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Arborist Report for Tree Removal Permit
Property Address:
19900 Stevens Creek Boulevard
Cupertino, CA
City of Cupertino Code Enforcement
Case Number: CE-2026-0052
Subject Tree: Monterey Pine (Pinus radiata)
Diameter at Breast Height (DBH): 18 inches
Arborist Assessment
An inspection was conducted of the subject Monterey Pine located at the above property. The tree measures
approximately 18 inches DBH and has been determined to be completely dead, exhibiting total canopy
mortality with no evidence of living foliage, viable buds, or active cambium tissue. The tree has reached
irreversible decline and is no longer viable.
As a standing dead tree, the Monterey Pine presents an increasing risk of structural failure as wood decay
progresses. Dead pines are particularly susceptible to limb failure, trunk failure, and eventual whole-tree
collapse due to the deterioration of structural wood and root stability. Because the tree is deceased, there are no
accepted arboricultural treatments that can restore its health or structural integrity.
The need for removal was identified through City of Cupertino Code Enforcement Case No. CE-2026-0052,
which cited the property owner for the hazardous condition created by the dead tree.
Recommendation
Based on the tree's condition, removal of the 18-inch DBH Monterey Pine is recommended. The tree is beyond
preservation, poses an ongoing safety hazard, and should be removed to eliminate the risk of failure and to
comply with the City's Code Enforcement requirements.
As mitigation for the removal, the property owner proposes to plant two (2) 24-inch box Crape Myrtle
(Lagerstroemia spp.) trees in suitable locations on the property. The replacement trees will provide long-term
landscape value while being appropriate for the available planting space and compatible with surrounding site
conditions.
Conclusion
The subject Monterey Pine is completely dead and presents an increasing risk due to its deteriorated structural
condition. Removal is warranted based on its irreversible decline and in accordance with the requirements of
TR-2026-035
8/7/2026
Catherine Tarone
City of Cupertino Code Enforcement Case No. CE-2026-0052. The proposed replacement planting of two 24-
inch box Crape Myrtle trees will adequately mitigate the tree removal while contributing to the long-term
health and sustainability of the property's urban forest.
For any questions regarding the information presented in this report please contact me,
Neil Woolner
Neil.woolner@arbormd.com
408-483-3169 WE- 2329 A
TR-2026-035
8/7/2026
Catherine Tarone
TR-2026-035
8/7/2026
Catherine Tarone
TR-2026-035
8/7/2026
Catherine Tarone
TR-2026-035
8/7/2026
Catherine Tarone