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Cherry Creek Estates Tree Preservation Plan 2002
VINE & BRANCH, INC. Arboricultural Consulting JUDSON R. SCOTT Registered Consulting Arborist #392 4721 E. 146t' St. Carmel, Indiana 46033 Phone: 317-846-1424 N Fax: 317-818-9865 Email: Treeconsultant@aol.com hale Presarvati-on Plant l By Judson R Scott Registered Consulting Arborist #392_ American Society of Consulting Arborists Ai For Cherry Tree ' Estates Platinum Properties November 26, 2002 Member: American Society of Consulting Arborists, National Arborist Association, International Society of Arboriculture, Indiana Arborists Association, Indianapolis Landscape Association, and Indiana Nursery and Landscape Association. November 26, 2002 Cherry Creek Estates Platinum Properties Hazel Dell and Cherry Tree Ave. Carmel, Indiana 46033 Assignment We are to prepare a Tree Preservation Plan to advise the client, architect, landscape architect, and contractors on processes that may impact the trees within the planned development. Our goal is to lessen the impact of the construction to help preserve the trees. Proper tree preservation planning also decreases expensive long-term maintenance for the trees. We have been asked to present: 1. General on -site information about the trees and possible impacts. 2. Plans per individual lot, to preserve the trees and vegetation during construction 3. Discuss the value of the north, south and east boundary tree lines. Including determining the necessary tree growth zone needed for these trees. Tree BioloqV and Constrtictinn Impacts Construction often has a negative impact on trees. When changes are planned around them, we must plan tree preservation procedures to be done before, during, and after construction to give the trees a better chance at survival. In wooded areas, trees live in harmony, protecting and supporting each other. There tends to be less disturbance from environmental factors like wind, ice, and snow. The root systems of mature trees are shaded and protected. In mature woodlands, existing trees have been relatively undisturbed for many years providing them with a "wooded area" environment. Construction disrupts this environment. Therefore, any construction procedure that comes near the root system of any existing tree will cause stress. One common problem during construction is mechanical damage (physical injuries/wounds to the tree) to the trunks and limbs. When wounded, trees are structurally unable to heal as humans and animals do. As trees can not replace damaged tissue, they must wall off the area using a process called Compartmentalization of Decay in Trees (CODIT). Using this process, the damaged cells of trees put up chemical and physical barriers in all directions to block the spread of disease and decay after being wounded. Trees are capable of compartmentalizing small wounds quickly. Large wounds, however, are much more difficult and take a lot longer. In fact, a trunk wound removing as little as 30% of the bark may be fatal. The CODIT process also uses great amounts of energy. Trees are weakened due to the amount of energy required to try to compartmentalize the wound. Wounds are also an entrance for decay and disease to enter the tree. Decay structurally weakens trees, which may eventually be unable to support their own weight, putting people and property at risk. Protecting the trunk and limbs from damage is crucial. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 ]CM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 1 Another significant problem caused by construction is the damage it does to the root systems of the trees. There is a classic misconception that roots are "as deep as the tree is tall". They are not! The root systems of most of the trees throughout the property are very shallow. Roots generally grow within the first 12-18 inches of the original grade; with a large majority of the fibrous roots within the first 6-8 inches of the soil (see Figure I). u..." -.t There are two major types of roots. The large woody Figure 1 roots most of us are familiar with provide anchorage, storage, and conduction. Trees also have small, non - woody roots called feeder roots. These roots provide absorption, pulling water and nutrients from the soil, both of which are necessary for photosynthesis and respiration. In order for roots to grow, they need both moisture and oxygen. Roots can extend long distances from the trunk, often two to three times the radius of the dripline, depending on the environment and where oxygen and water are available. Changes in the root system of a tree can cause serious, long- term problems, including trunk decay, decline, and death. Besides mechanical and root damage, trees will also be exposed to environmental factors such as changes in water sources and exposure to sunlight. Under normal circumstances, trees may need to acclimate to a new environment created by a change in any one of these factors, resulting in increased stress levels. However, during construction, many factors become a concern at the same time, making preservation planning very necessary. It is our goal to help the trees whenever possible. The procedures we will recommend are to limit stress to the trees to be preserved. In protecting the trees from construction, our main focus will be shielding the critical zone of the root system from damage. There are various means of protecting the trees and their roots during the construction process, including: • Installation of fencing to protect the root zone. ® Installation of signage for preservation zones. Pre -construction fertilization of key trees. Root pruning during construction after roots are damaged. Implementation of a watering program. Site visits during the construction process. Post -construction vertical mulching in areas of high soil compaction. Post -construction planning for continued preservation efforts. Although there is no way to guarantee the trees will not die during or after the process, we should do our best to protect the trees and give them a fighting chance. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 ]CM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 2 Tree Analysis The Cherry Creek Estates property was inspected during September of 2002. The results were presented in the form of a Woodland Analysis by Vine and Branch. Those results will not be repeated in full here. Please refer to that analysis for full details on each stand. As presented in that analysis, the stands of trees on this property vary in quality, age, species composition, past use, and topography. For these reasons, each stand will be addressed separately in the discussion. The East and West stands are beautiful woods that contain large trees. These trees would be valuable to the homesites if we can preserve them before, during, and after construction. It is important to take into consideration each species when preparing a tree preservation plan: o Some species are generally considered to have moderate to good tolerance of construction, including the oak species (Quercus spp.), American elm (Uimus americans), hawthorn (Crataegusspp.), and crabapple (Maiusspp.). Their response depends mostly on how much soil compaction, root disturbance, and water stress they receive. o Although American elms are considered to be tolerant of site disturbance, their pest problems put them at greater risk. Elm bark beetles, which carry Dutch elm disease, are attracted to stressed trees. Care must be taken to avoid stressing the elm trees. o Some species are much less tolerant and will need strict care, including sugar maple (Acer ,accharun7), American beech (Fagus grandifo&i), black walnut (Jug/ans nigra), and black cherry (Prunus serotina). Special attention will need to be placed on each of these species. They will require adequate water and care to have a chance at survival. o Both sugar maple, American beech, black walnut are all considered intolerant of fill. If plans are to raise the grade around these trees, methods to keep the original grade within the critical root zones of these trees should be considered. American beech, black walnut, and black cherry are all intolerant of mechanical injury due to poor compartmentalization. These trees should be properly fenced and everything kept out of the root zones to limit damage to the trunks and canopies. Our Tree Preservation Plans and Specifications have taken these factors into account. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 ]CM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 3 Discussion As mentioned, the greatest damage during construction often comes from injury to the root systems. Many construction processes require extensive amounts of excavation and soil compaction. Excavation within root zones removes both support roots and absorbing roots. This can cause decreased stability and water stress, among other problems. Besides soil removal, soil compaction is common. For structural stability, compaction is required for buildings, roads, footings, sidewalks, etc. Compaction is also caused by equipment moving over the area and material storage. Soil compaction decreases the amount of air and water available to the roots, limits root growth, and can lead to decay, decline, and death. For this phase of our Tree Preservation Plan, preservation procedures will be outlined by stand. All construction within these stands should follow the Tree Preservation Specifications listed in the attachments. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 JCM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 4 East Stand (Lots # 115-126, 136-139 _150-151)L.This is a mature, established forest with many large, beautiful trees. The consulting arborist should review each lot plan before construction starts to make recommendations to preserve each tree on that lot. Each tree should be fenced off at the dripline before construction begins. If possible, these trees should be exposed gradually. Trees in an established forest are blocked from the full force of the wind by the trees surrounding it. The wind is distributed across many trees that support each other. Trees grown in these situations do not develop the stronger, more extensive root systems that trees grown in the open must develop. So when forest grown trees are suddenly exposed, their roots systems do not have time to develop and adapt to the new wind stress conditions. These trees may not be able to withstand the new stress conditions and may topple or lose branches unless they are allowed to adapt gradually. The tree growth zone along this eastern property line shall be at least 30 feet wide to allow adequate root for the root systems of these trees. If this zone is less than 30 feet, most trees will not have room to develop adequate root systems and maintain good health. Poor tree health will increase future care and replacement costs. Utilities shall be routed outside of this zone. An additional 120 foot tree growth zone will be established in the southeast corner where the elevation drops off. The site contractor shall meet with the Consulting Arborist at the site prior to beginning work to review all work procedures, access and haul routes, and tree protection measures. The tree protection fencing shall be installed and proper "Do not enter" signs affixed. Any damage to trees due to site clearing activities shall be reported to the consulting Arborist within 6 hours so that remedial action can be taken. Timeliness is critical to tree health. m The lot clearing that is to be completed should be undertaken by qualified Arborists under the direction of a Certified Arborist, not by demolition or construction contractors. The Arborists should remove the trees in a manner that causes no damage to the mature trees that are to remain. No materials, spoil, washout water, waste or equipment, (especially concrete equipment and tools) shall be deposited, stored, or parked within the tree protection zone (fenced area). ® Any grading, construction, demolition, or other work that is expected to encounter tree roots should be monitored by the Consulting Arborist. Spoil from the building foundation shall not be placed within the tree protection zone, either temporarily or permanently. It is suggested that the spoil be placed in a space away from the trees. All underground utilities, downspouts or irrigation lines and landscape lighting shall be routed outside the tree protection zone. If utility lines must cross through the protection area, they shall be tunneled or bored under the tree. There is to be no parking or equipment storage of any kind within the tree protective zone. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 ]CM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 5 West stand Lots # 1-4 5-19 20-33 99-106 : This north end of this area that includes lots 20- 23, is mature established woods with large beautiful trees. This area should be protected with all the specifications listed below. The Consulting Arborist shall review each lot plan before construction starts to make recommendations to preserve each tree on that lot. Each tree shall be fenced off at the dripline before construction begins. The central and southern portion of this area that includes lots 24-31 has a history of use that includes some livestock sheds, pastures, and a building site. This area has more younger trees and some trees that should be removed. There are black locust in the center of this area that should have herbicide applied to them before construction because they may resprout if they are mechanically damaged during construction. This may include lot clearing. Black locust is notorious for prolific resprouting when damaged. Although the trees here are younger and have a less desirable species composition, there are still many trees present that could add value to the lots if preserved during construction. The Consulting Arborist shall review each lot plan before construction starts to make recommendations to preserve the desirable trees on each individual lot. Each tree shall be fenced off at the dripline before construction begins. A 50 foot conservation zone will be established in this stand in the approximate location of lots 5-19. This zone will occupy the west end of each of these lots. The perimeter of this zone shall be strongly signed, possibly even roped off before construction begins to avoid any accidental impacts to this area. The signs should read "Do not enter the Conservation Zone". If possible, these trees should be exposed gradually. Trees in an established forest are blocked from the full force of the wind by the trees surrounding it. The wind is distributed across many trees that support each other. Trees grown in these situations do not develop the stronger, more extensive root systems that trees grown in the open must develop. So when forest grown trees are suddenly exposed, their roots systems do not have time to develop and adapt to the new wind stress conditions. These trees may not be able to withstand the new stress conditions unless they are allowed to adapt gradually. to The site contractor shall meet with the Consulting Arborist at the site prior to beginning work to review all work procedures, access and haul routes, and tree protection measures. • The tree protection fencing shall be installed and proper "Do not enter" signs affixed. • Any damage to trees due to site clearing activities shall be reported to the consulting Arborist within 6 hours so that remedial action can be taken. Timeliness is critical to tree health. • The lot clearing that is to be completed should be undertaken by qualified Arborists under the direction of a Certified Arborist, not by demolition or construction contractors. The Arborists should remove the trees in a manner that causes no damage to the mature trees that are to remain. • No materials, spoil, washout water, waste or equipment, (especially concrete equipment and tools) shall be deposited, stored, or parked within the tree protection zone (fenced area). • Any grading, construction, demolition, or other work that is expected to encounter tree roots should be monitored by the Consulting Arborist. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 ]CM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 6 Spoil from the building foundation shall not be placed within the tree protection zone, either temporarily or permanently. It is suggested that the spoil be placed in a space away from the trees. All underground utilities, downspouts or irrigation lines and landscape lighting shall be routed outside the tree protection zone. If utility lines must cross through the protection area, they shall be tunneled or bored under the tree. There is to be no parking or equipment storage of any kind within the tree protective zone. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 ]CM 11/26/2002 317.846,1424 Page 7 North Fencerow: This is an established line of trees with a mixed composition. Although it has not been maintained, it could be easily developed into a nice treeline. It needs to be cleaned out and thinned. The species composition will be selectively improved during thinning. Then, with trimming and maintenance, many of these established trees will provide greater immediate benefits than new trees which must establish and grow before they provide any significant benefits. The species composition can be improved and supplemented with plantings. The fencerow is currently composed primarily of younger trees less than 8" in diameter with some trees already in the 8-16" diameter range. With management these trees could easily be become a nice border. The species composition will have to be managed. The desirable species like white ash, hackberry, sassafras, some hawthorns, and boxelder can be kept and managed. The less desirable species like mulberry and osage orange will be removed. Exceptional specimens like the large shingle oak shall be protected during construction with fencing and signage. The tree growth zone along this northern property line shall be at least 30 feet wide to allow adequate root for the root systems of these trees. If this zone is less than 30 feet, most trees will not have room to develop adequate root systems and maintain good health. Poor tree health will increase future care and replacement costs. Utilities shall be routed outside of this zone. • The site contractor shall meet with the Consulting Arborist at the site prior to beginning work to review all work procedures, access and haul routes, and tree protection measures. The tree protection fencing shall be installed and proper "Do not enter" signs affixed. Any damage to trees due to site clearing activities shall be reported to the consulting Arborist _within 6 hours so that remedial action can be taken. Timeliness is critical to tree health. The lot clearing that is to be completed should be undertaken by qualified Arborists under the direction of a Certified Arborist, not by demolition or construction contractors. The Arborists should remove the trees in a manner that causes no damage to the mature trees that are to remain. • No materials, spoil, washout water, waste or equipment, (especially concrete equipment and tools) shall be deposited, stored, or parked within the tree protection zone (fenced area). Any grading, construction, demolition, or other work that is expected to encounter tree roots should be monitored by the Consulting Arborist. Spoil from the building foundation shall not be placed within the tree protection zone, either temporarily or permanently. It is suggested that the spoil be placed in a space away from the trees. All underground utilities, downspouts or irrigation lines and landscape lighting shall be routed outside the tree protection zone. If utility lines must cross through the protection area, they shall be tunneled or bored under the tree. There is to be no parking or equipment storage of any kind within the tree protective zone. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 3CM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 8 South fencerow: This fencerow is much like the northern fencerow with minor exceptions to the species composition and a few larger trees. This fencerow has more sugar maples which make excellent backyard trees and serve well as screens. This fencerow would be managed just like the northern boundary with a tree growth zone of 30 feet. It will take more plantings because many of the trees here appear to be on the south side of the property line and not within our control. The tree growth zone along this southern property line shall be at least 30 feet wide to allow adequate root for the root systems of these trees. If this zone is less than 30 feet, most trees will not have room to develop adequate root systems and maintain good health. Poor tree health will increase future care and replacement costs. Utilities shall be routed outside of this zone. The site contractor shall meet with the Consulting Arborist at the site prior to beginning work to review all work procedures, access and haul routes, and tree protection measures. ® The tree protection fencing shall be installed and proper "Do not enter" signs affixed. Any damage to trees due to site clearing activities shall be reported to the consulting Arborist within 6 hours so that remedial action can be taken. Timeliness is critical to tree health. The lot clearing that is to be completed should be undertaken by qualified Arborists under the direction of a Certified Arborist, not by demolition or construction contractors. The Arborists should remove the trees in a manner that causes no damage to the mature trees that are to remain. ® No materials, spoil, washout water, waste or equipment, (especially concrete equipment and tools) shall be deposited, stored, or parked within the tree protection zone (fenced area). Any grading, construction, demolition, or other work that is expected to encounter tree roots should be monitored by the Consulting Arborist. Spoil from the building foundation shall not be placed within the tree protection zone, either temporarily or permanently. It is suggested that the spoil be placed in a space away from the trees. All underground utilities, downspouts or irrigation lines and landscape lighting shall be routed outside the tree protection zone. If utility lines must cross through the protection area, they shall be tunneled or bored under the tree. ® There is to be no parking or equipment storage of any kind within the tree protective zone. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 ]CM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 9 Rigaj,ian corridors: The 2 riparian corridors should remain as forested as possible to maintain the health of the system. These corridors have value as environmental purifiers, community greenspace, and wildlife habitat. Any reduction in the tree cover will negatively impact the steam's health and decrease these values proportionately. These streams are very important to the community and should be protected The Consulting Arborist and ecologist should accompany anyone interested in removing trees or altering the vegetation to explain why each one is important. The Tree Preservation Specifications section has more explanation on each of the above concerns. Vine & Branch Fact Sheets on each subject are also available. Site visits by the consultant are helpful in monitoring the above concerns. He can then advise as to any further procedures necessary to protect the tree. The site visits should be regular to increase the protection provided to the tree. Finally, the end of construction does not mean the end of tree preservation. The first five years following construction are critical in the health of the tree and present a window in which further care is to be undertaken. Tree preservation is an ongoing effort. Watering, fertilization and necessary pruning should be undertaken. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 ]CM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 10 Conclusion This project has the potential to be an arboricultural gem. The preservation of the woodlands on the west end of the property leaves a woodland where children can play and wildlife can live. The woodland is composed of many large, beautiful trees like catalpas American beech, sugar maples oaks, and even a few Ohio buckeyes and paw paws. It is a place of quiet beauty that enriches the soul and renews people's spirit. There are two large, established stands of trees that provide unique building opportunities with proper planning. Large trees can be preserved during construction providing a house setting unlike any other. Using the existing vegetation along the property boundaries will save time, money and provide a faster result. The established trees will instantly provide screening and green -lines to separate and privatize the neighboring communities. They will provide food sources and habitat for the birds and other wildlife. Keeping the creek as natural as possible will benefit the community and give the wildlife a place to go. Using Vine & Branch's Consulting Arborist and ecological consultants during the planning process and throughout the construction will assure as much of these positive values are preserved. Vine & Branch appreciates this opportunity to help with the planning of this development and we look forward to working with you in the future. I certify that all the statements of fact in this Tree Preservation Plan are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and that they are made in good faith. Judson R. Scott President, Vine & Branch Inc. Registered Consulting Arborist #392 American Society of Consulting Arborists Jeffrey Maddox Ecologist, Vine & Branch Inc. 1 Figure one taken from Trees and Development, a Technical Guide to the Preservation of Trees During Land Develo ment, Matheny Nelda, Clark James, International Society of Arboriculture, Publishers, Champaign IL USA, 1998. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 317.846.1424 Platinum Properties - Cherry Creek Estates JCM 11/26/2002 Page 11 Attachment A: Master list of tree species found on site American elm (Ulmus americana) Beech (Fagus grandifolia) Bitternut hickory (Carya cordiformis) Black cherry (Prunus serotina) Black locust (Robinia psuedoacacia) Black walnut (Juglans nigra) Boxelder (Acer negundo) Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa) Cottonwood (Populus deltoides) Fruit species (Malus spp) Hackberry (Celtis occidentalis) Hawthorns (Crataegusspp.) Honey locust (Gleditsia triacanthos) Hornbeam (Carpinus caroliniana) Kentucky coffeetree (Gymnocladus dioica) Ohio buckeye (Aesculusglabra) Osage orange (Maclura pomifera) Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) Red elm (Ulmus rubra) Red mulberry (Morus rubra) Red oak (Quercus rubra) Redbud (Cercis canadensis) River birch (Betula nigra) Sassafras (Sassafras albidum) Shagbark hickory (Carya ovata) Silver maple (Acersaccharinum) Sugar maple (Acersaccharum) Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) White ash (Fraxinus americana) White mulberry (Morus alba) White oak (Quercus alba) Willow (Salixspp.) Yellow poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera) Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 JCM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 12 Attachment B: Tree Preservation Specifications (Abbreviated version for architectural drawings) 1. The site contractor is required to meet with the consultant at the site prior to beginning work to review all work procedures, access and haul routes, and tree protection measures. 2. The tree protection fencing is to be installed and proper "Do not enter" signs affixed. 3. All trees shall be pruned in accordance with the ANSI Z-133 Guidelines and the ANSI A-300 standards. Copies available upon request. 4. Any damage to trees due to site clearing activities shall be reported to the consulting Arborist within 6 hours so that remedial action can be taken. Timeliness is critical to tree health. 5. There is to be nothing roped off to the remaining trees during the site clearing process. 6. There is to be no parking within the tree protective zone. 7. There is to be no fuel storage or filling of equipment within the tree protective zones Pruning Specifications for Trees to be Preserved 1. The preserved trees should be pruned to: a. clear the crown of diseased, crossing, weak, and dead wood to a minimum size of 1 incr in diameter; b. Remove stubs, cutting outside the branch bark collar as it is defined in the ANSI A-300. 2. Where temporary clearance is needed for access, branches shall be tied back to hold them out of the clearance zone. 3. All pruning shall be performed by qualified Arborists and overseen by a consulting Arborist. All pruning shall be in accordance with the Tree Pruning Guidelines (International Society of Arboriculture) and/or the ANSI A-300 Pruning Standard (American National Standard for Tree Care Operations) and adhere to the mose recent edition of ANSI Z-133.1. Construction Specifications 1. All underground utilities, downspouts or irrigation lines and landscape lighting shall be routed outside the tree protection zone. If utility lines must cross through the protection area, they shall be tunneled or bored under the tree. 2. No materials, equipment, spoil, or waste or washout water (especially concrete equipment and tools) may be deposited, stored, or parked within the tree protection zone (fenced area). 3. Additional tree pruning required for clearance during construction must be performed by a qualified Arborist with oversight by a consulting Arborist, not by construction personnel. 4. Any herbicides placed under paving materials or in the foundation footings must be approved by the Consulting Arborist in writing and be safe for use around trees and labeled for that use. Any pesticides/herbicides used on site must be tree -safe and not easily transported by water. 5. Any grading, construction, demolition, or other work that is expected to encounter tree roots must be monitored by the Consulting Arborist. 6. Spoil from the building foundation shall not be placed within the tree protection zone, either temporarily or permanently. It is suggested that the spoil be placed in a space away from the trees. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 JCM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 13 Attachment Co Tree Preservation Plan Particulars- Non abbreviated version The forest trees should be protected during the construction process. The following steps are suggested for their protection. (See Attachment D for Spanish translation) Specifications for Site Clearing The following work must be accomplished before the construction occurs within the drip line of tree: 1. The site contractor is required to meet with the Consultanting Arborist at the site prior to beginning work to review all work procedures, access and haul routes, and tree protection measures. 2. The tree protection fencing is to be installed and proper "Do Not Enter" signs affixed. 3. The lot clearing that is to be completed should be undertaken by qualified Arborists under the direction of a Consulting Arborist, not by the demolition or construction contractors. The Arborists should remove the trees in a manner that causes no damage to the mature trees that are to remain. 4. Small trees to be removed within the tree protective zones shall be removed by hand or with equipment sitting outside the tree protection zone. Stumps should be removed by the use of a stump grinder so as to cause as little root disturbance to the remaining trees. 5. All trees shall be pruned in accordance with the ANSI Z-133 Guidelines and the ANSI A-300 standards. Copies available upon request. 6. Any damage to trees due to site clearing activities shall be reported to the Consulting Arborist within 6 hours so that remedial action can be taken. Timeliness is critical to tree health. 7. There is to be no tree felled so as to touch the trees that are to remain. Any limbs that conflict with the crown of the remaining trees should be hand pruned off before felling. 8. There is to be nothing roped off to the remaining trees during the site clearing process. 9. There is to be no parking within the tree protective zone. 10. There is to be no fuel storage or filling of equipment within the tree protective zones Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 ]CM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 14 Pruning Specifications for Trees to be Preserved 1. The preserved trees should be pruned to: c. clear the crown of diseased, crossing, weak, and dead wood to a minimum size of 1 inch in diameter; d. remove stubs, cutting outside the branch bark collar as it is defined in the ANSI A-300. 2. Where temporary clearance is needed for access, branches shall be tied back to hold them out of the clearance zone. 3. All pruning shall be performed by qualified Arborists under the direction of a Consulting Arborist. All pruning shall be in accordance with the Tree Pruning Guidelines (International Society of Arboriculture) and/or the ANSI A-300 Pruning Standard (American National Standard for Tree Care Operations) and adhere to the more recent edition of ANSI Z-133.1. 4. Interior branches shall not be stripped out. 5. Pruning cuts larger than 4 inches in diameter, except for dead wood, shall be avoided. 6. Pruning cuts that expose heartwood shall be avoided whenever possible. 7. No more than 20 percent of live foliage shall be removed within the trees. 8. While in the tree, the Arborists shall perform an aerial inspection to identify defects that require treatment. Any additional work needed shall be reported to the Consultanting Arborist. 9. Any Lightning Protection system to be installed in the trees should use the standards set forth in the National Arborist 1987 Guide and consulting the ANSI guidelines currently under draft (copies available upon request). 10. No topping, or "lion -tailing" shall be performed on the site. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 ]CM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 15 Construction Specifications 1. All underground utilities, downspouts or irrigation lines and landscape lighting shall be routed outside the tree protection zone. If utility lines must cross through the protection area, they shall be tunneled or bored under the tree. 2. No materials, equipment, spoil, or waste or washout water (especially concrete equipment and tools) may be deposited, stored, or parked within the tree protection zone (fenced area). 3. Additional tree pruning required for clearance during construction must be performed by a qualified Arborist under the direction of a Consulting Arborist, not by construction personnel. 4. Any herbicides placed under paving materials or in the foundation footings must be approved by the Consulting Arborist in writing and be safe for use around trees and labeled for that use. Any pesticides/herbicides used on site must be tree -safe and not easily transported by water. 5. Any grading, construction, demolition, or other work that is expected to encounter tree roots must be monitored by the Consulting Arborist. 6. A tensiometer should be installed within the critical root zone to monitor the moisture during the construction process. 7. The preserved trees shall be irrigated so that it will receive one inch of water per week. Usually this is a 1-2 hour drip irrigation. The desired irrigation shall wet the soil within the tree protection zone to a depth of 30 inches. 8. Mulch should be added to the critical root zone of preserved trees to keep the roots from drying out due to new climate that we are making for the tree. 9. Before construction, the preserved trees should be root pruned, cleanly cutting all roots to a depth of ten to eighteen inches. Roots should be cut by manually digging a trench and cutting exposed roots with a saw, vibrating knife, rock saw, and narrow trencher with sharp blades, or other approved root -pruning equipment. 10. Any roots on preserved trees that are damaged during grading or construction should be reported to the Consulting Arborist. They should be exposed to sound tissue and cut cleanly with a saw. 11. Spoil from the building foundation shall not be placed within the tree protection zone, either temporarily or permanently. It is suggested that the spoil be placed in a space away from the trees. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 JCM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 16 Construction Specifications Continued 12. No burn piles or debris pits shall be placed within the tree protection zone. No ashes, debris, or garbage may be dumped or buried within the tree protection zone. 13. Maintain fire -safe areas around fenced areas. Also, no heat sources, flames, ignition sources, or smoking is allowed near mulch or trees. 14. There is to be no parking within the tree protective zone. 15. There is to be nothing hung from, attached to, or roped off to, the tree during construction. 16. There is to be no storage of anything within the protective root zone. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 ]CM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 17 Attachment D: Spanish Translations Los detalles del plan (Details of the Plan and Site Specifications) de la preservaci6n del 6rbol los arboles forestals se deben Protegra durante el proceso de la construcci6n. Los pasos de progresi6n siguientes se sugieren para su protecci6n. Las especificaciones para el sitio que borra el trabajo siguiente deben ser logradas antes de que la construcci6n ocurra dentro del drip line del Arbol: 1. El contratista del sitio se requiere satisfacer con al consultor en el sitio antes del trabajo del principio para repasar todos los procedimientos del trabajo, rutas del acceso y del transporte, y medidas de la protecci6n del 6rbol. 2. El cercar de la protecci6n del 6rbol es ser instalado y apropiado " no incorpore " las muestras puestas. 3. El claro de la porci6n que debe ser terminado se debe emprender por Arborists cualificado y no por los contratistas de la demolici6n o de la construcci6n. El Arborists quitara los arboles de una manera que no cause ning6n dano a los arboles maduros que deben permanecer. 4. Los arboles pequenos que se quitaran en cierre dentro de las zonas protectoras del 6rbol seran quitados a mano o con el equipo que se sienta fuera de la zona de la protecci6n del 6rbol. Los tocones se deben quitar por el use de una amoladora del toc6n para causar como poco disturbio de la raiz a los arboles restantes. 5. Todos los arboles seran podados de acuerdo con las guias de consulta asociadas proporcionadas del ANSI Z-133 y los estandares del ANSI A 300. Copia disponible por requerimiento. 6. Cualquier danos a los arboles debido a las actividades del claro del sitio seran serialados a consultar Arborist en el plazo de 6 horas para poder tomar la acci6n remediadora. La puntualidad es critica a la salud del 6rbol 7. Hay no ser arbol felled para tocar los arboles que deben permanecer. Cualquier miembro que este en conflicto con la corona de los arboles restantes debe ser mano podada apagado antes de tala. 8. Hay no ser nada roped apagado a los arboles restantes durante el proceso del claro del sitio. 9. Hay no ser estacionamiento dentro de la zona protectora del 6rbol. Hay no ser almacenaje de combustible del rellen❑ del equipo dentro de las zonas protectoras del 6rbol Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties - Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 ]CM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 18 Especificaciones del retiro de la poda y del arbol (Pruning and Tree Removal Specifications) 1. Los arboles preservados se deben podar: claro del a. la corona de enfermo, de cruzarse, debil, y de la madera muerta a una talla minima de 1 pulgada de diametro; el b. quita los trozos, cortando fuera del collar de la corteza de la ramificaci6n mientras que se define en el ANSI A 300. 2. Donde esta necesaria la separaci6n temporal para el acceso, las ramificaciones seran atadas de nuevo a asimiento ellos fuera de la zona de la separaci6n. 3. Todo la poda sera realizada por Arborists cualificado. Todo la poda estara de acuerdo con las guias de consulta de la poda del arbol (sociedad internacional de la arboricultura) y/o el estandar de la poda del ANSI A300 (American National Standard para las operaciones del cuidado del arbol) y adherira a la edici6n mas reciente de ANSI Z133.1. 4. Las ramificaciones interiores no seran eliminadas hacia fuera. 5. La poda corta mas en gran parte de 4 pulgadas de diametro, a excepci6n de la madera muerta, seran evitadas. 6. Los cortes de la poda que exponen el heartwood seran evitados siempre que sea posible. 7. No mas de 20 por ciento de follaje vivo seran quitados dentro de los arboles. 8. Mientras que en el arbol, el Arborists realizara un examen aereo para identificar los defectos que requieren el tratamiento. Cualquier trabajo adicional necesitado sera senalado al consultor. 9. Cualquier sistema de la protecci6n contra la luz que se instalara en los arboles debe utilizar los estandares dispuestos en la guia 1987 y consultar nacionales de Arborist con todo ser guias de consulta release/versi6n del ANSI (copias disponibles por requerimiento). Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 ]CM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 19 Las especificaciones de construcci6n (Construction Specifications) 1. todo los utilitarios, los downspouts o las lineas de la irrigaci6n a iluminaci6n subterraneos del paisaje seran encaminadas fuera de la zona de la protecci6n del arbol. Si y las lineas utilitarias debe atravesar el area de la protecci6n, seran tunneled o agujerearon bajo el arbol. 2. Ningunos materiales, equipo, escombros, o agua de la basura o del derrubio (especialmente equipo y las herramientas concretos) no se pueden depositar, salvar, o parquear dentro de la zona de la protecci6n del arbol (area cercada). 3. La poda adicional del arbol requerida para la separaci6n durante la construccion se debe realizar por un Arborist cualificado y no por personal de la construccion. 4. Cualquier herbicida colocado bajo pavimentar los materiales o en los pies de la fundaci6n debe ser aprobado por consultar Arborist en la escritura y ser seguro para el use alrededor de arboles y ser etiquetado para ese uso. Cualquier pesticida usado en sitio debe ser Arbol- seguro y transportado no facilmente por el agua. 5. El cualquier calificar, la construccion, la demolici6n, o el otro trabajo que se espera que encuentre raices del arbol se deben vigilar por consultar Arborist. 6. Un tensi6metro se debe instalar dentro de la zona critica de la raiz para vigilar la humedad durante el proceso de la construccion. 7. Los arboles preservados seran irrigados de modo que reciba una pulgada de agua por semana. Esto es generalmente una irrigaci6n por goteo de la hora 1-2. La irrigaci6n deseada mojara el suelo dentro de la zona de la protecci6n del arbol a una profundidad de 30 pulgadas. 8. El pajote se debe agregar a la zona critica de la raiz de arboles preservados para guardar las raices de secarse fuera de debido al nuevo clima que estamos haciendo para el arbol. Estara en un bosque pero no mas de largo tuvo que transici6n a un homesite. 9. Antes de que la construccion los arboles preservados sea raiz podada cortando todas las raices limpio a una profundidad de diez dieciocho pulgadas. Las raices seran cortadas manualmente cavando un foso y cortando raices expuestas con una sierra, un cuchillo que vibra, una sierra de la rocs, un trencher estrecho con las laminas sostenidas, o un otro equipo raiz-root-pruning aprobado. 10. Cualquier raiz en los arboles preservados que se damn durante calificar o la construccion debe ser 11. Los escombros de la fundaci6n de la casa no seran colocados dentro de la zona de la protecci6n del Arbol, temporalmente o permanentemente. Se sugiere que los escombros esten colocados en el espacio de la hierba fuera de la porci6n del bosque. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Platinum Properties — Cherry Creek Estates Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 JCM 11/26/2002 317.846.1424 Page 20 12. No se colocara ningunas pilas de la quemadura o huecos de los escombros dentro de la zona de la protecci6n del arbol. Ningunas cenizas, escombros, o basura no se pueden vaciar ❑ enterrar dentro de la zona de la protecci6n del arbol. Las Especificaciones De Construcci6n Continuaron 13. Mantenga las areas fuego-seguras alrededor de areas cercadas. Tambien, no se permite ningunas fuentes de calor, llamas, fuentes de ignici6n, o fumar cerca del pajote o de los arboles. 14. Hay no ser estacionamiento dentro de la zona protectors del arbol. 15. Hay no ser nada colgado de asociado a o roped apagado al arbol durante la construcci6n. 16. Hay no ser almacenaje cualquier cosa dentro de la zona protectora de la raiz. t 1 Translation compliments of Altavista translation services. Copyright © 2002 Vine & Branch, Inc. Judson R. 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