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Home My WebLink About01-25-2016 TC PacketAgenda Tree Committee 4 TREE COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA January 25, 2016 Meeting begins at 5:00 pm Corporation Yard - Conference Room A 25 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo, CA The complete packet of applications may be reviewed at the front counter of the City Clerk's office during business hours which is located in City Hall at 990 Palm St. San Luis Obispo. PUBLIC COMMENT: At this time, people may address the Committee about items not on the agenda. Persons wishing to speak should come forward and state their name and address. Comments limited to five minutes per person. Items raised at this time are generally referred to staff, and if action by the Committee is necessary, may be scheduled for a future meeting. MINUTES: Approval of Minutes for December 8, 2015 TREE REMOVAL APPLICATIONS: 1. 493 Bluerock Dr. 93401 2. 1609 Janice Dr. 93405 3. 2245 San Luis Dr. 93401 4. 1005 Monterey St. 93401 NEW BUSINESS: Introduce new TC member Angela Soil - ARC representative OLD BUSINESS: Recap of December 10, 2015 Lunch & Learn ARBORIST REPORT: Storm response update ADJOURN to next meeting scheduled for Monday February 22, 2016 at 5:00 pm held at the City Corporation Yard located on 25 Prado Road Conference Room A. NThe City of San Luis Obispo wishes to make all of its public meetings accessible to the public Upon request, this agenda will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with disabilities. Any person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should direct such request to the City Corp Yard Office at (805) 781 -7220 at least 7 days before the meeting, if possible. Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (805) 781 -7107. I Minutes Tree Committee Corporation Yard Conference Room, 25 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 5:00 pm MEMBERS PRESENT: Susan Olson, Matt Ritter, Jane Worthy, Ben Parker, Scott Loosley STAFF PRESENT: Ron Combs Mr. Ritter called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m. PUBLIC COMMENT There were no comments at this time. MINUTES: Approval of Minutes of October 27, 2015 Mr. Loosley moved to approve the minutes as submitted. Mr. Parker seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. TREE REMOVAL APPLICATIONS Mr. Parker moved to slate the 1 Mustang Dr. request to the end of the application hearings. Mr. Ritter seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 2 1. 1781 DeVaul Ranch Dr. (3 Bradford pear) The applicant discussed the removal request and stated the trees by the garage were too close to the structure, driveway and sidewalk, causing major damage. He suggested replacement with bronze loquat. Mr. Parker noted that the HOA needs to approve all removals. Mr. Combs reported the trees were moderately healthy, but agreed one of the tem was too close to the garage. He had some concerns about split limbs. Mr. Loosley stated he did not see hardscape damage, but agreed the species split easily. Ms. Worthy noted they were theme trees for the area and suggested pruning. Mr. Parker agreed with Ms. Worthy and emphasized the need for HOA approval. Mr. Ritter moved to approve the removal request, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, and required three 15- gallon trees to be chosen from the Master Street Tree list and planted within 45 days of tree removals. He further moved this action was contingent on HOA approval for the removals. Mr. Parker seconded the motion. The motion passed, with Ms. Worthy voting against. 2. 1362 Rubio Lane (Oak) The applicant discussed the removal request and submitted a letter from an engineer, discussing the damage to the interior walls, floors, and foundation. She discussed the cracks in the slab cement, which were undermining accessibility for the disabled resident, which caused numerous issues on the property. She also noted the small orchard in the back of the property was being affected by drainage issues. She did not think root pruning was an option and noted the property had a lot of trees on it and that a nearby fig tree would thrive with the oak removal. Steve Carroll, 1325 Rubio, house contractor, reported he had built the multi - generational home to be accessible for the disabled resident. He also agreed that drainage issues were creating problems on the property. Mr. Combs stated it was a young healthy oak and agreed there was slight damage to the driveway. 3 Ms. Olson felt the engineering report was compelling, but was concerned that soil compaction was contributing to the issues. Mr. Parker did not agree with the conclusions reached in the report and felt that clay soil and impaction was creating a lot of the issues; he felt removing the oak would only mitigate some of the issues. Ms. Worthy, Mr. Loosley and Mr. Ritter agreed with the previous comments, noting that an immense amount of root force would be necessary to affect the foundation. Mr. Parker moved to approve the removal request, based on undue hardship and promoting good arboricultural practice, and required one 15- gallon tree to be chosen from the Master Street Tree list and planted within 45 days of tree removal. Mr. Ritter seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 3. 152 — 196 Ferrini (3 fan palms) Shaun Collarman, applicant's representative, discussed the removal request and the need for a new replacement gas line and that the existing gas line was located under the trees and could not be re- routed. Mr. Combs reported that the trees were in moderate health. Mr. Loosley moved to approve the removal request, based on undue hardship to the property owner, and required three 15- gallon replacement trees to be chosen from the Master Street Tree list and planted within 45 days of tree removals. Mr. Ritter seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 4. 350 Tolosa Way There was no applicant/representative to speak to the item. 5. 4350 Sunflower Way (2 London plane) The applicant discussed the removal request, noting that the trees were very distressed, the sidewalk was breaking, and the neighbor was experiencing drainage issue to roots intrusion. She stated the trees were too close to the sidewalk and house and that they posed a large allergen issue. She wanted to replace with appropriately -sized species and confirmed that the HOA had approved the removals. Mr. Combs reported they were theme trees, slightly diseased and shallow rooted in the compacted construction soils. Mr. Loosley felt the street trees were not creating any visible damage. Ms. Worthy felt the rains would make a difference in the health of the trees. Mr. Ritter discussed community water conservation efforts that were coming into play, with homeowners moving towards more drought - tolerant plantings but did not feel comfortable removing trees due to drought- stress. He did not feel comfortable removing trees solely for the concept of saving water. Mr. Loosley moved to approve the removal request, as doing so would not harm the character of the neighborhood or environment, and required two 15- gallon replacement trees to be chosen from the Master Street Tree list and planted within 45 days of tree removals. Mr. Parker seconded the motion. The motion passed, with Mr. Ritter voting against. 6. Mustang Village Drive (Misc. trees) Evan Moffitt, applicant's representative, discussed the extensive removal request and noted that they could not find appropriate places for larger -sized trees and the owner was planting with only 24 " -36" box replacement trees. He stated that all the walkways were being replaced. He reported that the project removals would be phased, due to the scope of the work involved in removing numerous trees. The Committee discussed the proposal and agreed to the following removal outline: ■ Mustang #2 = Approve all nine tree removals Mr. Ritter moved to approve the outlined removal request for all trees except #4, based on promoting good arboricultural practice, with 24" box replanting to be done in accordance with proposed landscaping plan. Ms. Worthy seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. ■ Mustang #1/ Internal trees section= Approve removals for #1 -4; #25 -32 Mr. Ritter moved to approve the outlined removal request based on promoting good arboricultural practice, with replanting to be done in accordance with proposed landscaping plan. Mr. Loosley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. ■ Foothill /Mustang Dr. Entrance Section = Approve removals for #10, #24, #33, #5 Mr. Ritter moved to approve the outlined removal request based on promoting good arboricultural practice, with replanting to be done in accordance with proposed landscaping plan. Ms. Worthy seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Mr. Ritter moved to deny #4 and #6 -9, as he could not make the findings necessary to allow removal. Mr. Parker seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Mr. Combs noted that the Committee will be getting a new ARC rep. Mr. Loosley asked staff to check on the severe pruning of the camphor tree at the Zion Church that was not approved for removal. OLD BUSINESS Mr. Combs discussed the success of the Fall Arbor Day event and the Cal Poly Tree Campus USA recognition and tree tour event. on ARBORIST REPORT Mr. Combs encouraged the Committee to attend the December 10 Lunch and Learn. The Committee also asked staff to include language on the permit regarding the need for HOA approval on removals. The meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. to next meeting scheduled for Monday, January 25, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lisa Woske, Recording Secretary Urban Forest Services L'' Prado Road, Dart i j.(i O zpo, GA r T� � S w, SCANNED For Office Use only Entered:f�_-1_�5j_L5 Letter. I vi 10- `-' TREE REMOVAL APPLICATION If related to development, see section E on back. OWNER: APPLICANT: ASE --trw tqy, I--� ADDRESS'� ADDRESS: CITY: CITY: ZIP a PHONE: ( ��30 ) PHONE: EMAIL: EMAIL: Private tree removals may require replacement tree(s) to be planted on site as a condition of approval. City Street Tree removals must be replaced with species from the Street Tree Master List - see website. Is this a City Street Tree? Yes ❑ No,�Unknown ❑ Dog in the yard? Yes ❑ No)2K Reason for tree removal? �s ,Please draw a sketch map in box below. Show building outlines, streets and only tree(s) to be removed represented with an X or you may submit a detailed landscape / site plan along with this application form. Tree Species KEejz,-, , Pro p osed Re p lacement Tree(s ) �/7/- 77N!9 � Address of Tree(s) `/93 ! Cross- Street # Trees t} X tree(s) must have ribbon or duct tape wrapped around the trunk to identify prior to inspection. By signing this application I agree to replant tree(s) on my property within 45 days of tree removal, if required by City Arborist or as a condition of toe, $81.00 Permit grante y Tree Committee. Permit valid for 6 months. Property Owner's Signature � Date Applicant's Signatu z Submit completed application to address above, fax to 805.542.9868 or scan and email to 62r, Stoneridge Village II Homeowners Association 1400 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo CA 93405 (805) 544 - 9093 (Fax) 544 — 6215 December 4, 2015 Via Email: kathleenbond3225 @gmail.com Kathleen Bond 493 Bluerock Drive San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 RE: Application for Front Yard Re- landscape The Architectural Control Committee (ACC) has received your application and any accompanying materials for the address specified above. The application was reviewed on November 22, 2015. - Your application has been approved as submitted. Please be advised that any applicable permits must be obtained by the homeowner. Thank you very much for taking the time to submit your application, and please call if you should have any questions. Good luck with your project! Sincerely, . 1 Carolyn Kelley Agent to the Board cc: ARC /LRC !p-E 4v' SCANNED urban Forest Services 25 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 -3218 ' 4 I y For office Use Only: �2 -0 �?k 8a5. 92.986 y , Gl\ M1Y�1 �j slocily.org Entered: 9_0 jjr Letter: TREE REMOVAL APPLICATION If re development, see Section E on back. OWNER: related to de ZAc:� W 1NE APPLICANT: . ADDRESS: !b I!tN -�•n � I(t j3p A5DRESS: CITY: LO ZIP: Cj3No PHONE: ( ) / CITY: Sto zIP ; . EMAIL: R � - w163 ►►rglra, �9 /�' �h�.^ rr.•. EMAIL; Private tree removals may require replacement tree Yak, �� City Street Tree removals must be replaced with species from l the Street Site Tree Master List s approval, Is this a City Street Tree? r List -see website. Yes ❑ No N Unknown ❑ Dog in the yard? Yes Reason for tree removal? p ijul . - slip No ❑ �si.wc � rtv M:�iaii�r�ve� - Please draw a sketch map in box below. Show building outlines, streets n � +r represented with an X or you may submit a detailed landscape /site plan along with this application d only tree(s) to be removed FAN P�4� t� �Ki pp cation form. Tree Species�f57.(�{ � Proposed Replacement Trees Address of Tree() s Ib - () i � It7rlti+te' Cross- Street "R" #Trees Z L Iboq ++ 103--l- lee � X tree(s) must have ribbon or duct tape wrapped _ pped around the trunk to identify By signing this application I agree to replant trees o�z prior to inspection. () n my property City Arborist or as a condition of the $g .i}p permit granted by Tree Committee. Permit v ' within 45 days of tree removal, if required by Property Owner's Signature - alid for 6 months. _�_.. - Elate 2_- W,— Applicant's Signature Submit completed application to add re above, fax to 805.542.9868 Dente �ZS or scan and email to rcombs(c� ora Urban Forest Services " 25 Prado Road; San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-32.18 i 8Ua.78i _'1_sx 875.542.5366 [ ql, —ity org TREE REMOVAL APPLICATION If related to development, see Section E on back. ou'gNNEO For Office Use Only: Entered: -bal(r, Letter:- OWNER;;` , e4v APPLICANT: ADDRESS: 3 A 0 C , `'J,,r&1 ADDRESS: 4- D ST CITY:id j n /1 ZIP: r CITY: ZIP i l PHONE: (�0 — T5 PHONE: 4J� ✓, EMAIL: C (1r G72L. i . r'.`�' ", EMAIL: IY�ci'INI, 1E Private tree removals may require replacement tree(s) to be planted on site as a condition of approval. City Street Tree removals must be replaced with species from the Street Tree Master List - see website. Is this a City Street Tree? YFs Q No Unknown ❑ Docl in theyard? Yes Q No X0 Y-Voz- lm5e, Reason for tree removal? � [ I ri�a X -wl L ' ,Please draw a sketch map in box below. Show building outlines, streets and only tree(s) to be removed represented with an or you may submit a detailed landscape / site plan along with this application form. Tree Species U'1(12-" 04,- Proposed Replacement Tree(s) LA`. W ijz° Address of Tree(s) yv C.)�4) W]5 , l•tJ I Cro ss- Street Conk-W= # Trees X tree(s) must have ribbon or duct tape wrapped around the trunk to identify prior to inspection. By signing this application I agree to replant tree(s) on my property within 4. days of tree removal, if required by City Arborist or as a condi 'ono e $81.00 Permit grants . y Tr e Com ee. Permit valid for 6 months. Property Owner's Signature Date T Applicant's Signature - `�'t Date I �� (, Submit completed application to address lbove, fax to 805.542.9868 or scan and email to rcombs(o)slocity.org f ' 2245 SAN LUIS DRIVE TREE LOCATION PLAN 1" = 10' 01/12/2016 4� % DREAM / DESIGN / BUILD ,v Y f • -t r r. . �,_ I i i �� _r �;� •,{'6l �1 � •1• r. f,. K F� '�'. V.• . �4`s ; i L ti� T)S - _ . .'.+ .. ! A � \ __ A ..�: e V '��.. titer• _ a S� \ Urban Forest Services 25 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 -3218 + t r slocdy.org TREE REMOVAL APPLICATION If related to development, see Section E on back. For Office Use Only: Entered: --- / Letter: OWNER: City of San Luis Obispo APPLICANT: Bryan Wheeler, Project Manager ADDRESS: 919 Palm Street ADDRESS: 919 Palm Street CITY: SLO ZIP: 93401 CITY: SLO ZIP: 93401 PHONE: (N /A ) PHONE: (805 ) 781 -7200 EMAIL: N/A EMAIL: bwheeler @slocity.org Private tree removals may require replacement tree(s) to be planted on site as a condition of approval. City Street Tree removals must be replaced with species from the Street Tree Master List - see website. Is this a City Street Tree? Yes 0 No ❑ Unknown ❑ Dog in the yard? Yes ❑ No 0 Reason for tree removal ?Traffic Signal upgrade and sidewalk repair A5Please draw a sketch map in box below. Show building outlines, streets and only tree(s) to be removed represented with an X or you may submit a detailed landscape / site plan along with this application form. Tree Species Ficus Proposed Replacement Tree(s) From Street Tree List Address of Tree(s) 1005 Monterey Cross - Street OSOs # Trees 1 See attached plan X tree(s) must have ribbon or duct tape wrapped around the trunk to identify prior to inspection. By signing this application I agree to replant tree(s) on my property within 45 days of tree removal, if required by City Arborist or as a condition of the $81.00 Permit granted by Tree Committee. Permit valid for 6 months. 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