HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-12-06 Arborist ReportKris Danielson
From: K.D. Widin [kwidin a@mmmpcc.org]
Sent: Wednesday, December g6, 2000 9:34 AM
To: kdanielson@cityofoakparkheights.com
Subject: Costa car Wash - Landscape Plan
Kris -
I have reviewed the Costa car wash landscape plan and have the
following comments:
1. The species of trees and shrubs to be used are not indicated. I will
need a plant list for the landscape plan with both common and scientific
names of plants to be used.
2. The landscape plan is very simple and will not be particularly
interesting or attractive. I would like to see more effort put into an
attractive plan. For example, it would be more attractive to group the
plants and mix evergreen and deciduous, instead of simple lining everything
out in rows. The screening function would still be accomplished and the
landscaping would do more to enhance the property. Perhaps the landscaping
could be tied into the landscaping of neighboring properties, such as TCF.
3. Several of the shade trees on the SW side of the property are being
planted within the drainage easement. The property owner should be aware
that, according to OPH city Code, any plants which are planted in a
drainage or utility easement will need to be removed and/or replaced by the
property owner in the event that the City needs to do any work within the
easement.
Kathy Widin
Municipal Arborist
City of OPH