HomeMy WebLinkAboutTREE-0408-2026 (2333 Meadow St.) Decison LetterCity of San Luis Obispo, Community Development, 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401-3218, 805.781.7170, slocity.org
September 16, 2026
City of San Luis Obispo sent via email
Alejandra Celio
919 Palm St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
acelio@slocity.org
Subject: Review of a proposed removal of one (1) 26-inch DBH Pinus radiata (Monterey
pine) at 2333 Meadow St. requested in TREE-0408-2026.
Dear Alejandra Celio,
On June 30, 2026, the City received your complete submittal for a proposed tree removal of one (1)
26-inch DBH Pinus radiata (Monterey pine) at 2333 Meadow St., adjacent to the Meadow Park
parking lot and a proposed replanting plan of two (2) new trees onsite. The tree removal request is
related to a minor construction proposal to improve the curb ramp and retaining wall along the parking
lot. Per Municipal Code Section 12.24.090.E(3), the Tree Committee makes a recommendation to the
Community Development Director for a final decision.
On Monday, July 27, 2026, the Tree Committee reviewed your application to remove one (1) Pinus
radiata (Monterey pine) and found the request to be consistent with Municipal Code Section
12.24.090.G and recommended that the Director approve the removal.
On September 16, 2026, I reviewed your tree removal request and considered the recommendation of
the Tree Committee, as well as its consistency with the City’s Tree Regulations (Municipal Code
Chapter 12.24). After careful consideration, I have approved your tree removal request based on the
following findings:
Findings:
1. The proposed tree removal request is consistent with Municipal Code Section 12.24.090.G(3)
because the tree is non-native and has a lower preservation priority.
2. The proposed tree removal request is consistent with Municipal Code Section 12.24.090.G(4)
because the removal request and replanting plan increase the tree-age distribution in Meadow
Park.
3. The proposed tree removal request is consistent with Municipal Code Section 12.24.090.G(7)
because the tree is not a heritage tree.
Conditions:
1. The tree removal request is approved with a required replanting of two (2) trees in the vicinity
of the parking lot. Final tree species, locations and size selections shall be subject to City
Arborist approval. Each tree shall be irrigated with at least one (1) irrigation bag secured
around the trunk or tree stake. City staff are responsible for establishing the trees with
structural pruning and irrigation.
2. The new compensatory tree(s) shall be sourced using the Guideline Specifications for Nursery
Tree Quality and planted per the City’s Engineering Standards for Tree Planting before
completion of construction. Provide photographic evidence to the City Arborist
(wgault@slocity.org) that trees have been planted. All trees planted as part of a compensatory
plan shall survive and any trees that do not survive or establish in good health, to the
satisfaction of the City Arborist, shall be replanted.
3. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City and/or its agents, officers,
and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City and/or its agents,
officers, or employees to attack, set aside, void, or annul the approval by the City of this
project, and all actions relating thereto, including, but not limited to, environmental review
(“Indemnified Claims”). The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any Indemnified
Claim upon being presented with the Indemnified Claim and the City shall fully cooperate in
the defense against an Indemnified Claim.
My action is final unless appealed within 10 calendar days from the date of the decision. Anyone may
appeal the action by submitting a letter to the Community Development Department within the time
specified. The appropriate appeal fee must accompany the appeal documentation. Per Municipal Code
Section 12.24.180, appeals to tree removals reviewed in accordance with the process set forth in
Municipal Code Section 12.24.090.F(2) are appealed to City Council. Appeals will be scheduled for
the first available City Council meeting date. If an appeal is filed, you will be notified by mail of the
date and time of the hearing.
If you have any questions, or if you need additional information, contact Walter Gault, City Arborist,
by phone at (805) 781-7578 or by email at wgault@slocity.org.
Sincerely,
Tyler Corey
Deputy Director
Community Development Department