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Arborist Report TR-2019-14.pdfRevised 012017 TREE REMOVAL PERMIT APPLICATION FORM Community Development Department 10300 Torre Avenue (408) 777-3308 / Fax (408) 777-3333 C O P E RT I N Q Cupertino, CA 95014 planning@cupertino.org http://www.cupertino.org/planning Property Owner Phone (w) Phone (h) X Street Address Fax Cell City, State, Zip Code E -Mail Project Contact Person Phone (w) Phone (h) X Street Address Fax Cell City, State, Zip Code E -Mail Project Address APN (s) Application Requirements: Size (diameter at Justification Statement: Explanation of why the tree(s) Species 4.5 feet from should be removed and, if needed, ISA certified rade) Arborist report. Tree A Site Plan: show the location of existing/ replacement tree(s) , buildings, and improvements. Tree B Replacement Plan: Site plan showing a location for the replacement tree, approved by an ISA certified arborist Tree C when needed. Tree D ❑ Fees and Deposits Attach sheet for additional trees Q I certify that the foregoing statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that a Initials misrepresentation of any submitted data may invalidate an approval by the City Council of this application. I understand that the application may be withdrawn if I, or my authorized representative, is not present at required scheduled meeting(s), unless a written request for postponement has been presented to the applicable review body. I declare under penalty of perjury that I am the owner of said property or have Power of Attorney (attach copy) from said Initials property owner and that I consent to the above-described application and I authorize City staff and consultants to visit the site in order to take photographs, slides and/or videotape that may be shown at city meetings. For R1, R2, RHS, A, and Al Zones: I understand that the replacement tree(s) will be considered protected and Initials will require a tree removal permit if I choose to remove them in the future. I will demonstrate compliance with the approved replacement tree(s) by providing photographs to the Planning Department and will maintain replacement tree(s) to ensure survival. �a4-�D X 12/20/18 Applicant's SignatureP41rint Applicant Name Date X Property Owner's Signature Print Property Owner's Name Date Staff use only, (Do not write below this line) Application accepted on ❑ Specimen Tree (between 12" and 24" DBH) ❑ Development Tree ❑ Specimen Tree (greater than 24" DBH) ❑ Part of a Tree Management Plan By ❑ Privacy Protection Tree ❑ Heritage Tree Revised 012017 I A rb olxrelle professional tree management December 20, 2018 City of Cupertino Community Development Department 10300 Torre Avenue Cupertino, California 95014 Re: Live Tree Removal at 3 Infinite Loop, Cupertino To whom it may concern, Arborwell has been retained to prepare an arborist letter for the commercial property at 3 Infinite Loop in Cupertino, CA. This letter documents the necessity to remove one (1) Pinus halepensis (Aleppo Pine) for the installation of an electric vehicle charging station switchgear. The tree identified for removal is Tree 876. It is approximately 14 inches in diameter at 4.5 feet above grade, 35 feet in height, and 20 feet of canopy width. The tree is in fair condition from regional -drought conditions that have persisted over the last few years. The subject tree is growing in the northern -perimeter planting area where the orientation of the parking stalls changes direction at a 90 degree angle. The location for the electric vehicle charging station switchgear was chosen because it is the only spot on the property where construction of a house keeping pad and enclosure for the new high-voltage PG&E service can be accessed by the over -head utility lines. There are several utility easements along the rear of the property which restrict the potential locations and this location has been determined to be the only suitable location for the installation of an electric vehicle parking station based on easement restrictions. The location is within a few feet of the trunk of Tree 876 and within the canopy footprint, or critical root zone (CRZ), where more than 90 percent of the root system is located. Aleppo Pines, as a species, are sensitive to root disturbance, i.e., cutting of roots within the CRZ. Because of the fair health condition described above and the sensitivity of Aleppo Pines to root disturbance with their CRZ, severing the roots so close to the trunk may destabilize the tree and increase the risk of the entire tree failing into the parking lot, posing an extreme hazard to pedestrians and cars. Because of this, the most sensible approach and recommendation is this tree be removed prior to severing of any roots. Replacements The tree is considered a protected tree pursuant to Section 14.18.035 of the City of Cupertino's Municipal Code and requires a permit from the City's Planning Department prior to its removal. To mitigate the removal, we plan to replace it with one (1) 36 -inch box Quercus spp. or equivalent (species determined by the Apple Arborist) per ordinance mitigation requirements, spaced for maturity. The replacement can be relocated no less than five (5) feet from the charging station. 2337 AMERICAN AVE, HAYWARD, CA 94545 OFFICE: (888) 969-8733 1993 EAST BAYSHORE ROAD, REDWOOD CITY, CA 94063 CELL: (925) 518-2028 WWW.ARBORWELL.COM �I A rbor ell. professional tree management Replacement oak tree species will be selected for favorable characteristics whenever possible such as drought tolerance, long lifespan, structurally sound, deep-rooted, Cupertino climate -appropriate, onsite location -appropriate, shading value, pest resistance and overall enhanced aesthetics. The new tree will be selected by an Apple arborist to ensure optimal structure, health, and reduce the risk of girdling roots, and then trained from an early age as needed to optimize branching structure which will extend the aesthetically and structurally sound lifespan of the tree. Conclusion The station cannot be moved away from the tree due to restrictions with the easements along the back of the property. Tree 877 will require removal for the installation of the electric vehicle charging station because the tree is in fair condition and will not tolerate root disturbance. Please review this information and contact me with any questions or concerns regarding the information provided in this letter. Sincerely, C _7�_ 0 -- Samuel Oakley ISA Certified Arborist, WE -9474A, TRAQ ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist #556 2337 AMERICAN AVE, HAYWARD, CA 94545 OFFICE: (888) 969-8733 1993 EAST BAYSHORE ROAD, REDWOOD CITY, CA 94063 CELL: (925) 518-2028 WWW.ARBORWELL.COM Arbor' ell. professional tree management Exhibit 1.1— Site Map: The location of the subject tree, shown with a red dot. The replacement tree is shown with a green dot in the bottom 2337 AMERICAN AVE, HAYWARD, CA 94545 OFFICE: (888) 969-8733 1993 EAST BAYSHORE ROAD, REDWOOD CITY, CA 94063 CELL: (925) 518-2028 WWW.ARBORWELL.COM I w Li O 0 U 0 U N E O � O O Ln N O (D I Q) Q O / N co C U N .O J I I I I I SEE STRUCTURAL I I & ELECTRICAL PLANS 9.5' TALLI MONTAGE 2 v MAJESTIC FENCEI / TO BE I J v / INSTALLED I 4 4 � � 4 I I Q 4 I I v v 4 4 4 I / I PLANTING FOR VINES ISTAR JASMINE, 3 GAL. POTS 3' OC FENCE PLAN SCALE: 1 "=10' • PROPOSED SWITCHGEAR SEE ELECTRICAL & STRUCTURAL SHEETS I10.' A• PROPOSED ;. �• EXTENDED CURB • . t I I EV AMBULATORY ° EV ADA SIGNAGE ROW SEE DETAIL SHEET EV ADA STANDARD EX. ADA ACCESS EX. ADA ACCESS 42' A r \\t % � EV ADA VAN 106' © 7-C D INFIN1IE v-0�P BULDING L-03 O US SEE STRUCTURAL & ELECTRICAL PANS Q0 i BUILDING L-04 ° La 20' SEE STRUCTURAL & ELECTRICAL PLANS 97' 0 20' SCALE: 1 "= 20' EX. ADA ACCESS EX. ADA ACCESS T 40' 01 4V LEGEND EV ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATION (72 TOTAL STATIONS) PROPOSED ELECTRICAL (PRIME ELECTRIC) EV CHARGING PARKING SPOT LLLLL LLLLL -LLLLLL EXISTING WALKWAY 1LI_I_I_L ADDITIONAL WALKWAY AREA O EX. TREE TRUNK PROPOSED ADA ACCESS EX. ADA ACCESS DOUBLE SIDED EV CHARGING SIGNS (SEE SHEET C-4) EV VAN ADA EV ADA AMBULATORY - EV ADA SIGNAGE ROW SEE DETAIL SHEET EV ADA STANDARD F ENGINEER'S STAMP DRAWN: PREPARED FOR: REV. N0. DATE BY DESCRIPTION IVERIFY SCALESI PROD. NO. 60513992 oQRoFEss/, A.MASSIS/T. SMITH DATE: 06/29/2017 BAR IS INCH I ON ORIG NOAL DRAWING ���`` QPM B BFq����61 DESIGNED: APPLE, I N C IF NOT ONE INCH ON z z Lu SHT. C-1 OF SHTS.DMENSON S TE PLAN No393W. BEAMAN DATE: 06/29/2017 8- PREPARED BY: 300 LAKESIDE DRIVE, SUITE 400 FOR NENTE LOOP THIS SHEET, ADJUST sT CIVIL ��P APPROVED: OAKLAND, CA 94612 7 2 E V C H A R G N G STAT ONS DWG. N0. SCALES ACCORDINGLY gTFOF CA��F�� PHONE: (510) 893-3600 �� W. BEAMAN DATE: 06/29/2017 FAX: (510) 874-3268