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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTree Inventory\line iranch ,„„. January 16, 2006 John Talbot Drees Homes 6650 Telecom Dr., Suite 200 Indianapolis, IN 46276 Tree Care Landscaping Consulting Services Re: Stafford Place Mr. Talbot, Enclosed is the tree inventory for Stafford Place on 146th Street in Carmel, IN. A total of 617 trees were inventoried comprised of 53 species. The total diameter inches was measured at 9168 inches. Although 53 tree species were found, most of these species were found in very small percentages. Six of these species comprise 64% of the total population. No other species comprises more than 3% (less than 14 trees) of the population. Black cherry and black walnut constitute almost one third of the population. These are mostly wild grown trees scattered around the property.- White pines constitute 14 %, which seems like a large percentage. However, the pines are all in rows along the borders of the property. Most of the property is composed of naturally growing trees with multiple planted trees intermingled. The result is a mostly natural looking habitat. It is obvious from the species that were planted, and the way that they are distributed, that extensive work has been done to create valuable wildlife habitat. Other land management activities have also occurred to further this goal. These efforts have been very successful. The property harbors a wide variety of wildlife. The large number of species found is the result of landscape plantings around the house, the depression that lies northeast of the houses, and the portion of the property that is north of the houses. These areas have been planted in a wide variety of unusual trees often found in landscape plantings and beautification efforts. There is a wide variety comprised of on a few individuals of any particular species. We appreciate this opportunity to work with you. Please contact us with any questions you may have about this work or any services we may offer in the future. I certify that all the statements of fact in this report are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and that they are made in good faith. Sincerely Judson R. Scott President, Vine & Bran Registered Consulting A American Society of Consul 4721 East 146th Street, Carmel IN 46033 317.846.3778, 317.846.3788 fax Vine:._ : ranch Inc. Tree Care Landscaping Consulting Services Woodland Analysis For: Drees Homes 6650 Telecom Dr., Suite 200 Indianapolis, IN 46276 Re: Stafford Place By: Judson R. Scott Registered Consulting Ar American Society of Consul and Patrick Grecu, Natural Resou January 10, 2006 4721 East 146th Street, Carmel, IN. 46033. 317.846.3778 Vine i ranch January 10, 2006 John Talbot Drees Homes 6650 Telecom Dr., Suite 200 Indianapolis, IN 46276 Re: Stafford Place 'Tree Care Landscaping Consulting Services Mr. Talbot, The following is the requested Woodland Analysis for the Stafford Property located at East 146"' Street in Carmel, Hamilton County, Indiana. Please refer to the aerial photo and the photo documentation (appendix A and B) when reading this report. This report contains lists of all flora and fauna discovered during the inspection (appendix C). The Stafford property is currently a residential property that has an existing home on the property. There is a second home in the proximity of the first that was not assessed. There are large areas of open field on the property covered with various grasses and field weeds. There are small groupings of trees as well as many mature trees scattered throughout the whole property. The property can be divided into two major areas: the open field in the north part of the property (Section A) and the area that contains scattered groupings of trees which covers the entire south portion (Section B). Topography on the site is slightly rolling with a small depression located in the north part of Section B. Section A is located in the northern portion of the property. The majority of this portion is open field with various field weeds and grasses making up the ground layer. Many mature trees are in this section including a row of pin oak that lines the driveway leading from 146"' street to the existing homes and the white pine that borders the east side of the property. There are a number of mature trees in this portion that are native species in good condition. These trees would be great candidates for preservation because of their high value in a residential landscape. Section B is located directly to the south of section A and includes areas of open field, small wooded areas and clumps of thick undergrowth. In this section there is a good mix of tree species, many of them native to Indiana. There are a large number of trees in this section that would be great trees in a landscape setting. As always, any trees that are preserved should be properly managed prior to clearing or construction including early fertilization, pruning and crown cleaning to reduce risk and liability. Trees should also be protected during all phases of development and construction to maximize their chances of survival. Please contact us if there are any questions about this work. We appreciate this opportunity to work with you. Thank you, Judson R. Scott President, Vine & Bran Registered Consulting A American Society of Cons Patrick Grecu, Natural Resource Specialist 4721 bast 14b street, uarmel, IN. 46033. 317.846.3778 • Location Stafford Place The property is located on east 146th Street between Carey and Gray Road in Carmel, Indiana Assignment and Scope of Work 1. Inspect the property and provide an analysis of the natural resources. 2. Mark these natural resources on an aerial photo. 3. Rate the wooded areas. 4. Note and mark any unusual or exceptional trees or landmarks. 5. Record species of flora and fauna found on site. 6. Photo- document property ifrequested. Limitations Inspections were conducted December 16 and 19, 2005. As such, they are limited by the time frame and present field conditions. These are not long -term observations that would be needed to fully represent the full spectrum of plants and animals, which use the land over the course of the year and the changing seasons. Early spring, summer, and fall blooming plants, as well as migrating animals are some of the categories that are not represented in this report. Methodology All areas in the scope of work were inspected on foot. Tallies of the tree species were taken by species and size. The property was separated into different areas defined by changes in tree, plant, or land cover characteristics. These areas are plotted on the aerial photo attached as Appendix A. All animals and birds seen, heard, or found evident by sign were noted. Plants seen along the way were also noted. All plants, animals and other life noted during the inspection are listed in the appendices. More complete lists could be obtained through more intensive investigations. Findings The Stafford property is currently a residential property that has an existing home on the property. There is a second home in the proximity of the first that was not assessed. There are large areas of open field on the property covered with various grasses and field weeds. There are small groupings of trees as well as many mature trees scattered throughout the whole property. The property is bordered by open farm fields on the east and by subdivisions on the south and west. There have been many landscape trees planted around the existing homes. Topography on the site is slightly rolling with a small depression located in the north part of Section B. The property is located in a suburban area that borders existing subdivisions and a farm field, with 146th street bordering the property on the north. The information for this report was gathered in all areas of the property excluding the area immediately surrounding the existing homes. The property can be divided into two major areas: the open field in the north part of the property (Section A) and the area that contains scattered groupings of trees which covers the entire south portion (Section B). Vine & Branch, Inc. Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 317.846.1424 Drees Homes /Stafford Place PJG 1.10.2006 Page 3 of 29 Specific Area Descriptions (see map and photos in Appendix A & B) The following descriptions will list the general description of each area including dominant tree species and any other conditions or flora /fauna not found on the rest of the property. Section A: Open Field This area is located in the northern portion of the property. The majority of this portion is open field with various field weeds and grasses making up the ground layer. The trees in this section are very scattered with the exception of the small grouping of trees along the east edge. Many mature trees are in this section including a row of pin oak that lines the driveway leading from 146th street to the existing homes and the white pine that borders the east side of the property. Overhead power lines run east - west across this section. There are a number of mature trees in this portion that are native species in good condition, These trees would be great candidates for preservation because of their high value in a residential landscape. Trees present in this area: • Hawthorn (Crataegus spp.) • Sweet gum (Liquidambarstyraciflua) • Tulip poplar(Liriodendron tulipifera) • White pine (Pinusstrobus) • Scotch pine (Pinussy /vestris) • Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) • Black cherry (Prunus serotina) • White oak (Quercusalba) • Pin oak (Quercus palustris) • Red oak (Quercus rubra) • Black locust (Robinia pseudoacacia) Section B: Scattered Groupings of Trees (South End of Property) This section is located directly to the south of section A and includes areas of open field, small wooded areas and clumps of thick undergrowth. The majority of the area is open clearings with thick growth of common field weeds, black raspberry, and multiflora rose with trees are scattered across the entire section. The owners of the property have planted several trees on the property especially immediately around the houses and along the driveway. A row of white pine borders this section on the north side and on a portion of the west fence line. There are a large number of trees in this section that would be great trees in a landscape setting. Trees present in this area: • Boxelder (Acer negundo) • Silver maple (Acersaccharinum) • Sugar maple (Acer saccharum) • River birch (Betula nigra) • Hackberry (Celtis occidentalis) • Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) • White ash (Fraxinus americana) • Black walnut (Jug /ans nigra) • Eastern red cedar (Juniperus virginiana) • Sweet gum (Liquidambar styraciflua) • Tulip poplar( Liriodendron to /ipifera) • Apple (Ma /usspp.) • Norway spruce (Picea abies) Vine & Branch, Inc. Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 317.846.1424 Drees Homes /Stafford Place PJG 1.10.2006 Page 4 of 29 • Colorado blue spruce (Picea pungens) • Red pine (Pinus resinosa) • White pine (Pinusstrobus) • Scotch pine (Pinus.sylvestris) • Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) • Callery pear (Pyrus calleryana) • White oak (Quercus alba) • Red oak (Quercus rubra) • Black locust (Robinia pseudoacacia) Discussion This property contains many mature trees that would be great trees to preserve. It has a diverse mix of trees with many of them being having a high value in a residential landscape setting. Section A has a number of oaks, hawthorn, sweet gum, and tulip poplar that are in good condition. Most are healthy mature trees and would add value to any landscape. Section B is a mix of open grassy areas, small pockets of woodlands, and thickets of shrubby undergrowth. There are a significant number of trees in this section that are high quality mature species that are worth of preservation. In this section there is a good mix of tree species, many of them native to Indiana. Sycamore, three species of oak, river birch, sweet gum, and white pine are species that are included in this section. These trees are important species that could be preserved for generations to come. This semi - wooded area provides shelter, food, foraging areas, and nesting grounds for the variety of wildlife in the area. Planning for the preservation of these trees would increase the value of the property and the marketability of the site. They are an irreplaceable asset to the community. Any trees that are to be preserved near future home sites should be individually assessed to determine the health and structural integrity of each tree. Photo numbers 4, 7, 16, 19, 20, and 24 exhibit trees in need of care. Proper care will help maximize the long -term health of the tree and to minimize potential risks. Conclusion The Stafford property is currently a residential property that has an existing home on the property. There is a second home in the proximity of the first that was not assessed. There are large areas of open field on the property covered with various grasses and field weeds. There are small groupings of trees as well as many mature trees scattered throughout the whole property. The property can be divided into two major areas: the open field in the north part of the property (Section A) and the area that contains scattered groupings of trees which covers the entire south portion (Section B). Topography on the site is slightly rolling with a small depression located in the north part of Section B. Section A is located in the northern portion of the property. The majority of this portion is open field with various field weeds and grasses making up the ground layer. Many mature trees are in this section including a row of pin oak that lines the driveway leading from 146"' street to the existing homes and the white pine that borders the east side of the property. There are a number of mature trees in this portion that are native species in good condition. These trees would be great candidates for preservation because of their high value in a residential landscape. Vine & Branch, Inc. Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 317.846.1424 Drees Homes /Stafford Place PJG 1.10.2006 Page 5 of 29 Section B is located directly to the south of section A and includes areas of open field, small wooded areas and clumps of thick undergrowth. In this section there is a good mix of tree species, many of them native to Indiana. Sycamore, three species of oak, river birch, sweet gum, and white pine are species that are included in this section. There are a large number of trees in this section that would be great trees in a landscape setting. All trees that are to be preserved should be protected during construction. They should also be inspected, pruned, and cleaned up to remove any broken limbs and reduce potential risk. I certify that all the statements of fact in this report 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 Patrick Grecu Natural Resource Specialist Copyright e 2006 Vine & Branch, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America., no part of this publication may be changed, reproduced or distributed without written permission of Vine & Branch Inc. This report and the information it contains are CONFIDENTIAL, for the use of the individual or firm to whom it is addressed, and their assigns. Vine & Branch, Inc. Judson R. Scott, RCA #392 317.846.1424 Drees Homes /Stafford Place PJG 1.10.2006 Page 6 of 29