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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSDP201300037 Plan - Approved 2013-06-18 (2)B A R T L E T T T R E E E X P E R T S 1185 FIVE: SPRINGS ROAD, CHARLOTT FSVI I.LE, VA 22902 -8785 • (434) 971 -3020 • FAX (434) 971 -1331 4/10/12 Warren Williams President Warren Williams & Associates, PC 736 Cameros Circle High Point NC, 27265 Dear Mr. Williams, Enclosed you will find a Tree Conservation Plan for the proposed project entitled "CV377 Stony Point." The plan is designed to specify the necessary tree protection methods and procedures required to minimize construction stress on the trees that will be impacted by this project, as well as to identify existing hazardous trees that are recommended for removal. Trees are recommended for removal when they are located within 1.5 times their height from the proposed structure and meet the following criteria: o The tree is dead or in irreversible decline. o The tree is an unreasonable risk due to a structural defect that cannot be reduced to a reasonable risk level through the implementation of standard arboricultural practices. The area of this site to be developed consists mostly of vines and shrubs. No living canopy trees will need to be removed to accomplish the construction of this tower site. There is a group of 3 large dead and broken pines that need to be removed as they pose a safety risk to both the tower and use of the site by any other person. The easement for the access road will be moved to the front edge of the woods to protect a group of approx. 8 pines. One additional requirement is to cut the vines out of the Tulip Poplar 0 #1 (the reference tree) so it remains healthy and undamaged. This tree shall be maintained free of Vines. I have developed a table that describes each tree species, specific recommendations for their care, and any relative comments. The ID #'s in the table correspond w/ the drawings sheet TS -1. The required tree protection procedures are broken up into 3 categories, pre - construction, during construction, and post-construction- Sincerely, - Michael Abbott Arborist and Local Manager - Bartlett Tree Experts ISA Board Certified Master Arborist MS in Forestry THE F.A. BARTLETT TREE. EXPERT COMPANY SCIF.N'1'IFIC 'I' RM: CAR1'. SINCR 1907 Curpoiatc office P 0. Bnx 3067, Stamford, Connecti(ut 06909 -0067 • (203) 323 -1131, FAX (203) 323 -1129 www barllett.c om Tree Conservation Plan CV 377 Stony Point Tree Table Tree Species DBH Height Recommendations Comments # in in feet Inches —1--Tulip Poplar 18 96 Fertilize Reference tree – Remove Vines 2 Pine 14 78 Fertilize - optional Outside lease area, but shown on TS -1 3 Pine 14 68 Fertilize - optional Outside lease area, but shown on TS -1 4 Pine 18 78 Fertilize - optional Outside lease area, but shown on TS -1 5 Tulip Poplar 26 104 Fertilize 6 Tulip Poplar 24 107 Fertilize 7 Tulip Poplar 24 110 Fertilize 8 Red Maple 15 N/A e ilize 9 American Beech 10 — N/A Fertilize Tree Conservation Plan CV377 Stony Point Tree Protection Procedures Pre - construction o A composite soil sample shall be taken from the site for analysis of soil pH, organic content, nutrient levels of nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, and manganese, and to establish cation exchange capacities. o A tree protection zone shall be established to minimize soil compaction, and root, stem and branch damage during construction. The zone will be defined as an area that is 9 inches times the diameter at breast height (DBH) away from any tree to be protected. o A 4 foot high, orange, 11V- resistant, high - tensile strength, barricade fabric fence shall be installed to define the Tree Protection Zone and limit access. o No trees identified in tree table need be removed. As mentioned in cover letter there are 3 large dead pines near the lease area that should be removed for safety. o All Vines are to be removed from the reference tree and it is to be maintained that way During Construction • The Tree Protection Zone will be inspected and maintained on a daily basis. • Trees shall be inspected on a regular basis by a certified Arborist to evaluate for construction trauma, as well as for secondary pest and disease concerns, and irrigation needs. o No construction equipment, supplies or debris will be allowed in the Tree Protection Zone. • Trenching or excavation within the Tree Protection Zone will not be allowed without consultation with certified Arborist and will require specialized equipment to perform proper root pruning. • Root pruning will be performed under the supervision of a certified Arborist and will be performed in such a manner, and with equipment designed to cut through roots cleanly, so as not to tear roots. If roots greater than 2 inches in diameter are encountered during root pruning, they shall be traced back towards the tree using an air -spade and pruned by hand at a point specified by the Arborist. o Grade changes around trees shall be avoided. Excess soil and debris must be removed from site. Post - construction o Tree protection fencing shall be removed. o The following trees shall be fertilized based on specific needs as determined by soil analysis. Fertilization should include Mycorrhizae inoculation for mature trees, and should be applied using the sub - surface soil injection method. Trees # 1 -9 o Trees that have been affected by construction shall be pruned to remove any dead or damaged limbs. Any bark wounds shall be traced to promote wound closure. o Trees shall be inspected during the growing season following construction by a certified Arborist to evaluate for construction trauma, as well as for secondary pest and disease concerns, and irrigation needs. The inspection period will extend for up to 18 months following completion of construction.