and vehicles /
heavy equipment can easily compact the soil. Signs shall be attached to the fencing at a
maximum spacing of twenty feet. The sign must state “ WARNING - TREE PROTECTION
ZONE” . This sign must be readily visible, durable, waterproof and must read as follows :
WARNING
Tree Protection Zone
No personnel, equipment, materials,
and vehicles are allowed.
DO NOT remove this fence without
permission from
Kokers Demo & Tree Service
805-423-4933
Where drip line encroachment occurs, extra root zone protection shall happen on the
other side of the tree to compensate.
Once the safety fence is placed, the project arborist must be contacted for
pre-construction inspection.
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Protected trees shall not be used for posting any signs. These trees must be kept free of
nails, screws, rope, wire, or any other unauthorized fastening devices.
The above and following safety measures must be understood by anyone who is working
in the dripline and within the CRZ.
● Due to layout of the property and where construction will be taking place,
modified fencing will be allowed. All measures in this protection plan will be taken
into account even when the fence is not fully around the drip lines of the trees.
● In the instance where fencing may need to be removed to accommodate certain
construction activities ( ie . the well placement and trenching for water lines ), the
arborist SHALL be present for fence removal and all activities that are taking place
in the protected area.
Equipment - Any equipment that is to be used must not deposit any gas, oil, solvents, or any
other damaging materials within the CRZ. Along with liquid deposits, no solid waste shall be
dumped or stored within the CRZ. No vehicles or heavy equipment shall be driven or parked
within the CRZ unless authorized by the project arborist. Only hand tools and small power tools
may be used within the CRZ unless otherwise approved by the project arborist.
Trenching / Digging - When digging within the CRZ, all work should be done in a way to
minimize root damage. Roots 1” in diameter shall be saved unless authorized by the project
arborist. In cases where roots larger than 1-inch in diameter are severed, they shall be clean
cut with sharp pruning tools to not be left ragged and the project arborist shall be reached for
inspection. All trenching within the CRZ shall be hand dug unless specific mitigation measures
are in place and project arborist approves. Landscapers shall not trench through the CRZ and
use only above ground drip line within protected trees CRZ. Depths for augering should be
attempted at 36 inches deep in order to try to avoid roots.
Paving - Engineers shall plan all roads and driveways in a manner of slight soil scarification (
less than 5 inches ), base application layer, and finally asphalt. Pavers shall only be used when
a grade build up is required. Soil sterilant shall never be applied under trees during paving.
Machine compact shall never be done under trees before paving.
Grading - Grade changes outside the tree protection zone shall not significantly alter drainage
to the protected trees. Any methods used to change the grade must be used in a way to
minimize root damage and ensure that the roots are not cut off from air. If erosion may be a
concern factor, the original grade should be returned or soil must be stabilized. Any grading
shall not encroach into the CRZ unless approved by the project arborist. Grading shall not
disturb or alter drainage that may cause damage to the tree. Any grading shall not cause any fill
to affect the base of the tree meaning trees base/trunk shall not be covered and shall remain
visible
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Tree Pruning / Treatments - All tree pruning shall be completed by a licensed arborist to insure
health of the trees and to reduce the risk of failure. All pruning shall be done prior to
construction to prevent any damage to limbs such as ripping or breaking. No pruning shall take
more than 25% of the live crown. No pruning shall be performed with construction like hand
tools like skill saws or sawzalls. Kokers Demo & Tree Service is a full service tree company that
can be hired to prune trees if needed and the client so chooses. Any pruning performed shall
be according to standards set forth by the City of San Luis Obispo and International Society of
Arboriculture (ISA). Treatments may be required before, during or after project completion to
help in the tree's survival. This could include root pruning, fertilizers, insecticides, fungicides,
stimulators, etc. This will be determined based on impacts to the trees in question and the
potential for decline caused by impact.
Utilities - Utility placements such as basic utilities, storm drains and sewer shall be placed down
roads/ driveways and outside the critical root zone when possible. All trenches in the critical root
zone shall be dug by an air spade or hand tools ( hand dug ) with the utilities routed around
(over/under) roots larger than 2 inches in diameter.
Landscaping - All landscaping that falls under the drip line shall be drought tolerant or native
species. Lawns shall be avoided unless approved by the project arborist. All irrigation shall be
placed around the drip line when being trenched. Above ground irrigation shall be used if
avoiding the drip line isn't possible.
Chips / Mulch / Watering - All trees shall receive a deep soaking followed by a 4 to 6 inch layer
of wood chips spreading around the trees critical root zone to help retain moisture, soil
structure, and reduce the effects of stress on the trees from construction that didn't have a
protection fencing installed. A deep soaking means water for at least 3 hours with an adequate
sprinkler on low / medium pressure or a deep soaker hose. Preferable time of watering would
be morning hours. This type of watering will allow water to penetrate at least the top 24 inches
of soil. Also any trees critical root zones that were impacted by more than 25 % during
construction shall receive the same 4 to 6 inch layer of chips/mulch.
Soil Aeration Methods - Soils under the drip lines that have been compacted by heavy
equipment or construction activities must be returned to their natural state before work is
completed. Such methods include water jetting, adding organic materials or boring small holes
with an auger ( 18” deep. 2ft to 3 ft apart ) and the application of moderate amounts of nitrogen
fertilizer. The project arborist shall advise on these methods if needed.
Construction waste / materials - Construction materials shall not be placed or stored within
the CRZ. No solid or liquid waste shall be placed or dumped within the CRZ either. These items
may include but are not limited to, lumber, stucco, paint, concrete, concrete waste, pipe, etc.
Under no circumstances shall outhouses be placed under any trees. Any construction spills
shall require mitigation at the sole cost of the contractor involved. A severe spill shall require
bonding of the appraised value of the tree.
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Porous materials - shall be used whenever within the tree's drip line or around the tree when
possible. These materials include but are not limited to brick on sand, concrete interlocking
pavers, specialized blocks with openings for turf, gravel, mulch, or decks, decomposed granite,
gravel and mulch.
Septic System / Leach Fields - For Oak trees the distance shall be 15 feet from the trunk or 5
feet beyond the estimated mature drip line of the branches. Septic tanks, disposal field and
seepage pit shall have at least a 10 ft setback.
Non-Oak trees that may be impacted from leach line from tank to leach field should have a
setback of 10 ft. If this is not possible, setback should be placed as far from trunks as possible
then an inspection will be needed once trenched to inspect any root damage. Inspections will
also be scheduled for a future date to recheck trees and their health. If impacts of placement
will be too detrimental to the tree, then removal would be recommended.
Mitigation for removed or damaged trees - A minimum 1:1 replanting rate is required for
plantings onsite, and a minimum 2:1 replanting rate is required for plantings offsite or within the
public right-of-way. Authorized tree removals shall be compensated by planting a minimum of
one new tree for each tree authorized to be removed when planted on the same property (on
site) or two new trees for each tree authorized to be removed when planted on a different
property or within the public right-of-way (off site).
In approving an application for tree removal, the authorized approving authority shall require
compensatory plantings of a size consistent with city engineering standards as set forth in the
table below:
Container Size Trunk Diameter (inches)
15-gallon 0.75" to 1.5"
24-inch box 1.5" to 2.5"
36-inch box 2.5" to 3.5"
48-inch box 3.5" to 4.5"
The authorized approving authority may require subsequent compensatory tree plantings in the
event that the original replacement plantings fail to establish and/or may require a bond
ensuring that replacement trees shall be planted and maintained.
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Totals for Mitigation :
Total trees being requested
for removal -
43 Total trees to be planted -
( if on - site )
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Total trees to be planted - 86 ( off site )
Updated on 7/8/25 - Actual totals will be decided by the City of San Luis Obispo, these totals are
for planning purposes and may change.
*SEE END OF REPORT ( PAGE 68 ) FOR ACTUAL NUMBERS OF REPLANTINGS
Mitigation to follow once construction is complete :
● Deep water soaking - During dry periods, moisten the root zone of stressed trees. Let
the water soak in 12 to 18 inches deep by applying a slow trickle throughout the spread
of the tree's roots. Normally taking place every 2 to 4 weeks depending on temperature.
Excessive heat months, watering should take place every 2 to 3 weeks. When it is
normal temperature for the area, then watering once a month until the rainy season will
suffice.
● Inspect the tree for damage. Stressed trees are more susceptible to disease and insect
attack. Check them frequently to catch pest problems before they become severe. Treat
with a pesticide, if necessary. Prune out any dieback that develops.
● A 2- to 4-inch layer of mulch around the base of trees helps prevent soil compaction,
reduces weed competition and conserves soil moisture. Keep the mulch away from the
tree trunk to prevent collar rot from developing.
Only if needed -
● Aerate the soil if needed - Pull out cores of soil 12 to 18 inches deep to aid movement of
oxygen and moisture into soil and help combat compaction. Fertilizer may be placed in
the holes. Use compost to backfill the holes. New roots quickly fill in the cores.
● Fertilize per Arborist recommendations if needed- Severely stressed trees should not be
fertilized until they become re-established a year or two later. Young, rapidly growing
trees should be fertilized annually. Mature trees may be fertilized every two or three
years. Using a complete fertilizer, apply 2 pounds of actual nitrogen per thousand square
feet. Fertilizer may be spread over the soil surface or distributed among aeration holes
punched 12 inches deep every 2 feet under the tree's canopy.
These mitigation efforts are set by the arborist, however the City of San Luis Obispo may
include other mitigations not listed above for any trees removed or severely damaged during
construction.
Clients shall contact the project arborist upon completion of construction to verify all safety
measures were followed and mitigation efforts were met. If all mitigation efforts listed in this
report are followed, I do not believe any long term harm would come to the trees.
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If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me.
Hattie Koker
ISA Certified Arborist®
WE - 13496A
hattiekoker@gmail.com
P : 805-423-4933
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Green dots are approximate tree locations, Red dots are trees for removal. Updated plan further in report. Picture
retained in report for tree location purposes only, please refer to remainder of report for more accurate pictures and
information as plans changed after this picture was placed in report.
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Added trees for removals and impacted trees based on current site plans - added 7/8/25
Green dot - impacted / red dot - removal
152 - Blue Oak
NT 10 thru NT 12 - Italian Cypress - marked for removal
NT 13 - Chinese Elm - Retaining
NT 14 - Blue Gum Eucalyptus - Retaining
NT 15 - Longleaf Pepper - Marked for removal
NT 16 - Italian Cypress - Marked for removal
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175 Crandall Way San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Tree Protection Plan Spreadsheet
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Tree #
Tree
Species
Trunk
DBH Height
Crown
Spread
Crown
Spread
Dir.
Tree
Cond.
Const.
Status
Drip
Line
Impact
Constr.
Impact
Mitigation
Proposed
Mont.
Required Field Notes
AlleyWay behind construction site in creek
1
Victorian
Box 9 in 25 ft 25 ft E - W 3 I 25%
WW , C ,
G , RW M Y
Trimmed for power
lines
Trunk covered in Ivy
Multi-trunk
2
Siberian
Elm 6 in 25 ft 16 ft E - W 3 I 25%
WW , C ,
G , RW M Y
Under Power lines
DBH is estimated
Trunk covered in Ivy
3 Live Oak 12 in 25 ft 24 ft E - W 3 / 4 I 25%
WW , C ,
G , RW M Y
Sparse Crown
Lean NW direction
4
Canary
Date
Palm 12 in 13 ft 21 ft E - W 5 I 25%
WW , C ,
G , RW M Y
5
Siberian
Elm 7 in 20 ft 20 ft E - W 3 I 25%
WW , C ,
G , RW M Y
6
SIberian
Elm 10 in 20 ft 24 ft E - W 3 I 35%
WW , C ,
G , RW M Y
7 Live Oak 10 in 30 ft 15 ft E - W 4 I 25%
WW , C ,
G , RW M Y
8 Live Oak
11 in /
9 in
9 in / 7
in 25 ft 23 ft E - W 4 I 15%
WW , C ,
G , RW M Y 4P - Multi Trunk
9 Live Oak 17 in 20 ft 22 ft E - W 4 I 20%
WW , C ,
G , RW M Y Multi Trunk
Trees located on construction site
111
Victorian
Box
5 in / 4
in /
5 in 15 ft
#111
TO C8
61 ft E - W 4 I 100% G , C , S R N
3P - Multi trunk
Codominant Spar w/
included bark
112
Victorian
Box
5 in /
3.5 in /
3 in 15 ft
#111
TO C8
61 ft E - W 3 I 100% G , C , S R N
3P - Multi trunk
1 spar removed
multiple areas of rot
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113
Victorian
Box
4 in / 5
in 15 ft
#111
TO C8
61 ft E - W 4 I 100% G , C , S R N
2P
Codominant w/
included bark
wound @ base
114
Victorian
Box
4.5 in /3
in
2 in / 5
in 15 ft
#111
TO C8
61 ft E - W 2 I 100% G , C , S R N
2 spars removed, 1
dead
Sparse
115
Victorian
Box
3 in /
1.5 in 15 ft
#111
TO C8
61 ft E - W 1 I 100% G , C , S R N
Rot
Suppressed
C1
Victorian
Box 3 in 15 ft
#111
TO C8
61 ft E - W 3 I 100% G , C , S R N
2P - 1 spar removed
Suppressed
116
Victorian
Box
6 in /
5 in /
3 in 15 ft
#111
TO C8
61 ft E - W 4 I 100% G , C , S R N
3P
rot
C2
Victorian
Box
3 in / 4
in 15 ft
#111
TO C8
61 ft E - W 3 / 4 I 100% G , C , S R N
2P
Wound at base
C3
Victorian
Box
4 in / 3
in 15 ft
#111
TO C8
61 ft E - W 3 / 4 I 100% G , C , S R N
C4
Victorian
Box
5 in / 3
in 15 ft
#111
TO C8
61 ft E - W 4 I 100% G , C , S R N 2P
C5
Victorian
Box
4 in /
4 in /
3 in 15 ft
#111
TO C8
61 ft E - W 4 I 100% G , C , S R N 3P
C6
Victorian
Box 3.5 in 10 ft
#111
TO C8
61 ft E - W 3 I 100% G , C , S R N
Suppressed
Epicormic shoots
C7
Victorian
Box
3 in / 4
in 13 ft
#111
TO C8
61 ft E - W 4 I 100% G , C , S R N Wound at base
C8
Victorian
Box
4 in /
3 in /
3 in 13 ft
#111
TO C8
61 ft E - W 4 I 100% G , C , S R N
3P
Missing 1 spar
Crack
C9
Victorian
Box
5 in /
5 in 11 ft 13 ft E - W 3 I 100% G , C , S R N
2P
Wound on trunk
C10
Victorian
Box 7 in 9 ft 17 ft E - W 3 / 4 I 100% G , C , S R N
DBH measured
below sparring
surface roots
C11
Victorian
Box 4 in 10 ft 17 ft E - W 2 / 3 I 100% G , C , S R N
Rot
Surface Roots
ants
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C12
Victorian
Box
4 in /
2.5 in 10 ft 10 ft
SE -
NW 3 I 100% G , C , S R N
2P
ants
C13 Cypress 12 in 40 ft 16 ft
SW
-NE 4 I 100%
G , C , S
, DW R N
C14 Cypress 9 in 40 ft 15 ft
SW
-NE 4 I 100%
G , C , S
, DW R N
117
Silver
Maple 21 in 26 ft 40 ft E - W 4 I 100% G , C , S R N
118
Brazilian
Pepper 40 in 20 ft 27 ft E - W 4 I 100% G , C , S R N
DBH Measured
below sparing
119 Sweetgum 21 in 40 ft 37 ft
NW -
SE 4 I 100% G , C , S R N
Codominant with
included bark
NT 1 Ash 8 in 25 ft 18 ft
NE -
SW 3 I 50%
G , C , S
, RW R Y No Foliage
NT 2 Macadamia 8 in 20 ft 12 ft
NE -
SW 4 I 50%
G , C , S
, RW R Y Multi-Trunk
NT 3 Live Oak 4 in 15 ft 9.5 ft
NE -
SW 3 I 50%
G , C , S
, RW R Y Suppressed
120 Ash 8 in 25 ft 17.5 ft
NE -
SW 4 I 50%
G , C ,
S, RW R Y Multi-Trunk
NT 4 Ash 9 in 35 ft
NT 4 &
NT 5
15 ft
SE -
NW 4 I 10% G , C F , M Y
NT 5 Ash 9 in 35 ft
NT 4 &
NT 5
15 ft
SE -
NW 4 I 10% G , C F , M Y
121 Sweetgum 14 in 38 ft 25 ft
SW -
NE 4 I 100%
G , C ,
PL R N
122 Sweetgum 15 in 40 ft 12.5 ft
SW -
NE 2 I 100%
G , C ,
PL R N
Ants
Rot
123 Sweetgum 8 in 32 ft 14 ft
SW -
NE 4 I 100%
G , C ,
PL R N
2P
Ants
124 Sweetgum 12 in 30 ft 21 ft
SW -
NE 4 I 100%
G , C ,
PL R N
Codominant with
included bark
NT 6
Canary
Date
Palm 60 in 26 ft 30 ft N - S 5 I 100%
G , C ,
PL R N
NT 7
Windmill
Palm 12 in 30 ft 7 ft
SW -
NE 4 I 100%
G , C ,
S, PL R N
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NT 8
Italian
Cypress 12 in 30 ft 7 ft
SW -
NE 4 I 100%
G , C , S
, PL R N
NT 9
Italian
Cypress 12 in 30 ft 9 ft
SW -
NE 4 I 100%
G , C , S
, PL R N
NT 10
Italian
Cypress 6 in 40 ft N / A 4 I 100%
PL , G,
C R N
NT 11
Italian
Cypress 6 in 40 ft N / A 4 I 100%
G , C ,
PL R N
NT 12
Italian
Cypress 6 in 40 ft N / A 4 I 100%
G , C ,
P L R N
NT 13
Chinese
Elm 14 in 40 ft 50 ft
SE -
NW 4 I 20% T , C F , M Y
On neighboring
property
NT 14
Blue Gum
Eucalyptus 24 in 65 ft 55 ft
SE -
NW 4 I 20% T , C F , M Y
On neighboring
property
Multi - trunk
NT15
Longleaf
Pepper 16 in 25 ft 25 ft
SW -
NE 2 I 50%
WW , C ,
G R N Ivy up trunk
NT 16
Italian
Cypress 12 in 20 ft 9 ft
SW -
NE 4 I 100%
C , G ,
PL R N
152 Blue Oak 10 in 22 ft 20 ft
NE -
SW 2 I 10% T , C F , M Y
Ash < 6 in 12 ft 8 ft n/a 3 I 100% G , C R N
Live Oak < 6 in 12 ft 8 ft n/a 3 I 100% G , C R N
Pomegranate < 6 in 20 ft 8 ft n/a 3 I 100% G , C R N
1 - Tree #
Notes -
Construction Impacts Abbreviations:
G - grading , W - Water utility , T - Trenching , E - Easement ,
C - Compaction , RW - Retaining Wall , LL - Leach Lines
S - Structure , DW - Driveway , U - Utility, PL - Parking Lot , WW -
walkway
Updated on September 3, 2025
2 - Tree Type - Common Name
3 - Trunk DBH - 4ft 6 in
4 - Height
5 - Crown Spread
6 - Direction measuring crown spread
7 - Tree Condition - 1-10
8 - Construction Status - Avoided , Impacted , Removal
9 - Dripline % of impact
10- Construction Impact Type - grading, compaction, trenching,
easement
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11 - Mitigation Requirements - Fencing, Monitoring, Root
Pruning
12 - Arborist Monitoring - Yes or No
MORE IMAGES :
Trees in alley way
NT 4 and NT 5 - Ash Trees
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Ash Tree, Live Oak and Pomegranate tree to be removed. All DBH’s are less than 6 inches.
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Revisions : September 1, 2025
Tree Planting Guidelines :
Landscape Contractor or Certified Arborist shall help acquire and inspect any trees to be
planted to make sure they have good structure and appear to be healthy. Landscape Contractor
or Certified Arborist shall supervise the installation of the trees and ensure root balls of trees
have sufficient water prior to planting. Roots balls will be inspected and loosened to allow roots
to grow properly once planted. Any girdling roots will be cut and removed. Any trees that do
not survive shall be replaced.
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Retaining Wall / Grading Plan :
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Retention of Trees on Neighboring Property :
Tree Fencing will be placed on clients property as far as possible to protect the CRZ. Due to the
construction activities, modified fencing will be allowed during certain faces of construction.
These modifications shall be approved by the project arborist, along with any construction
activities taking place within these areas being monitored and documented to ensure the trees
safety.
All trees marked as retaining have been reviewed for retention and will receive protective
measures to ensure they survive construction with minimal impacts. Some trees may show
signs of decline the following growing after construction completion due to stress but should
recover with mitigation efforts and monitoring.
New Tree marked for removal : NT 15 - This tree currently is shown as impacted from the
retaining wall that would cause the tree to need to be removed. Due to the retaining wall, this
tree would receive severe impacts that would be detrimental to the tree's health.
According to the ALTA survey provided, this tree is on clients property and will be recommended
for removal.
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Orange Protective Fencing for trees to be retained :
Trees in the alley way will be protected, an orange fence will be placed on the current fence line.
No work will be allowed in these areas without arborist approval or supervision. Any work that
takes place within the CRZ of any of the retained trees shall be monitored. Most trees being
retained will have a modified fencing due to proposed work to be performed.
↑ Orange lines show where fencing shall be placed
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Total Trees proposed for planting on site : 43 ( onsite )
Shade Trees - 7
Street Trees - 6 ( Offsite / beyond property line )
Accent Trees - 37
Existing Trees to remain and be protected : 7 according
to above image
There are more trees located in the alley way that will
remain and be protected as well.
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Updates 11/4/2025
Replanting / Replacement numbers :
The total number of trees being requested for removal is 43.
Per discussions with the City arborist, we're now proposing 32 replacement trees be planted
rather than 43 (1:1) replacement trees so that we can provide fewer but better-quality trees.
Other new updates :
The retaining wall near trees NT 13 and NT 14 will be staggered in a way to lessen the impact
imposed on those trees. 20% impact from construction is the new outcome with the new
retaining wall design. All measures will be in place listed in this report to help protect any trees
remaining during construction.
Updated landscape / retaining wall plans :
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