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VINE&. BRANCH, INC.
Arboricultural Consulting
JUDSON R. SCOTT
Registered Consulting Arborist #392
4721 E. 146tn St.
Carmel, Indiana 46033
Phone: 317-846-1424 IV Fax: 317-846-3788
Email: Treeconsultant@aol.com
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Member: American Society of Consulting Arborists, National Arborist Association,
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Landscape Association, and Indiana Nursery and Landscape Association.
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Vine&. Branch
Arboricultural Consulting
Tree Preservation Plan
December 05, 2002
Lauth Property Group
RE: Clay Terrace
9777 N. College
Indianapolis, IN 46280
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Executive SummarY
The Clay Terrace project will include a 50 foot buffer zone on the west boundary and part of
the south boundary. The buffer zones are mostly forested now. Most of these trees can be
preserved and will continue to buffer the surrounding neighborhoods from the traffic and
business of Clay Terrace. A few areas within the buffer zone will need to be reforested or
planted to complete the buffer. The line of trees and shrubs will soften the lines of the
development and enrich the environment as well.
Planning and implementing tree preservation plans before, during and after construction will
reduce replacement costs and tree health maintenance. Following this tree preservation plan
will assure maximum returns from the trees that remain.
Assignment
The assignment at Clay Terrace is to prepare a plan to preserve the trees in the 50 foot
landscaped buffer zone on the west and south sides of the Clay Terrace Project. This plan
includes work to be done before, during and after the construction process.
We are to advise the client, architect, landscape architect, and contractors on processes that
may impact the trees within the buffer zone. Our goal is to lessen the impact of the
construction that will help preserve the trees. Proper tree preservation planning also decreases
expensive long-term maintenance costs for the trees.
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Tree Biologv and Construction ImDacts
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 landscapes, existing trees have been
relatively undisturbed for many years providing them with a "wooded area" environment.
Therefore, any construction procedures that come near the root system of any existing tree will
cause stress.
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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 Figure 1.
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 crueal.
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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 11).
There are two major types of roots. The large woody 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 aeated by a change in anyone 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.
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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.
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. 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.
. A 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.
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Tree Analvsis
Vine & Branch has become very familiar with this site during our tree inventories in February
2002 and subsequent visits since then. The forest trees in the 50' buffer area are mostly
smaller trees under 10" dbh (diameter at breast height), with a few larger trees scattered
throughout. Typical species found are American elm, white ash, black walnut, bitternut hickory,
hackberry, and osage orange. A complete list of the tree species can be found in the inventory
previously submitted. The trees present have grown in a forest setting and so are taller and
thinner, with a smaller crown than trees grown in open conditions. They have not been
maintained at all. The condition of the individual trees ranges from excellent to poor to dead.
The topography is slightly rolling but generally considered an upland site. The soils were not
tested as part of our analysis, but visual observations indicate the soil is fairly loamy. There is a
small north/south drainage running through the south boundary near the southwest comer.
There are houses immediately to the south and west of the buffer area. A gas pipeline runs
northeast/southWest through the west boundary. A powerline runs along the western boundary
from the northwest comer southwards about 3A of the length of this boundary. The powerline
is approximately 15 feet above the ground.
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At the north end of the western boundary, there is a house with a row of white pines. The rest
of that house property is un-forested. As you continue south, along the western boundary, the
buffer area is populated with many saplings and pole size trees. Most are less than 10". When
you reach the gas pipeline ROW, there is a change. From the gas line ROWand continuing
south to where Rockberry road meets the boundary, there is an area that has been used by the
neighbor for years. It is mostly cleared and mown. He has firewood piled in the area. From
Rockberry road south to the southwest corner, it is forested again. There is a higher
percentage of larger trees over 12" here, but still not many.
Most of the trees growing under or near the powerline have been topped and pruned heavily.
These trees are not pretty and not in good health.
The south boundary is forested from the southwest comer to the crop field to the east. The
forest here is comprised of a good mix of saplings, poles, and larger trees. The species
composition is slightly below average quality. There are multiple trees like black locust and
osage orange. But the desirable species like hickory, ash, black walnut, and black cherry are
present as well. There is approximately 300 feet of this south buffer zone that is un-forested
due to the crop field. This area will need to be planted/reforested.
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It is important to take into consideration each species when preparing a tree preservation plan.
Some of the species are generally considered to have moderate to good tolerance of
construction, including the oak species (Quercus spp.), American elm (Ulmus americana),
hawthorn (Crataegus spp.), and crabapple (Malus spp.). Their response depends mostly on
how much soil compaction, root disturbance, and water stress they receive.
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 keep the stress on the elm trees down.
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Some species present are much less tolerant and will need strict care, including sugar maple
(Acer saccharum), black walnut (Juglans nigra), and black cherry (prunus seratina). 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.
Black walnut and sugar: maple are considered intolerant of fill. Attention should be paid to not
raise the grade around these trees, methods to keep the original grade within the critical root
zones of these trees is imperative. Black walnut and black cherry are intolerant of mechanical
injury due to poor compartmentalization.
All trees to be preserved should be properly fenced and everything kept out of the root zones to
limit damage to the trunks and canopies. For the Clay Terrace project, fencing will need to be
installed along the entire interior perimeter of the buffer zone. The fence will be installed
beyond the actual boundary of the buffer zone to protect the tree's root systems during
construction.
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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. Compaction is required for structural stability 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. Any processes of
excavation and compaction shall be limited within the critical root zones of the trees.
The trees within the buffer zone shall be protected during construction and maintained after
construction is finished. Specific recommendations include:
. The site contractors 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.
. Tree protection fencing shall be installed at the dripline of the trees in the buffer
zone and proper "Tree Preservation Zone" signs affixed.
. The trees within the buffer zone shall be fertilized before construction begins to
increase their vigor. This will increase their ability to handle stress from construction.
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. At the northwest comer, the existing house, the white pines can be preserved within
the buffer zone. The rest of this yard that lies in the buffer zone should be planted into
suitable buffer zone trees and shrubs. A list of suitable species is listed in Attachment A.
. The area along the western boundary that is being used by the neighbor should be
reforested or replanted with shrubs and shorter showy trees. A list of suitable species is
listed in Attachment A.
. The trees under the powerline along the western boundary should be replaced over
time with shorter growing species suitable for the growth conditions under a powerline.
A list of suitable species is listed in Attachment A.
. Most of the trees in the buffer zone over 12" dbh need to be crown cleaned or
deadwooded. There are only about 20 trees of this size.
. A few of the larger trees need cables installed to support codominant trunks. After
the surrounding forest is cleared and the undesirable trees are removed from the buffer
zone, specific trees needed cabling should be identified, marked, and cabled.
. Any damage to trees shall be reported to the Consulting Arborist within 6 hours so
that remedial action can be taken. Timeliness is critical to tree health.
. 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).
. The Consulting Arborist should monitor any grading, construction, demolition, or
other work that is expected to encounter tree roots.
. 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.
. The preserved trees shall be irrigated so that they will receive 1-1.5 inches of water
per week during droughty periods.
. 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.
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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 trees.
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.
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Conclusion
The Clay Terrace project will include a 50 foot buffer zone on the west boundary and part of
the south boundary. The buffer zones are mostly forested now. Most of these trees can be
preserved and will continue to buffer the surrounding neighborhoods from the traffic and
business of Clay Terrace. A few areas within the buffer zone will need to be reforested or
planted to complete the buffer. The line of trees and shrubs will soften the lines of the
development and enrich the environment as well.
Planning and implementing tree preservation plans before, during and after construction will
reduce replacement costs and tree health maintenance. Following this tree preservation plan
will assure maximum returns from the trees that remain.
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Vine & Branch appreciates this opportunity and looks 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.
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Attachment A:
Trees and shrub species suited for the buffer zone at Clay Terrace
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TREES:
Redbud (Cercis canadensis)
Serviceberry (Arnelanchier canadensis)
Hawthorns (Crataegus species)
Crabapples (Malus species)
Fruiting trees
Apples (Malus species/cultivars)
Pears (Pyrus species/cultivars)
Cherries/chokecherry (Prunus species), Prunus virginiana,
Star magnolia (Magnolia stellata)
Galaxy magnolia (Magnolia "galaxy" cultivar)
Tree lilac (Syringa recticulata)
Evergreens:
Red cedar (Juniperus virginiana)
White cedar/arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis)
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SHRUBS:
Forsythia (Forsythia species)
Hazelnut (Corylus Americana)
Spicebush (Lindera benzoin)
Hydrangea's (Hydrangea species)
Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius)
Witchhazel (Hamamelis virginiana)
Dwarf sumac (Rhus copllina)
Winterberry (I1ex verticillata)
Wahoo/burning bush (Euonymus atropurpureus)
Blueberries (Vaccinium species)
Vibernums (Vibernum acerifolium and others)
Elderberry (Sambucus Canadensis)
Leatherwood (Dircus palustris)
Lilacs
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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 inch
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. All pruning shall be in accordance with
the Tree Pruning Guidelines (International Society of Arboriculture) and/or the ANSI A300
Pruning Standard (American National Standard for Tree Care Operations) and adhere to the
more recent edition of ANSI Z-133.1.
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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 and 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 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.
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Attachment C:
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 B 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 consultant at the site prior to beginning
work to review all work procedures, access and haul routes, and tree protection measures.
Q 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 and 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
Cwithin 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.
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10. There is to be no fuel storage or filling of equipment within the tree protective zones
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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 ANSIA-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. All pruning shall be in accordance with
the Tree Pruning Guidelines (International Society of Arboriculture) and/or the ANSI A-300
Q 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 consultant.
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 yet to be released ANSI
guidelines (copies available upon request).
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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 and not by construction personnel.
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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 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 they 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.
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9. Before construction, the preserved trees shall be root pruned, cleanly cutting all roots to a
depth of ten to eighteen inches. Roots shall 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.
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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.
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Attachment D:
Spanish Translations
Los detalles del plan (Details of the Plan and Site Specifications)
de la preservacion del arbol los arboles forestals se deben protegra durante el proceso de la
construccion. Los pasos de progresion siguientes se sugieren para su proteccion.
Las especificaciones para el sitio
que borra el trabajo siguiente deben ser logradas antes de que la construccion ocurra dentro
del drip line del arbol:
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1. EI 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 proteccion del arbol.
2. EI cercar de la proteccion del arbol es ser instalado y apropiado II no incorpore II las
muestras puestas.
3. EI claro de la porcion que debe ser terminado se debe emprender por Arborists cualificado y
no por los contratistas de la demolicion 0 de la construccion. EI Arborists quitara los arboles
de una manera que no cause ningun daiio a los arboles maduros que deben permanecer.
4. Los arboles pequeiios que se quitaran en cierre dentro de las zonas protectoras del arbol
seran quitados a mano 0 con el equipo que se sienta fuera de la zona de la proteccion del
arbol. Los tocones se deben quitar por el uso de una amoladora del t0c6n 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 daiios a los arboles debido alas actividades del claro del sitio seran seiialados a
consultar Arborist en el plazo de 6 horas para poder tomar la accion remediadora. La
puntualidad es critica a la salud del arbol
Q 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 arbol. Hay no ser almacenaje
de combustible del relleno del equipo dentro de las zonas protectoras del arbol
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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 ramificacion mientras que se define en el
ANSI A 300.
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2. Donde estil necesaria la separacion temporal para el acceso, las ramificaciones seran atadas
de nuevo a asimiento ellos fuera de la zona de la separacion.
3. Todo la poda sera realizada por Arborists cualificado. Todo la poda estara de acuerdo con
las gUlas de consulta de la poda del arbol (sociedad internacional de la arboricultura) y/o el
estilndar de la poda del ANSI A300 (American National Standard para las operaciones del
cuidado del arbol) y adherira a la edicion 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 excepcion 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 at
consultor.
9. Cualquier sistema de la proteccion contra la luz que se instalara en los arboles debe utilizar
los estilndares dispuestos en la gUla 1987 y consultar nacionales de Arborist con todo ser
gUlas de consutta release/version del ANSI (copias disponibles por requerimiento).
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Las especificaciones de construccion (Construction Specifications)
1. todo 105 utilitarios, 105 downspouts 0 las IIneas de la irrigadon e i1uminacion subterraneos
del paisaje seran eneaminadas fuera de la zona de la proteccion del arbol. Si y las Ilneas
utilitarias debe atravesar el area de la proteccion, seran tunneled 0 agujerearon bajo el
arbol.
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2. Ningunos materiales, equipo, escombros, 0 agua de la basura 0 del derrubio (especial mente
equipo y las herramientas concretos) no se pueden depositar, salvar, 0 parquear dentro de
I~, zona de la proteccion del arbol (area cercada).
3. La poda adicional del arbol requerida para la separacion durante la construccion se debe
realizar por un Arborist cualifieado y no por personal de la construccion.
4. Cualquier herbicida colocado bajo pavimentar 105 materiales 0 en 105 pies de la fundacion
debe ser aprobado por consultar Arborist en la escritura y ser seguro para el uso alrededor
de arboles y ser etiquetado para ese uso. Cualquier pesticida usado en sitio debe ser arbol-
seguro y transportado no fckilmente por el agua.
5. EI cualquier califiear, la construccion, la demolidon, 0 el otro trabajo que se espera que
encuentre ralces del arbol se deben vigilar por consultar Arborist.
6. Un tensiometro se debe instalar dentro de la zona crltiea de la ralz 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 irrigadon par goteo de la hora 1-2. Lairrigacion
deseada mojara el suelo dentro de la zona de la proteccion del arbol a una profundidad de
30 pulgadas.
8. EI pajote se debe agregar a la zona crltiea de la ralz de arboles preservados para guardar
las ralces de secarse fuera de debido al nuevo clima que estamos haciendo para el arbol.
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9. Antes de que la construccion 105 arboles preservados sea ralz podada cortando todas las
ralces Iimpio a una profundidad de diez dieciocho pulgadas. Las ralces seran cortadas
manualmente eavando un foso y cortando ralces expuestas con una sierra, un cuchillo que
vi bra, una sierra de la roea, un trencher estrecho con las laminas sostenidas, 0 un otro
equipo ralz-root-pruning aprobado.
10. Cualquier ralz en los arboles preservados que se dafian durante ealifiear 0 la construccion
debe ser
11. Los escombros de la fundacion de la easa no seran colocados dentro de la zona de la
proteccion del arbol, temporal mente 0 permanentemente. Se sugiere que los escombros
esten coloeados en el espacio de la hierba fuera de la pordon del bosque.
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12. No se colocara ningunas pilas de la quemadura 0 huecos de los escombros dentro de la
zona de la proteccion del arbol. Ningunas cenizas, escombros, 0 basura no se pueden vaciar
o enterrar dentro de la zona de la proteccion del arbol. Las Especificaciones De Construccion
Continuaron
13. Mantenga las areas fuego-seguras alrededor de areas cercadas. Tambh!n, no se permite
ningunas fuentes de calor, llamas, fuentes de ignicion, 0 fumar cerca del pajote 0 de 105
arboles.
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14. Hay no ser estacionamiento dentro de la zona protectora del arbol.
15. Hay no ser nada colgado de asociado a 0 roped apagado al arbol durante la construccion.
16. Hay no ser almacenaje cualquier cosa dentro de la zona protectora de la raiz. 1
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