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March 21, 2016
Notice of Final Decision
On March 21, 2016, the Community Development Director approved the request for the
following:
Planning Action: PA-2016-00195
Subject Property: 200 Randy Street
Applicant: Helman Springs HOA
Description: A request to remove a silver maple tree at the subject property. The tree is
approximately 75 feet tall and 36 inches in diameter at breast height. The tree is located in a grove
of four silver maple trees on common area owned by the Helman Springs Homeowners
Association. The arborist notes that the tree has a rotten core from ground level to approximately
14 feet up the trunk. In addition, the main trunk is significantly hollow with only a shell of live
wood supporting a heavy upper crown with a predominant lean over three houses.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: Single-Family Residential; ZONING: R-1-5;
ASSESSOR'S MAP: 39 lE 04BC; TAX LOT: 407.
The Community Development Director's decision becomes final and is effective on the 12th day
after the Notice of Final Decision is mailed. Approval is valid for a period of 18 months and all
conditions of approval identified on the attached Findings are required to be met prior to project
completion.
The application, all associated documents and evidence submitted, and the applicable criteria are
available for review at the Ashland Community Development Department, located at 51
Winburn Way. Copies of file documents can be requested and are charged based on the City of
Ashland copy fee schedule.
Prior to the final decision date, anyone who was mailed this Notice of Final Decision may
request a reconsideration of the action as set forth in the Ashland Land Use Ordinance (ALUO)
18.5.1.050(F) and/or file an appeal to the Ashland Planning Commission as provided in ALUO
18.5.1.050(G). The ALUO sections covering reconsideration and appeal procedures are attached.
The appeal may not be made directly to the Oregon Land Use Board of Appeals.
If you have any questions regarding this decision, please contact Mark Schexnayder in the
Community Development Department at (541) 488-5305.
cc: Parties of record and property owners within 200 ft
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Tel: 541A88-5305
51 Winburn Way Fax: 541-552-2050 ( 1
Ashland, Oregon 97520 TTY: 800-735-2900 ` -
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SECTION 18.5.1.050 Type I Procedure (Administrative Decision with Notice) i
E. Effective Date of Decision. Unless the conditions of approval specify otherwise or the decision is appealed pursuant to
subsection 18.5.1.050.G, a Type I decision becomes effective 12 days after the City mails the notice of decision.
F. Reconsideration. The Staff Advisor may reconsider a Type I decision as set forth below.
1. Any party entitled to notice of the planning action, or any City department may request reconsideration of the action
after the decision has been made by providing evidence to the Staff Advisor that a factual error occurred through no
fault of the party asking for reconsideration, which in the opinion of the Staff Advisor, might affect the decision.
Reconsideration requests are limited to factual errors and not the failure of an issue to be raised by letter or evidence
during the opportunity to provide public input on the application sufficient to afford the Staff Advisor an opportunity
to respond to the issue prior to making a decision.
2. Reconsideration requests shall be received within five days of mailing the notice of decision. The Staff Advisor shall
decide within three days whether to reconsider the matter.
3. If the Staff Advisor is satisfied that an error occurred crucial to the decision, the Staff Advisor shall withdraw the
decision for purposes of reconsideration. The Staff Advisor shall decide within ten days to affirm, modify, or reverse
the original decision. The City shall send notice of the reconsideration decision to affirm, modify, or reverse to any
party entitled to notice of the planning action.
4. If the Staff Advisor is not satisfied that an error occurred crucial to the decision, the Staff Advisor shall deny the
reconsideration request. Notice of denial shall be sent to those parties that requested reconsideration.
G. Appeal of Type I Decision. A Type I decision may be appealed to the Planning Commission, pursuant to the following:
1. Who May Appeal. The following persons have standing to appeal a Type I decision.
a. The applicant or owner of the subject property.
b. Any person who is entitled to written notice of the Type I decision pursuant to subsection
18.5.1.050.B.
c. Any other person who participated in the proceeding by submitting written comments on the application to the
City by the specified deadline.
2. Appeal Filing Procedure.
a. Notice of Appeal. Any person with standing to appeal, as provided in subsection 18.5.1.050.G.1, above, may
appeal a Type I decision by filing a notice of appeal and paying the appeal fee according to the procedures of this
subsection. The fee required in this section shall not apply to appeals made by neighborhood or community
organizations recognized by the City and whose boundaries include the site. If an appellant prevails at the hearing
or upon subsequent appeal, the fee for the initial hearing shall be refunded.
b. Time for Filing. A notice of appeal shall be filed with the Staff Advisor within 12 days of the date the notice of
decision is mailed.
c. Content of Notice ofAppeal. The notice of appeal shall be accompanied by the required filing fee and shall contain.
i. An identification of the decision being appealed, including the date of the decision.
ii. A statement demonstrating the person filing the notice of appeal has standing to appeal.
iii. A statement explaining the specific issues being raised on appeal.
iv. A statement demonstrating that the appeal issues were raised during the public comment period,
d. The appeal requirements of this section must be fully met or the appeal will be considered by the City as a
jurisdictional defect and will not be heard or considered.
3. Scope of Appeal. Appeal hearings on Type I decisions made by the Staff Advisor shall be de novo hearings before the
Planning Commission. The appeal shall not be limited to the application materials, evidence and other documentation,
and specific issues raised in the review leading up to the Type I decision, but may include other relevant evidence and
arguments. The Commission may allow additional evidence, testimony, or argument concerning any relevant
ordinance provision.
4. Appeal Hearing Procedure. Hearings on appeals of Type I decisions follow the Type II public hearing procedures,
pursuant to section 18.5.1.060, subsections A - E, except that the decision of the Planning Conunission is the final
decision of the City on an appeal of a Type I decision. A decision on an appeal is final the date the City mails the
adopted and signed decision. Appeals of Commission decisions must be filed with the State Land Use Board of
Appeals, pursuant to ORS 197.805 - 197.860.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Tel: 541-488-5305
51 Winburn Way Fax: 541-552-2050
Ashland, Oregon 97520 TTY: 800-735-2900 `
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ASHLAND PLANNING DIVISION
FINDINGS & ORDERS j
PLANNING ACTION: PA-2016-00195
SUBJECT PROPERTY: 200 Randy Street
APPLICANT/OWNER: Helman Springs HOA
DESCRIPTION: A request to remove a silver maple tree at the subject property. The
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tree is approximately 75 feet tall and 36 inches in diameter at breast height. The tree is located in a grove
of four silver maple trees on common area owned by the Helman Springs Homeowners Association. The
arborist notes that the tree has a rotten core from ground level to approximately 14 feet up the trunk. In
addition, the main trunk is significantly hollow with only a shell of live wood supporting a heavy upper
crown with a predominant lean over three houses. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION:
Single-Family Residential; ZONING: R-1-5; ASSESSOR'S MAP: 39 lE 04BC; TAX LOT: 407.
SUBMITTAL DATE: February 1, 2016
DEEMED COMPLETE DATE: February 23, 2016
STAFF APPROVAL DATE: March 21, 2016
DEADLINE TO APPEAL (4:30 p.m.): April 4, 2016
FINAL DECISION DATE: April 5, 2016
APPROVAL EXPIRATION DATE: October 5, 2017
DECISION
The application is a request for a hazard tree removal permit to remove a silver maple tree from the
property located at 200 Randy Street. The application identifies the silver maple tree as 75 feet in height
and 36 inches DBH. The subject tree is located nearest the southeast corner of the lot and is marked with
a band of green "plant tie" plastic.
The site is on the south side of Randy Street and is located on private land known as Common Area B
owned by the Helman Springs Homeowners Association. The properly is 0.13 acres in size and zoned
Single-Family Residential (R-1-5). Randy Street is adjacent to the north side of the property and access
is provided from Randy Street. Sidewalks are in place on the Randy Street frontage.
The approval criteria for a tree removal permit for a hazard tree in AMC 18.5.7.040.B.1 require that the
application demonstrate that the condition or location of the tree presents a clear public safety hazard
(i.e., likely to fall and injure persons or property) or a foreseeable danger of property damage to an
existing structure. The application includes a report from a certified arborist that finds that there is
extensive rot within the trunk of the tree. The arborist notes that there is a hollow opening in the trunk
cavity approximately 6-8 feet up. There is another opening into the trunk cavity at ground level. The
ground level opening was probed by the arborist and found to be mostly hollow to within a few inches
of the cambium on the other side of the tree. In addition, the tree is tall and is leaning which puts added
leverage at the base of the trunk. Finally, the arborist report identifies that due to the deteriorating
condition of the trunk and the top heavy nature of the tree, this is a moderate to high risk hazard tree.
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The approval criteria also require that the hazardous condition cannot be alleviated by treatment,
relocation, or pruning. The arborist notes that severe pruning is an option; however, the tree may never
have a nature appearance and is a treatment reserved for a tree whose absence from a specific location
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would detract from the area. Also due to the subject trees proximity to adjacent dwellings a trunk failure
would cause significant damage or injury. Therefore, pruning or removal of portions of the tree will not
alleviate the hazardous condition. Finally, the approval criteria allow that mitigation be provided for the
removed tree and a condition has been added to that effect.
The criteria for a Tree Removal Permit for the removal of hazard trees are described in AMC
Chapter 18.5.7.040.B as follows:
1. Hazard Tree. A Hazard Tree Removal Permit shall be granted if the approval authority finds
that the application meets all of the following criteria, or can be made to conform through the
imposition of conditions.
a. The applicant must demonstrate that the condition or location of the tree presents a clear
public safety hazard (i. e., likely to fall and injure persons or property) or a foreseeable
danger of property damage to an existing structure or facility, and such hazard or danger
cannot reasonably be alleviated by treatment, relocation, or pruning. See definition of
hazard tree in part 18.6
b. The City may require the applicant to mitigate for the removal of each hazard tree pursuant
to section 18.5.7.050. Such mitigation requirements shall be a condition of approval of the
permit.
Planning Action #2016-00195 is a request for a hazard tree removal permit to remove a silver maple of
approximately 36-inches diameter at breast height (DBH) from the property located at 200 Randy Street.
The application with the attached conditions below complies with all applicable City ordinances for
removal of a hazard tree. Planning Action #2016-00195 is therefore approved to allow the removal of
the subject tree (one silver maple). Further, if any one or more of the following conditions are found to
be invalid for any reason whatsoever, then Planning Action #2016-00195 is denied. The following are
the conditions and they are attached to the approval:
1. That all proposals of the applicant shall be conditions of approval unless otherwise specifically
modified herein.
2. That the tree removal shall be mitigated as provided in AMC 18.5.7.050 within one year of the
permit issuance.
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Maria Harris, Planning Manager Date
Department of Community Development
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AFFIDAVIT OF MAILING
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1. I am employed by the City of Ashland, 20 East Main Street, Ashland,
Oregon 97520, in the Community Development Department.
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2. On March 21, 2016 1 caused to be mailed, by regular mail, in a sealed
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envelope with postage fully prepaid, a copy of the attached planning action notice to
each person listed on the attached mailing list at such addresses as set forth on this list
under each person's name for Planning Action #PA-2016-00195, 200 Randy Street.
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AMAROTICO EMILE J/KAREN APPLEBERRY LIJA ARMITAGE S E JWDEBRA A K
195 RANDY ST 704 WILLOW ST 205 RANDY
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584 DRAGER ST 235 MONUMENT DR I 655 ALTAMONT
ASHLAND, OR 97520 ( CRESCENT CITY, CA 95531 ASHLAND, OR 97520
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230 85TH ST PO BOX 954 591 DRAGER ST
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601 DRAGER ST 196 CAMBRIDGE ST PO BOX 1569
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THOMPSON THOMAS ( WILFONG-GRUSH ELLEN/GRUSH HELMAN SPRINGS HOA
560 DRAGER ST 701 N LAUREL ST j 664 DRAGER ST
ASHLAND, OR 97520 ASHLAND, OR 97520 ASHLAND, OR 97520 1
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NOTICE OF APPLICATION
PLANNING ACTION: 2016-00195
SUBJECT PROPERTY: 200 Randy Street
OWNER/APPLICANT: Helman Springs HOA
DESCRIPTION: A request to remove a Silver Maple tree at the subject property, The tree is approximately 75 feet
tall and 36 inches in diameter at breast height. The tree is located in a grove of four Silver Maple trees on common
area owned by the Helman Springs Homeowners Association, The arborist notes that the tree has a rotten core
from ground level to approximately 14 feet up. In addition, the main trunk is significantly hollow with only a shell of
live wood supporting a heavy upper crown with a predominant lean over three houses. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
DESIGNATION: Single-Family Residential; ZONING: R-1-5; ASSESSOR'S MAP: 39 1E 0413C; TAX LOT: 407.
NOTE: The Ashland Tree Commission will also review this Planning Action on Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 6:00 PM in the Community
Development and Engineering Services building (Siskiyou Room), located at 51 Winburn Way.
NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION: February 23, 2016
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF WRITTEN COMMENTS: March 8, 2016
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The Ashland Planning Division Staff has received a complete application for the property noted above.
Any affected property owner or resident has a right to submit written comments to the City of Ashland Planning Division, 51 Winburn Way, Ashland,
Oregon 97520 prior to 4:30 p.m. on the deadline date shown above.
Ashland Planning Division Staff determine if a Land Use application is complete within 30 days of submittal. Upon determination of completeness, a
notice is sent to surrounding properties within 200 feet of the property submitting application which allows for a 14 day comment period. After the
comment period and not more than 45 days from the application being deemed complete, the Planning Division Staff shall make a final decision on the
application. A notice of decision is mailed to the same properties within 5 days of decision. An appeal to the Planning Commission of the Planning
Division Staffs decision must be made in writing to the Ashland Planning Division within 12 days from the date of the mailing of final decision. (AMC
18.108.040)
The ordinance criteria applicable to this application are attached to this notice. Oregon law states that failure to raise an objection concerning this
application, by letter, or failure to provide sufficient specificity to afford the decision maker an opportunity to respond to the issue, precludes your right of
appeal to the Land Use Board of Appeals (LUBA) on that issue. Failure to specify which ordinance criterion the objection is based on also precludes your
right of appeal to LUBA on that criterion. Failure of the applicant to raise constitutional or other issues relating to proposed conditions of approval with
sufficient specificity to allow this Department to respond to the issue precludes an action for damages in circuit court.
A copy of the application, all documents and evidence relied upon by the applicant and applicable criteria are available for inspection at no cost and will be
provided at reasonable cost, if requested. All materials are available at the Ashland Planning Division, Community Development & Engineering Services
Building, 51 Winburn Way, Ashland, Oregon 97520.
If you have questions or comments concerning this request, please feel free to contact the Ashland Planning Division at 541-488-5305. nt2
TREE REMOVAL PERMIT
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1. Hazard Tree. A Hazard Tree Removal Permit shall be granted if the approval authority finds that the application meets all of the following
criteria, or can be made to conform through the imposition of conditions.
a. The applicant must demonstrate that the condition or location of the tree presents a clear public safety hazard (i.e., likely to fall and
injure persons or property) or a foreseeable danger of property damage to an existing structure or facility, and such hazard or danger
cannot reasonably be alleviated by treatment, relocation, or pruning. See definition of hazard tree in part 18.6.
b. The City may require the applicant to mitigate for the removal of each hazard tree pursuant to section 18.5.7.050. Such mitigation
requirements shall be a condition of approval of the permit. i
2. Tree that is Not a Hazard. A Tree Removal Permit for a tree that is not a hazard shall be granted if the approval authority finds that the
application meets all of the following criteria, or can be made to conform through the imposition of conditions,
a. The tree is proposed for removal in order to permit the application to be consistent with other applicable Land Use Ordinance C'
requirements and standards, including but not limited to applicable Site Development and Design Standards in part 18.4 and Physical E
and Environmental Constraints in part 18.10,
b. Removal of the tree will not have a significant negative impact on erosion, soil stability, flow of surface waters, protection of adjacent
trees, or existing windbreaks.
c. Removal of the tree will not have a significant negative impact on the tree densities, sizes, canopies, and species diversity within 200 h
feet of the subject property. The City shall grant an exception to this criterion when alternatives to the tree removal have been
considered and no reasonable alternative exists to allow the property to be used as permitted in the zone.
d. Nothing in this section shall require that the residential density to be reduced below the permitted density allowed by the zone. In
making this determination, the City may consider alternative site plans or placement of structures of alternate landscaping designs that
would lessen the impact on trees, so long as the alternatives continue to comply with the other provisions of this ordinance.
e. The City shall require the applicant to mitigate for the removal of each tree granted approval pursuant to section 18.5.7.050. Such
mitigation requirements shall be a condition of approval of the permit.
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AFFIDAVIT OF MAILING
STATE OF OREGON )
County of Jackson )
The undersigned being first duly sworn states that:
1. I am employed by the City of Ashland, 20 East Main Street, Ashland,
Oregon 97520, in the Community Development Department.
2. On February 23, 2016 1 caused to be mailed, by regular mail, in a sealed
envelope with postage fully prepaid, a copy of the attached planning action notice to
each person listed on the attached mailing list at such addresses as set forth on this list
under each person's name for Planning Action #2016-00195, 200 Randy St. NOC.
Signature of Employee
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AMAROTICO EMILE J/KAREN APPLEBERRY LIJA ARMITAGE S E JR/DEBRA A K
195 RANDY ST 704 WILLOW ST 205 RANDY I
ASHLAND, OR 97520 j ASHLAND, OR 97520 ASHLAND, OR 97520
PA-2016-00195 391E04BC 408 PA-2016-00195 391E04BC 411 ! PA-2016-00195 391E04BC 400
BISSELL GERALD/DEHAVEN BLATNICK FAMILY TRUST ET AL CHAMBERS SYLVIA
584 DRAGER ST 235 MONUMENT DR 655 ALTAMONT
ASHLAND, OR 97520 CRESCENT CITY, CA 95531 ASHLAND, OR 97520
PA-2016-00195 391E04BC 131 ( PA-2016-00195 391E04BC 5000 PA-2016-00195 391E04BC 422
DELONG DIANNE S TRUST ET AL ETTERS TERRY TRUSTEE ET AL GALLIER THEO A/TINA D
230 85TH ST PO BOX 954 591 DRAGER ST
HOLMUS BEACH, FL 34217 KL,AMATH FALLS, OR 97601 I i I ASHLAND, OR 97520
PA-2016-00195 391E04BC 421 PA-2016-00195 391E04BC 136 PA-2016-00195 391E04BC 100
GREENE AARON/LISA HAMER BERNARD W JACKSON COUNTY TAXATION
601 DRAGER ST 196 CAMBRIDGE ST PO BOX 1569
ASHLAND, OR 97520 ASHLAND, OR 97520 MEDFORD, OR 97501
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KLEVANSKY SIMON/LORRAINE LEIGHTON J/JENNINGS BRUCE MYERS WILLIAM B/MARIE E
4343 AUKAI AVE 206 CAMBRIDGE ST 1711 VIEW PL
HONOLULU, HI 96816 I ASHLAND, OR 97520 MEDFORD, OR 97504
PA-2016-00195 391E04BC 600 PA-2016-00195 391E04BC 130 PA-2016-00195 391E04BC 405
SCHOOL DISTRICT 5 SCHROEDER JOHN/DEBRA K BECK SHAW VANSTON/SAN-MAURO NURIA
885 SISKIYOU BLVD 719 N LAUREL ST 608 DRAGER ST
ASHLAND, OR 97520 ASHLAND, OR 97520 ASHLAND, OR 97520
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3411 172ND AVE NE 578 DRAGER ST 9100 SW PARKVIEW LP
BELLEVUE, WA 98008 I ASHLAND, OR 97520 I BEAVERTON, OR 97008
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560 DRAGER ST 701 N LAUREL ST 664 DRGER ST
ASHLAND, OR 97520 ASHLAND, OR 97520
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Camp Kaye, owner, CCR license 198018
P .O. Box 1173, Ashland, OR, 97520-0040
(541) 840-5546
HearlwoodWa 'effnet org
Date: January 29, 2016
Re: Helman Springs Homeowners Association Silver maple removal in the common area
on Randy Street off Laurel Street, Ashland.
To whom it may concern:
The tree has a rotten core from ground level to approximately 14' up the bole near the first
major trunk juncture. The main trunk is significantly hollow with only a shell of live
wood supporting a heavy upper crown with a predominant lean over three houses. There
is an opening into the trunk cavity 6-8' up. At ground level another opening, when
probed, extends completely across the root crown area to within a few inches of the
cambium on the other side and extensive rotten wood is visible inside. Were this the only
defect in the tree I would recommend a partial root crown excavation to determine the
extent of the rot and it if has entered or affected the roots. Due to the condition of the
upper bole I don't think the additional expenditure is warranted. The cavity in the trunk
almost certainly connects with the rot at ground level (I was able to probe to within a few
inches of each from the bottom up and the top down) indicating a largely hollow base
from the ground up. The maple is a tall tree with all the trunks leaning in roughly the
same direction which puts a tremendous leverage at the base of the trunk, exactly where
the compromised wood is.
The tree survived our recent heavy snow (no leaves on) and high winds. A hollow trunk is
still structurally a pipe which does have strength. It's possible the tree may stand for some
time without failing, but due to the compromised condition of the trunk and the extensive
top weight, I would place it in a moderate to high risk bracket as a hazard tree. If it were
in the middle of a field it might not be as much of a concern, but due to its proximity to
the houses, were the trunk to fail significant damage or injury could occur.
One option for mitigation would be severe topping to perhaps 1/3 the height of the tree. Ii
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would probably re-sprout adequately and require pruning every few years to encourage
proper limb development and prevent the new top from overweighting. The cut trunks
would rot down their centers, but if the tree were kept to a smaller size they could be
sufficient to support the new growth providing the rot at the base did not advance to an
unacceptable level for the smaller tree size. The new limb junctures could be questionable
in their attachment to the shorter trunks. The tree might never resume a natural
appearance. This is a severe treatment I would normally reserve for a tree whose absence
from a given location would too greatly detract from the surroundings.
The second option is complete removal. Considering the positioning of the surrounding
trees, removal of the tree would not in my opinion detract from the grove and could in
fact enhance the appearance of the area as the remaining canopy coverage from the other
three maples in the grove is substantial. Due to the same, large tree canopy coverage for
that specific local residential locale would still be 75-80% of what it is now so ground
cooling and water retention would not be heavily affected. The remaining three maples
have broader canopies and would continue to spread into the area opened by this removal.
I don't take tree removals lightly so have spent due consideration on this
recommendation.
Respectfully,
Camp Kaye
Heartwood Tree Service
Phone: (541)840-5546
Email: Heartwood@jeffnet.org
CCB lic. #198018
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PO Box 279, Ashland, OR 97520
408-828-5591
February 1, 2016
To Whom It May concern,
This letter is in support of the application by Heiman Springs Homeowners Association to remove a
Silver Maple (Ater saccharinum) tree from the HOA's private land known as Common Area B. The tree is
one member of a grove of 4 Silver Maples located on the Lot designated as 200 Randy Street.
Attached are:
® City of Ashland Street Tree Permit Form
® Scale Plan showing the grove and the tree to be removed
® Letter from Arborist Camp Kaye of Heartwood Tree Service. He has reviewed the situation and
recommends this action. See his attached letter (dated January 29, 2016). It details the condition of the
tree based upon his recent, thorough inspection. His assessment provides the reason for removal.
Tree descriptive details:
® Type of Tree: Silver maple (Ater saccharinum)
® Height: 72 feet.
® Canopy: 45 feet.
® DBH (Diameter at breast height): 36"
This tree is the South East corner of the lot and is encircled with a band of green "plant tie" plastic.
Projected date of Removal is Feb 24, 2016
Heiman Springs HOA key points of contact:
® Gretchen Thiel - President
0 560 Drager St, Ashland OR 97520
0 541-840-2177
® Carole Florian -Secretary
o 664 Drager St, Ashland, OR 97520
o 541-201-2027
® Jim Pizor - Landscape Advisory Committee
0 251 Otis Street, Ashland, OR 97520
0 408-828-5591
Sincerely, k
Jim Pizor
Heiman Springs HOA Landscape Advisory Committee
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If yes, please list which lines are present
Is there sidewalk damage? A/0 If yes, has a Public Works permit been issued?
Staff Decision
In accordance with Ashland Municipal Code (AMC) 13.16, the City encourages the planting of appropriate trees within the right-of-
way. No trees shall be planted or removed from any public planting strip or other public property in the City until a permit has been
issued by the City Administrator or designee. Applicants for a removal permit may be required to replace the tree or trees being
removed with a tree or trees of comparable value. If the tree is determined to be dead or dying, then the replacement need be no
larger than the minimum described in this chapter. The replacement tree(s) shall be of a size specified in the permit and no smaller
than eight feet in height or one inch in caliper 12 inches above root crown and shall be an appropriate species selected from and
planted according to the Recommended Street Tree List. Any tree removed under this chapter shall be removed at ground level or
lower. If a tree is removed below ground level, the surface will be restored to finish grade and any regrowth which occurs shall be
promptly removed.
Permit is hereby (circle one): Approved Approved with Conditions Denied
Conditions of Approval
Staff Signature Date
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NI MIT APPLICATION
Planning Division
L J C I T Y OF 51 Winburn Way, Ashland OR 97520
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ASHLAND 541-488-5305 Fax 541-488-6006
DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT 1( 9 QQX0
DESCRIPTION OFF PROPERTY Pursuing LEEDO Certification? ❑ YES ❑ NO
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Assessor's Map No. 391 E (I 1 Tax Lot(s) ~(V
Zoning Comp Plan Designation
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1 hereby certify that the statements and information contained in this application, including the enclosed drawings and the required findings of fact, are in all respects,
true and correct. 1 understand that all property pins must be shown on the drawings and visible upon the site inspection. In the event the pins are not shown or their
location found to be incorrect, the owner assumes full responsibility. 1 further understand that if this request is subsequently contested, the burden will be on me to
establish:
1) that l produced sufficient factual evidence at the hearing to support this request;
2) that the findings of fact furnished justifies the granting of the request;
3) that the findings of fact furnished by me are adequate; and further
4) that all structures or improvements are properly located on the ground.
Failure in this re and will result most like) in not only the request being set aside, but also possibly in my structures being built in reliance thereon being required to
be removed,a m expense. If I have doubts, I am advised to seek competent professional advice and assistance.
App)i ant's Si nature Date
As owner of the property involved in this request, I have read and understood the complete application and its consequences to me as a property
owner.
Property Owner's Signature (required) Date
[To be completed by City Staff]
Date Received Zoning Permit T e ( Filing Fee $
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Job Address: 200 RANDY Contractor:
ASHLAND OR 97520 Address: j
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A Owner's Name: HELMAN SPRINGS HOA 0 Phone:
P Customer 08690 PSI State Lic No:
P HELMAN SPRINGS HOA T City Lic No:
L Applicant: 664 DRAGER R
Address: ASHLAND OR 97520 A
C C Sub-Contractor:
A Phone: (541) 201-2027 T Address:
N Applied: 02/01/2016 O
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Expires: 07/30/2016 Phone:
State Lic No:
Maplot: 391 E04BC407 City Lic No:
DESCRIPTION: Tree Removal
VALUATION
Occupancy Type Construction Units Rate Amt Actual Amt Constuction Description
Total for Valuation:
MECHANICAL
ELECTRICAL
STRUCTURAL
PERMIT FEE DETAIL
Fee Description Amount Fee Description Amount
Tree Removal/Verification 28.00
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Tel: 541-488-5305
20 East Main St. Fax: 541-488-5311
Ashland, OR 97520 TTY: 800-735-2900
www.ashland.or.us
Inspection Request Line: 541-552-2080 CITY OF
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