HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-02-21 Arborist ReportJulie Hultman
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Kathy Widiri
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Monday, February 21, 2005 11:30 AM
Tom Ozzello; Julie Hultman; Dennis P tl r; Eric A. Johnson; Jim Butler; Scott Richards; Mark
Vier ling
Pine Grove Gardens - landscape plan and tree removal /preservation
I have reviewed the proposed plans for Pine Grove Gardens and have the following comments:
.. As the development goes beyond the concept phase, they will need to provide a tabulated list of trees to be removed
and preserved so that the tree replacement requirement can be calculated per the OPH Tree Protection Ordinance.
2. This plan leeks like it will result in more tree preservation than the last plan put forward for Ackerman Estates. This
plan will also result in some wetland preservation.
3. The landscape plan is interesting and will complement the site well. The species proposed are mainly native species
which have few serious insect, disease or cultural problems. The only change I would suggest would be to not plant
aspen or cottonwood in parking lot medians but keep these larger, fast - growing and structurally weaker trees around the
wetland area and in the buffer at the east side of the property. 1 would also like to know what results the landscape
architect has seen with planting alder and ironwood trees in parking lot medians. Both of these species like moister soils
and parking lots are similar to desert environments. My concern is whether or not alder and ironwood will survive well in
the harsh growing conditions of small medians.
4. The Planting Detail and Notes are thorough and should be given to the landscape contractors at the time quotes are
requested, as the specifications will take more time than normal planting procedures (but will result in healthier plants).
If you have any questions regarding this review, please contact me.
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