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Cupertino Dept. of Buildings
Atm Chad Mosely, Eric Serrano
RE: Tree removal quid slope stabilization
10290 Scenic Dr.
Residence of Rupal and Vikas Desai
Dear Mr. Moselv,
We are writing in reference to the subject property above and the back/east facing slope that abuts Blackberry
Farm. We are enclosing the following:
Tree Removal Plan showing existing trees and proposed trees (variety and size) to be removed/cut back.
Geotechnical Report prepared by Stoney Miller.
We are proposing to cut down to approx. 2'- 5' above the ground (depending on individual tree shape) the 7
trees shown on the plan. By cutting the trees above ground we are keeping the root system alive so it can
continue to stabilize the hill. The trees in question are towards the top of the steepest portion of the hill and
their heavy canopies have been determined to have contributed to the de -stabilization of the slope and
resulting slide onto the Blackberry Farren pincnic area. There are three other trees on neighboring properties
that also appear to be innpacting the stability, of the hillside. These are shown in approximate locations for
information only, and are not part of this application.
We would like to accomplish this as soon as possible to avoid potential problems with the trees and coming
rainy season.
We understand that because of the variety and size of the existing trees, replacement trees are required.
However, because there are already two existing trees between the retaining wall and top of slope, and there is
the the need to plant any new trees well above the top of the slope to avoid de -stabilizing it, we feel that the
existing trees (Olive and Live Oak) are all that should be located in that area, especially considering the
ultimate size (and weight) of the Live Oak.
As a future phase, we will plant the hillside with drought tolerant deep rooted plants to further stabilize the
hillside as recommended by Stoney -Miller. That phase will be covered under a separate submittal.
We hope you see the value in acting promptly to minimize any further damage to the hillside and surrounding
properties. Thank you for your consideration.
Kind regards,
Diane Hayford
Principal
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(E) retaining wall
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rte— Existing trees at steep slope to
be cut back to 2' - 5' stump
height to ensure the root system
stays alive; Qty. 7 trees.
Trees A, (South side) B, & C are
on neighboring properties and
also appear to be impacting the
stability of the hill. Locations
shown are approximate.