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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTree Preservation - ... ye c le) I (-(L{- 6J Uptown Partners, LLC Tree Preservation Detail for 531 S. Guilford Road Tree Preservation The Developer shall preserve existing established trees that are located within any "Tree Preservation Area" (TPA) that is identified on the Landscape Plan; provided, bowever, that said trees may be removed under any of the following circumstances: . As is necessary to clear dead trees; . As is necessary for the installation of access easements, rights-of-way, streets, paths, sidewalks, utilities and drainage improvements, infrastructure; and . As is necessary for public health and safety as determined in cooperation with the City of Canners Urban Forester. Further, during the development and construction phase of the Guilford Patio Home development, the Developer shan employ and follow the standards and best management practices (BMPs) published by the City of Carmel's Department of Community Services Urban Forestry Section for tree protection. The following BMPs will be used during construction on the site: Construction. The Developer, the Site Contractor, tbe Certified Arborist, and the Engineer shall meet on the site to discuss all aspects of tree protection and maintenance prior to the corrrrnencement of any work. Tree Expert. The Developer shall engage a Certified Arborist to perform the fonowing work: a) Recommend procedures to compensate for loss of roots (if any) and perform initial pruning of branches and stimulation of root growth where removed. This work shall be completed prior to commencing any construction activities. b) Inspect all trees at the completion of construction and perform follow- up care for any damage incurred. c) Submit a written Tree Protection Certification that trees have been protected during the course of construction in conformance with recognized standards of the industry. Certify that damaged trees were promptly and properly treated. Indicate any damaged trees that are incapable of reaching maturity and those recorrrrnended for removal and replacement. Protective Fencing. Protective fencing shall be installed to clearly define the protected area as indicated on the Landscape Plan. Prior to commencing with clearing and grubbing or erosion and sediment control, install temporary orange construction fence around areas to be left undisturbed. Temporary orange .... ---=-- -c. construction fence shall encompass any significant trees to be saved within and along the area designated "TP A". Wash-Out Area. Any "wash-out" area for trucks shall be located away from the "TP A", as approved by the Engineer. Tree Roots. The Developer shall protect tree root systems throughout the life of the project. Tree root systems shall be protected from smothering, flooding, excessive wetting resulting from dewatering operations, off-site runoff, spillage, and drainage of solutions containing materials that could be hazardous to tree roots. Removal of top sailor root mat within the "TP A" is prohibited. Traffic. The Developer is prohibited from parking any construction equipment, or from storing building supplies or material within the "TP A". F oat traffic and vehicular traffic are prohibited within the "TP A". Tree Removal and Damaged Trees. The Developer shall not remove any tree that is designated for preservation. Any tree damaged or destroyed within the "TP A" shall be the responsibility of the Developer. The Developer shall avoid the following: a) Placing backfill in protected areas. b) Felling trees into protected areas. c) Driving construction equipment into or through protected areas. d) Burning in or in close proximity to protected areas. e) Stacking or storing supplies in protected areas. f) Conducting unauthorized trenching operation in the vicinity of tree. . Work within the "TPA" Root Pruning. Developer shall use a trenching machine, vibratory knife, or rock saw to a depth of 18 in. along the outside limits of disturbance, as shown in the Landscape Plan, prior to clearing or grubbing. When a trenching machine is used, the trench shall be immediately backfilled. This root pruning operation shall occur concurrently with tree pruning and tree fertilization. Some trees that are immediately adjacent to the root pruning may be affected adversely due to their close proximity to the excavation. Removal of any of these additional trees or any of their limbs shall require the concurrence of the Certified Arborist, the Developer, and the City of Carmel's Urban Forester. Upon satisfactory completion of these activities, protective fencing shall be installed along the outside edge ofthe trench line. Replacing Damaged Trees. Existing trees that have been designated to remain but are damaged beyond repair due to construction operations or root pruning shall be removed and replaced. Replacement trees shall be the same genus, ,.., ...,. ~ ~.1lIli species, and variety as the removed tree. The replacement trees shall have a minimum caliper of 3 in. Repairing Tree Limbs, Branches, and TrunlQi. The Developer shall repair limbs and branches that have been damaged by construction operations as determined by the Certified Arborist. Repairing shall be accomplished by cutting damaged limbs and branches to healthy wood in conformance with best management practices. Pruning Trees. All pruning shall be in conformance with the current edition of the National Arborist Association Standard for Pruning Shade Trees. All pruning tools and methods employed shall be in conformance with accepted arboricultural practices performed by competent personnel under the direct supervision of the Certified Arborist. Safety ropes shall be used to climb trees to be pruned. Climbing spurs are prohibited. Existing injuries to bark, trunks, and limbs as designated by the Certified Arborist, shall be repaired by properly cutting, smoothing the wood if necessary, tracing the bark to the proper shape to ensure rapid healing, and using only approved tools, materials and methods. All pruned material shall be removed and disposed of by means acceptable to the Certified Arborist. Construction Activities within the "TPA". When construction actiVities become necessary within the TP A, the Developer shall obtain written permission from the City of Carmel's Urban Forester prior to working in the area. Removal and Clean-up Removal. After construction has been completed, protective fencing and all surplus construction material shall be removed from the site in a manner that will not cause damage within the "TPA". Clean-up. a) The Developer shall clean up all work areas. b) Grades shall be restored, stabilized, and blended into the adjacent areas. c) The Developer shall haul away all debris, excess dirt and construction materials and dispose of off-site. d) The Developer shall seed all disturbed areas according to the instructions from the Certified Arborist. e) The Developer shall guard and protect the work to prevent vandal damage. 1.