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Exhibit 12 - Town's Consulting Arborist Report120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Tree Inventory, Assessment, and Protection Report 120 Oak Meadow Drive Los Gatos, CA 95032 Prepared for: Town of Los Gatos December 16, 2022 Prepared By: Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 1 1 EXHIBIT 12 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Table of Content Summary ...............................................................................................................1 Introduction ...........................................................................................................1 Background ............................................................................................................1 Assignment .............................................................................................................1 Limits of the assignment ........................................................................................1 Purpose and use of the report ................................................................................2 Observations .........................................................................................................2 Tree Inventory .........................................................................................................2 Plans .......................................................................................................................2 Analysis .................................................................................................................4 Discussion .............................................................................................................5 Condition Rating .....................................................................................................5 Expected Impact Level ...........................................................................................6 Mitigation for Removals ..........................................................................................7 Tree Protection .......................................................................................................8 Conclusion ............................................................................................................9 Recommendations .............................................................................................10 Bibliography ........................................................................................................11 Glossary of Terms ...............................................................................................12 Appendix A: Tree Inventory Map and Proposed Site Plan ..............................14 Appendix B: Tree Inventory and Assessment Tables ......................................15 Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Appendix C: Photographs ..................................................................................17 C1: Coast redwoods #321 through #328 .............................................................17 C2: Valley oak #103 ..............................................................................................18 C3: Coast live oak #104 .......................................................................................19 C4: Coast live oak #106 .......................................................................................20 C5: Coast live oak #102 .......................................................................................21 C6: Valley oak #101 ..............................................................................................22 Appendix D: Tree Protection Guidelines ...........................................................23 D1: Plan Sheet Detail S-X (Type I) ........................................................................23 D2: Plan Sheet Detail S-Y (Type III) ......................................................................24 D3: Section 29.10.1005. - Protection of Trees During Construction ....................25 Tree Protection Zones and Fence Speciﬁcations .................................................25 All persons, shall comply with the following precautions .....................................26 Prohibited Activities ..............................................................................................26 Monitoring ............................................................................................................27 Root Pruning .........................................................................................................27 Boring or Tunneling ...............................................................................................27 Tree Pruning and Removal Operations .................................................................27 Appendix E: Tree Protection Signs ....................................................................28 E1: English ............................................................................................................28 E2: Spanish ...........................................................................................................29 Appendix F: Saratoga Tree Service Report ......................................................30 Qualiﬁcations, Assumptions, and Limiting Conditions ...................................34 Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Certiﬁcation of Performance .............................................................................35 Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Summary The applicant is requesting approval for subdivision of one lot into two, modification of planned development ordinance 1412, construction of a single-family residence, site work requiring a grading permit, and removal of a Large Protected Trees on Property Zoned O:PD APN 529-10-131. The inventory contains fourteen (14) trees comprised of three (3) different species. Five oaks are considered Large Protected and no trees are Exempt. Eleven trees are in good condition and eight of those are newly planted small coast redwoods. Three oaks are in fair condition. Ten trees will be required to be removed including eight small coast redwoods and two large protected oaks, although the plans indicate an attempt to retain valley oak #103. Four trees #101, #102, #104, and #105 moderately impacted could be retained but will require protection. Tree protection will consist of a Type I fence scheme and monitoring to help ensure no unnecessary damage occurs. The applicant will be required to replace ten protected trees according to the ordinance. There were fourteen trees appraised for a rounded depreciated value of $190,720.00. Introduction Background  The Town of Los Gatos asked me to assess the site, trees, and proposed footprint plan, and to provide a report with my findings and recommendations to help satisfy planning requirements. Assignment •Provide an arborist’s report including an assessment of the trees within the project area and on the adjacent sites. The assessment is to include the species, size (trunk diameter), condition (health, structure, and form), and suitability for preservation ratings. Affix number tags on the trees for reference on site and on plans. •Provide tree protection specifications, guidelines, and impact ratings for those affected by the project. •Provide appraised values using the Trunk Formula Technique. Limits of the assignment •The information in this report is limited to the condition of the trees during my inspection on December 14, 2022. No tree risk assessments were performed. •Tree heights and canopy diameters are estimates. Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 1 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 •The plans reviewed for this assignment were as follows (Table 1) Purpose and use of the report The report is intended to identify all the trees within the plan area that could be affected by a project. The report is to be used by the Town of Los Gatos and the property owners as a reference for existing tree conditions to help satisfy planning requirements. Observations Tree Inventory The inventory consists of trees protected by the Town of Los Gatos located on site and those in close proximity on neighboring properties. Sec. 29.10.0960. - Scope of protected trees. All trees which have a four-inch or greater diameter (twelve and one half-inch circumference) of any trunk, when removal relates to any review for which zoning approval or subdivision approval is required. (Appendix A and B). Los Gatos Town Ordinance 29.10.0970 Exceptions (1) states the following: “A fruit or nut tree that is less than eighteen (18) inches in diameter (fifty-seven-inch circumference). Plans The applicant is requesting approval for subdivision of one lot into two, modification of planned development ordinance 1412, construction of a single-family residence, site work requiring a grading permit, and removal of a Large Protected Trees on Property Zoned O:PD APN 529-10-131. Table 1: Plans Reviewed Checklist Plan Date Sheet Reviewed Source Existing Site Topographic Proposed Site Plan 10/03/2022 A-1, C2 Yes Jay Plett Architect/TS Civil Engineering Erosion Control Grading and Drainage Utility Plan and Hook-up locations Exterior Elevations 10/03/2022 A-3, A-4 Yes Jay Plett Architect Landscape Plan Irrigation Plan T-1 Tree Protection Plan Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 2 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 The inventory contains fourteen (14) trees comprised of three (3) different species (Chart 1). Five oaks are considered Large Protected and no trees are Exempt . Coast redwoods #321 to #328 are not indicated on the plans. Tree #105 (Large Protected) is 1 2 located on the adjacent parcel. Large protected tree means any oak (Quercus spp.), California buckeye (Aesculus californica), or Paciﬁc madrone (Arbutus menziesii) which has a 24-inch or 1 greater diameter (75-inch circumference); or any other species of tree with a 48-inch or greater diameter (150-inch circumference). A fruit or nut tree that is less than eighteen (18) inches in diameter (ﬁfty-seven-inch circumference).2 Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 3 35 Quantity 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Analysis Tree appraisal was performed according to the Council of Tree & Landscape Appraisers Guide for Plant Appraisal 10th Edition, 2019 (CLTA) along with Western Chapter International Society of Arboriculture Species Classification and Group Assignment, 2004. The trees were appraised using the “Cost Approach” and more specifically the “Trunk Formula Technique” (Appendix B). “Trunk Formula Technique” is calculated as follows: Basic Tree Cost = (Unit tree cost x Appraised trunk area), Appraised Value = (Basic tree cost X functional Limitations (percentage) X Condition (percentage) X External Limitations (percentage)). The trunk formula valuations are based on four tree factors; size (trunk cross sectional area), condition, functional limitations, and external limitations. There are two steps to determine the overall value. The first step is to determine the “Basic Tree Cost” based on size and unit tree cost. Unit tree cost is calculated by dividing the nursery wholesale cost of a 24 inch box specimen and its replacement size (cost per square inch trunk caliper) which is determined by the Species Classification and Group Assignment, 2004 Western Chapter Regional Supplement. The cost of the 24 inch box wholesale specimen was determined through personal communications with BrightView and Normans nurseries in Farmington and Central Wholesale in San Jose for an average of $214.00. The second part is to depreciate the tree’s Basic Cost through an assessment of condition, functional limitations, and external limitations. The condition assessment guidelines and percentages are defined in the “Condition Rating” section of this report. Functional limitations are based on factors associated with the tree’s interaction to its planting site that would affect condition, limit development, or reduce the utility in the future and include genetics, placement, and site conditions for the individual tree. External limitations are outside the property, out of control of the owner and also affect condition, limit development, or reduce the utility in the future (i.e power lines, municipal restrictions, drought adaptations, or species susceptibility to pests). There were fourteen trees appraised for a rounded depreciated value of $190,720.00. Appraisal worksheets are available upon request. Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 4 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Discussion Condition Rating A tree’s condition is a determination of its overall health, structure, and form. The assessment considered all three criteria for a combined condition rating. •91- 100% - Exceptional = Good health and structure with significant size, location or quality. •61-80% - Good = Normal vigor, well-developed structure, function and aesthetics not compromised with good longevity for the site. •41-60 % - Fair = Reduced vigor, damage, dieback, or pest problems, at least one significant structural problem or multiple moderate defects requiring treatment. Major asymmetry or deviation from the species normal habit, function and aesthetics compromised. •21-40% - Poor = Unhealthy and declining appearance with poor vigor, abnormal foliar color, size or density with potential irreversible decline. One serious structural defect or multiple significant defects that cannot be corrected and failure may occur at any time. Significant asymmetry and compromised aesthetics and intended use. •6-20% - Very Poor = Poor vigor and dying with little foliage in irreversible decline. Severe defects with the likelihood of failure being probable or imminent. Aesthetically poor with little or no function in the landscape. •0-5% - Dead/Unstable = Dead or imminently ready to fail. Eleven trees are in good condition, however eight of those are newly planted small coast redwoods. Three oaks are in fair condition. Saratoga Tree Service provided a report in September condemning coast live oak #106 recommending removal, however the report did not follow the ISA Best Management Practices for Tree Risk Assessment. The tree could still meet the findings for removal but even with the decay I assessed the tree to be in fair shape. This tree may need advanced assessment for decay detection if removal is controversial. Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 5 35 Quantity 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Expected Impact Level Impact level defines how a tree may be affected by construction activity and proximity to the tree, and is described as low, moderate, or high. The following scale defines the impact rating: •Low = The construction activity will have little influence on the tree. •Moderate = The construction may cause future health or structural problems, and steps must be taken to protect the tree to reduce future problems. •High = Tree structure and health will be compromised and removal is recommended, or other actions must be taken for the tree to remain. The tree is located in the building envelope. Ten trees will be required to be removed including eight small coast redwoods (Chart 4). Two large protected oaks would require removal although the plans indicate an attempt to retain valley oak #103. Because there is limited root zone opposite the construction around tree #103 I believe this tree will be compromised both from a health and structural perspective. Tree #106 is located in the footprint of the proposed structure and cannot be retained if a project on this parcel is to be constructed. The four trees #101, #102, #104, and #105 moderately impacted could be retained but will require protection. There are both grading and utility impact near these trees and monitoring the construction of the force main, storm drain and dissipator, and the driveway grading and construction. The ideal tree protection zones around these trees will likely need to be reduced to retain them. Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 6 35 Quantity 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Mitigation for Removals The table below indicates the recommended replacement values (Table 2). The applicant will be required to replace ten protected trees according to the ordinance. Alternatively it may be possible to create an approved landscape plan or provide an in-lieu payment. 1To measure an asymmetrical canopy of a tree, the widest measurement shall be used to determine canopy size. 2Often, it is not possible to replace a single large, older tree with an equivalent tree(s). In this case, the tree may be replaced with a combination of both the Tree Canopy Replacement Standard and in-lieu payment in an amount set forth by Town Council resolution paid to the Town Tree Replacement Fund. 3Single Family Residential Replacement Option is available for developed single family residential lots under 10,000 square feet that are not subject to the Town’s Hillside Development Standards and Guidelines. All 15-gallon trees must be planted on-site. Any in-lieu fees for single family residential shall be based on 24” box tree rates as adopted by Town Council. 4Replacement Trees shall be approved by the Town Arborist and shall be of a species suited to the available planting location, proximity to structures, overhead clearances, soil type, compatibility with surrounding canopy and other relevant factors. Replacement with native species shall be strongly encouraged. Replacement requirements in the Hillsides shall comply with the Hillside Development Standards and Guidelines Appendix A and Section 29.10.0987 Special Provisions—Hillsides. Table 2: Town of Los Gatos Tree Canopy - Replacement Standard Canopy Size of Removed Tree (1) Replacement Requirement (2)(4) Single Family Residential Replacement Option (3)(4) 10 feet or less Two 24 inch box trees Two 15 gallon trees More than 10 feet to 25 feet Three 24 inch box trees Three 15 gallon trees More than 25 feet to 40 feet Four 24 inch box trees or two 36 inch box trees Four 15 gallon trees More than 40 feet to 55 feet Six 24 inch box trees; or three 36 inch box trees Not available Greater than 55 feet Ten 24 inch box trees; or ﬁve 36 inch box trees Not available Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 7 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Tree Protection Typically there are three different tree protection schemes which are called Type I (Appendix D1), Type II and Type III (Appendix D2) trunk protection only. Tree protection focuses on avoiding damage to the roots, trunk, or scaffold branches (Appendix D). The most current accepted method for determining the TPZ is to use a formula based on species tolerance, tree age/vigor, and trunk diameter (Matheny, N. and Clark, J. 1998) (Fite, K, and Smiley, E. T., 2016). Preventing mechanical damage to the trunk from equipment or hand tools can be accomplished by wrapping the main stem with straw wattle or using vertical timbers (Appendix D). There are four oaks that could be retained if protected which are #101, #102, #104, and #105. Tree protection will consist of a Type I fence scheme and monitoring to help ensure no unnecessary damage occurs. Table 3 indicates the protection scheme and causes of potential damage. Table 3: Tree Protection Zone Radii Tree Species I.D. #Protection Status Condition Tolerance Ideal Tree Protection Radii Cause Scheme valley oak (Quercus lobata) 101 Large Protected Good Moderate 27 Force Main, Grading Type I Fence Exclusion. Monitoring coast live oak (Quercus agrifolia) 102 Large Protected Fair Good 24 Grading, Storm Drain Type I Fence Exclusion. Monitoring coast live oak (Quercus agrifolia) 104 Protected Good Good 18 Driveway, storm drain Type I Fence Exclusion. Monitoring coast live oak (Quercus agrifolia) 105 Large Protected Fair Good 18 Storm Drain Type I Fence Exclusion. Monitoring Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 8 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Conclusion The applicant is requesting approval for subdivision of one lot into two, modification of planned development ordinance 1412, construction of a single-family residence, site work requiring a grading permit, and removal of a Large Protected Trees on Property Zoned O:PD APN 529-10-131. The inventory contains fourteen (14) trees comprised of three (3) different species. Five oaks are considered Large Protected and no trees are Exempt. Coast redwoods #321 to #328 are not indicated on the plans. Tree #105 (Large Protected) is located on the adjacent parcel. Eleven trees are in good condition and eight of those are newly planted small coast redwoods. Three oaks are in fair condition. Saratoga Tree Service provided a report in September condemning coast live oak #106 recommending removal, however the report did not follow the ISA Best Management Practices for Tree Risk Assessment (Appendix F). The tree could still meet the findings for removal but even with the decay I assessed the tree to be in fair shape. This tree may need advanced assessment for decay detection if removal is controversial. Ten trees will be required to be removed including eight small coast redwoods (Chart 4). Two large protected oaks would require removal although the plans indicate an attempt to retain valley oak #103. Because there is limited root zone opposite the construction around tree #103 I believe this tree will be compromised both from a health and structural perspective. Tree #106 is located in the footprint of the proposed structure and cannot be retained if a project on this parcel is to be constructed. The four trees #101, #102, #104, and #105 moderately impacted could be retained but will require protection. There are both grading and utility impact near these trees and monitoring the construction of the force main, storm drain and dissipator, and the driveway grading and construction. The ideal tree protection zones around these trees will likely need to be reduced to retain them. Tree protection around #101, #102, #104, and #105 will consist of a Type I fence scheme and monitoring to help ensure no unnecessary damage occurs. The applicant will be required to replace ten protected trees according to the ordinance. There were fourteen trees appraised for a rounded depreciated value of $190,720.00. Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 9 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Recommendations 1.Place tree numbers on all the plans. Make sure the trees are clearly indicated for removal on all the plans. The trees should also be very clearly marked on site prior to removal. 2.Install tree protection fence around trees #101, #102, #104 and #105 at the recommended radii where applicable (Table 3, Page 8 or Appendix A). Monitor construction activities around these trees including all grading and utility installations and related trenching. 3.Install temporary irrigation or soaker hoses in all tree protection zones and provide supplemental watering during construction within all TPZ areas. Monitor watering times or amounts to ensure adequate soil saturation. (A 5/8” soaker hose requires about 200 minutes to deliver one inch of water to a garden. This number is affected by the length of the hose and the overall rate of flow from the faucet. A good rule of thumb is to expect about ½ GPM as a standard faucet flow rate.). Infrequent deeper watering is preferred. 4.All tree maintenance and care shall be performed by a qualified arborist with a C-61/D-49 California Contractors License. Tree maintenance and care shall be specified in writing according to American National Standard for Tree Care Operations: Tree, Shrub and Other Woody Plant Management: Standard Practices parts 1 through 10 and adhere to ANSI Z133.1 safety standards and local regulations. All maintenance is to be performed according to ISA Best Management Practices. 5.Refer to Appendix D for general tree protection guidelines including recommendations for arborist assistance while working under trees, trenching, or excavation within a trees drip line or designated TPZ/CRZ. 6.Place all the tree protection fence locations and guidelines on the plans including the grading, drainage, and utility plans. Alternatively create a separate plan sheet that includes all three protection measures labeled “T-1 Tree Protection Plan.” 7.Provide a copy of this report to all contractors and project managers, including the architect, civil engineer, and landscape designer or architect. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure all parties are familiar with this document. Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 10 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 8.Arrange a pre-construction meeting with the project arborist or landscape architect to verify tree protection is in place, with the correct materials, and at the proper distances. Bibliography American National Standard for Tree Care Operations: Tree, Shrub and Other Woody Plant Management : Standard Practices (Management of Trees and Shrubs During Site Planning, Site Development, and Construction)(Part 5). Londonderry, NH: Secretariat, Tree Care Industry Association, 2019. Print. Fite, Kelby, and Edgar Thomas. Smiley. Managing trees during construction, second edition. Champaign, IL: International Society of Arboriculture, 2016. ISA. Guide For Plant Appraisal 9th Edition. Savoy, IL: International Society of Arboriculture, 2000. Print. ISA. Guide For Plant Appraisal 10th Edition. Savoy, IL: International Society of Arboriculture, 2018. Print. ISA. Species Classification and Group Assignment, 2004 Western Chapter Regional Supplement. Western Chapter ISA Matheny, Nelda P., Clark, James R. Trees and development: A technical guide to preservation of trees during land development. Bedminster, PA: International Society of Arboriculture 1998. Smiley, E, Matheny, N, Lilly, S, ISA. Best Management Practices: Tree Risk Assessment: International Society of Arboriculture, 2017. Print Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 11 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Glossary of Terms Basic Tree Cost: The cost of replacement for a perfect specimen of a particular species and cross sectional area prior to location and condition depreciation. Cost Approach: An indication of value by adding the land value to the depreciated value of improvements. Defect: An imperfection, weakness, or lack of something necessary. In trees defects are injuries, growth patterns, decay, or other conditions that reduce the tree’s structural strength. Diameter at breast height (DBH): Measures at 1.4 meters (4.5 feet) above ground in the United States, Australia (arboriculture), New Zealand, and when using the Guide for Plant Appraisal, 9th edition; at 1.3 meters (4.3 feet) above ground in Australia (forestry), Canada, the European Union, and in UK forestry; and at 1.5 meters (5 feet) above ground in UK arboriculture. Drip Line: Imaginary line defined by the branch spread or a single plant or group of plants. The outer extent of the tree crown. Form: describes a plant’s habit, shape or silhouette defined by its genetics, environment, or management. Health: Assessment is based on the overall appearance of the tree, its leaf and twig growth, and the presence and severity of insects or disease. Mechanical damage: Physical damage caused by outside forces such as cutting, chopping or any mechanized device that may strike the tree trunk, roots or branches. Scaffold branches: Permanent or structural branches that for the scaffold architecture or structure of a tree. Straw wattle: also known as straw worms, bio-logs, straw noodles, or straw tubes are man made cylinders of compressed, weed free straw (wheat or rice), 8 to 12 inches in diameter and 20 to 25 feet long. They are encased in jute, nylon, or other photo degradable materials, and have an average weight of 35 pounds. Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 12 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Structural evaluation: focused on the crown, trunk, trunk flare, above ground roots and the site conditions contributing to conditions and/or defects that may contribute to failure. Tree Protection Zone (TPZ): Defined area within which certain activities are prohibited or restricted to prevent or minimize potential injury to designated trees, especially during construction or development. Tree Risk Assessment: Process of evaluating what unexpected things could happen, how likely it is, and what the likely outcomes are. In tree management, the systematic process to determine the level of risk posed by a tree, tree part, or group of trees. Trunk: Stem of a tree. Trunk Formula Technique: Method to appraise the monetary value of trees considered too large to be replaced with nursery or field grown stock. Based on developing a representative unit cost for replacement with the same or comparable species of the same size and in the same place, subject to depreciation for various factors. Contrast with replacement cost method. Volunteer: A tree, not planted by human hands, that begins to grow on residential or commercial property. Unlike trees that are brought in and installed on property, volunteer trees usually spring up on their own from seeds placed onto the ground by natural causes or accidental transport by people. Normally, volunteer trees are considered weeds and removed, but many desirable and attractive specimens have gone on to become permanent residents on many public and private grounds. Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 13 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Appendix A: Tree Inventory Map and Proposed Site Plan Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 14 35 (20'R /W)OAK MEADOW DRIVEOAK MEADOW DRIVE(PRIVATE STREET)123456     UFF 357.0LFF 347.5ELEVATED CONCRETEDECK TO PROTECTTREELIMIT OFDISTURBED AREA*DRIVEWAY SLOPE AT17.5% EXCEEDS HDS&G15% MAXIMUM.EXCEPTION ISREQUESTED.*36 SF OF GARAGECORNER FALLSWITHIN LRDAEXCEPTION ISREQUESTEDLRDALRDA*36 SF OF GARAGEC-2 SITE PLAN1"=10'DKH TJSTJS4020100201" = 10'GRAPHIC SCALE( IN FEET )ES TATOFCALIFORNIANO. 35527REENIGNELANOISSEFORPDERE TSIGERKYZCWEZS.JECNERETEXP. 9-30-23PROJ ENGR:DRAWN BY:SCALE:SURVEYED BY:CHECK BY:DATE:SHEET NO. JOB NO.120 OAK MEADOW DRIVE LOS GATOS, CA 95032 APN 529-10-131LANDS OF MCFARLAND120 OAK MEADOW DRIVEMINOR SUBDIVISION ANDPD ZONING AMENDMENT20-207PH: 408.452.9300FAX: 408.837.7550TS/CIVIL ENGINEERING, INC.1776 TECHNOLOGY DRIVESAN JOSE, CA 95110OF 4 SHEETS4-16-22REVISIONS3BY21654DATEHOUSE012GARAGEYARDDRIVEWAY48188CUTEARTHWORK SUMMARY370FILL00211 CY TO BE HAULED OFF SITE-2.5'4'8'----CU. YDS.CU. YDS.MAX. DEPTHMAX. DEPTH248TOTAL37N.T.S.EARTHEN SWALEHOUSE2659 SF256 SFREAR YARDDRIVEWAY2575 SFPARCEL AIMPERVIOUS COVERAGE1323 SF1392 SFPARCEL B0 SF(EXISTING)(NEW)5490 SFTOTAL2715 SF#101#102#103#105#104#106#321#322#323#324#325#326#327#328Red dashed line indicates potential tree protection zones. Red circle are all removals. 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Appendix B: Tree Inventory and Assessment Tables Table 3: Inventory and Assessment Summary Tree Species I.D. #Trunk Diameter (in.) ~ Canopy Diameter (ft.) Condition Expected Impact Protection Status Rounded Depreciated Value Tree Protection Radii valley oak (Quercus lobata) 101 32 55 Good Moderate Large Protected $28,500.00 27 coast live oak (Quercus agrifolia) 102 17, 14, 19 35 Fair Moderate Large Protected $16,700.00 24 valley oak (Quercus lobata) 103 43 45 Good High Large Protected $51,500.00 N/A coast live oak (Quercus agrifolia) 104 22 25 Good Moderate Protected $13,500.00 18 coast live oak (Quercus agrifolia) 105 18, 12 35 Fair Moderate Large Protected $9,600.00 18 coast live oak (Quercus agrifolia) 106 33, 48 86 Below bifurcation 75 Fair High Large Protected $66,900.00 N/A coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) 321 5 10 Good High Protected $430.00 N/A coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) 322 6 10 Good High Protected $620.00 N/A coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) 323 5 10 Good High Protected $430.00 N/A coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) 324 7 10 Good High Protected $850.00 N/A coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) 325 4 10 Good High Protected $280.00 N/A Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 15 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) 326 4 10 Good High Protected $280.00 N/A coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) 327 4 10 Good High Protected $280.00 N/A coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) 328 7 10 Good High Protected $850.00 N/A Tree Species I.D. #Trunk Diameter (in.) ~ Canopy Diameter (ft.) Condition Expected Impact Protection Status Rounded Depreciated Value Tree Protection Radii Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 16 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Appendix C: Photographs C1: Coast redwoods #321 through #328 Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 17 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 C2: Valley oak #103 Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 18 35 #103 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 C3: Coast live oak #104 Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 19 35 #104 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 C4: Coast live oak #106 Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 20 35 #106 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 C5: Coast live oak #102 Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 21 35 #102 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 C6: Valley oak #101 Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 22 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Appendix D: Tree Protection Guidelines D1: Plan Sheet Detail S-X (Type I)  Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 23 35TREE PROTECTION Crown drip line or other limit of Tree Protection area. See tree preservation plan for fence alignment.4'-0"Maintain existing grade with the tree protection fence unless otherwise indicated on the plans. 2" x 6' steel posts or approved equal. Tree Protection fence: High density polyethylene fencing with 3.5" x 1.5" openings; Color- orange. Steel posts installed at 8' o.c. 5" thick layer of mulch. Notes: 1- See specifications for additional tree protection requirements. 2- If there is no existing irrigation, see specifications for watering requirements. 3- No pruning shall be performed except by approved arborist. 4- No equipment shall operate inside the protective fencing including during fence installation and removal. 5- See site preparation plan for any modifications with the Tree Protection area. SECTION VIEW KEEP OUT TREE PROTECTION AREA 8.5" x 11" sign laminated in plastic spaced every 50' along the fence. URBAN TREE FOUNDATION © 2014 OPEN SOURCE FREE TO USE Tree protection fence: Fencing shall be comprised of six- foot high chain link mounted on eight- foot tall, 1 7/8-inch diameter galvanized posts, driven 24 inches into the ground. Minimum 4” thick mulch layer Crown diameter drip line distance equal to the outer most limit of foliage.Notes: •All tree maintenance and care shall be performed by a qualiﬁed arborist with a C-61/D-49 California Contractors License. Tree maintenance and care shall be speciﬁed in writing according to American National Standard for Tree Care Operations: Tree, Shrub and Other Woody Plant Management: Standard Practices parts 1 through 10 and adhere to ANSI Z133.1 safety standards and local regulations. •All maintenance is to be performed according to ISA Best Management Practices. Notes: The Tree Protection Zone (TPZ) may vary in radius from the trunk and may or may not be established at the drip line distance. See arborist’s report and plan sheet for speciﬁcations of TPZ radii.6’-0”Modiﬁed by Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC, 2019 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 D2: Plan Sheet Detail S-Y (Type III)  Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 24 35EVCHARGINGONLYEVCHARGINGONLYNOPARKINGNOPARKINGCLEAN AIRVAN POOLE.V.CLEAN AIRVAN POOLE.V.CLEAN AIRVAN POOLE.V.327 328 329329327328E1E1E1E5E5AE5CC ?W ?W ?WPLANTING PLAN BYJONI JANECKI & ASSOCIATESSEE LIBRARY PLANS GUSHEE STREET PLANTING PLAN BYJONI JANECKI & ASSOCIATESSEE LIBRARY PLANSPLANTING PLAN BYJONI JANECKI & ASSOCIATESSEE LIBRARY PLANSPARKING AND BUILDING BYTEALL MESSER ARCHITECTSEE LIBRARY PLANSPLANTING PLAN BYJONI JANECKI & ASSOCIATESSEE LIBRARY PLANSLIBRARY LANDSCAPE PLAN BYJONI JANECKI & ASSOCIATES L.O.W.L.O.W.L.O.W.L.O.W.L.O.W.L.O.W.L.O.W.L.O.W.L.O.W.L.O.W.L.O.W.L.O.W.BULL CREEK FLOWLINEFUTURELIBRARY XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX X X X X X X X X X X KIRBY STREETXXXSEE L2.0 MATERIALS PLAN FOR DISCOVERY PARKIMPROVEMENTSSEE L2.0 MATERIALS PLAN FOR DISCOVERY PARKIMPROVEMENTS (E) CHAINLINK FENCE AND GATE TO REMAIN APPROXIMATE LIMIT OF WORK (L.O.W.)LEGEND (E) TREE TO BE PROTECTED(E) TREE TO REMAINNOTE:1.SEE C3.0 EROSION CONTROL PLAN FOR TREEPROTECTION IN EXISTING RIPARIAN AREA.2.TREE SURVEY PROVIDED BY IFLAND SURVEY, 10/09/18.3.CONTRACTOR SHALL PROTECT ALL TREES WHICH ARELOCATED WITHIN 10' OF EQUIPMENT MOVEMENT.1L1.0(E) FENCE TO BE REMOVEDARBORIST NOTES:1.ALL TREE MAINTENANCE AND CARE SHALL BEPERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED ARBORIST WITH AC-61/D-49 CALIFORNIA CONTRACTORS LICENSE. TREEMAINTENANCE AND CARE SHALL BE SPECIFIED INWRITING ACCORDING TO AMERICAN NATIONALSTANDARD FOR TREE CARE OPERATIONS: TREE, SHRUBAND OTHER WOODY PLANT MANAGEMENT: STANDARDPRACTICES PARTS 1 THROUGH 10 AND ADHERE TO ANSIZ133.1 SAFETY STANDARDS AND LOCAL REGULATIONS.ALL MAINTENANCE IS TO BE PERFORMED ACCORDING TO ISA BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES. 2.TREE PRUNING - IF TREE PRUNING FOR OVERHEAD CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED OR NECESSARY PRUNING SPECIFICATIONS SHALL BE IN WRITING PRIOR TO ANY CUTTING. CUTTING SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TREE CARE PROFESSIONAL OR SUPERVISED BY THE PROJECT ARBORIST. NO LIMBS GREATER THAN FOUR INCHES (4”) IN DIAMETER SHALL BE REMOVED WITHOUT APPROVAL. 3.ROOT MANAGEMENT - PRIOR TO REMOVING ROOTS GREATER THAN TWO INCHES (2”) IN DIAMETER EACH TREE SHALL BE EVALUATED BY THE PROJECT ARBORIST TO HELP DETERMINE ITS LIKELIHOOD OF FAILURE AFTER ROOT LOSS. IF ROOTS OVER TWO INCHES IN DIAMETER ARE ENCOUNTERED THEY SHOULD BE PRUNED BY HAND WITH LOPPERS, HANDSAW, RECIPROCATING SAW, OR CHAIN SAW RATHER THAN LEFT CRUSHED OR TORN. ROOTS SHOULD BE CUT BEYOND SINKER ROOTS OR OUTSIDE ROOT BRANCH JUNCTIONS AND BE SUPERVISED BY THE PROJECT ARBORIST. WHEN COMPLETED, EXPOSED ROOTS SHOULD BE KEPT MOIST WITH BURLAP OR BACKFILLED WITHIN ONE HOUR. NO ROOTS SHALL BE CUT WITHIN SIX TIMES THE TRUNK DIAMETER DISTANCE IN FEET ON ONE SIDE WITHOUT ARBORIST APPROVAL. 4.TRUNK PROTECTION - PREVENTING MECHANICAL DAMAGE TO THE MAIN STEMS FROM EQUIPMENT OR HAND TOOLS CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED BY WRAPPING THE MAIN STEM WITH STRAW WATTLE. 5.SITE OCCUPANCY - HAVE A QUALIFIED ARBORIST PERFORM A LEVEL 2: BASIC TREE RISK ASSESSMENT AS DESCRIBED IN BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES: TREE RISK ASSESSMENT: INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF ARBORICULTURE, 2017 TO HELP IDENTIFY ANY NEW RISK FACTORS AFTER CONSTRUCTION UPON NEW SITE OCCUPANCY. DEMOLITION AND TREE PROTECTION PLAN L1.0 1"= 20' LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTBASE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTUREPROJECT TEAMPROJECT NAME & ADDRESSFELTON LIBRARYDISCOVERY PARKGUSHEE STREETFELTON, CA, 95018REVISION#Date Description STAMP SHEET TITLE Scale: Date: Drawn by: Checked by: Project No.: PHASE BID SET No. 5579 Ren. 9/30/2020LICENSED A R CHI TECTST A TEOF CA L IF O RNIAAL E N DA CS P 1802 PA / AS NM 04/19/2019 CIVIL ENGINEERMME CIVIL + STRUCTURAL ENGINEERINGSAN FRANCISCO / PORTLANDwww.baselandscape.comIRRIGATION DESIGNRMA IRRIGATIONCLIENTSANTA CRUZ COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS,OPEN SPACE, AND CULTURAL SERVICES 0 feet40 1" = 20' 20 60 80 NORTHSECTION TREE TRUNK 12" Ø STRAW FILLED BURLAP WATTLES TREE PROTECTION WITHOUT FENCE 3/8" = 1'-0"4'-0"ROOT PROTECTION ZONE. SEE SPECS FOR REQUIREMENTS 1 SCHEDULE TREES TO BE PROTECTED: 20 TREES TO BE REMOVED: 0 04-19-20191 Planning Review Comments1 SECTION VIEW TRUNK PROTECTION WITH WATTLES-Y 6’-0” Excavation Trenches: 1. When any roots are cut or torn during construction, it is critical that you sharply cut all the ends of any exposed roots immediately. Failure to do so will leave crushed and torn roots. This leads to decay and inhibits growth of new roots. 2. Pile soil on the side of the trench opposite the tree. If this is not possible, place the soil on a plastic tarp, plywood or a thick bed of mulch. 3. Do not compact the backfill on the trench more than its original firmness. 4. Water the backfill to allow the roots to begin healing. Trenching near a tree can kill as much as 40%-50% of the tree’s roots. If the tree you are working around is in a confined space and your equipment will be coming close, it is important for you to protect the trunk. Wrap the tree trunk in old tires or place 2” x 4” studs around the tree and rope or band them together. ROOT PRUNING DETAIL PLEASE KEEP THIS SHEET FOR REFERENCE 2” x 4” or 2” x 2” Dimensional Lumber Sturdy Strap (steel, nylon, or synthetic rope) 2” x 4” ’or 2” x 2” - 6 to 8 Feet Tall Dimensional Lumber Spaced 3” Apart Sturdy Strap (steel, nylon, or synthetic rope) Bridge With 4” - 6” Deep Course Woody Debris or 4” x 4” Dimensional Lumber and 3/4” Plywood or Steel Road Plate. Note: See Local Ordinance Requirements and Arborist’s Report for Additional Protection Speciﬁcations and Guidelines. Trunk Protection Vertical Timber Detail 6’ MIN. 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 D3: Section 29.10.1005. - Protection of Trees During Construction Tree Protection Zones and Fence Speciﬁcations 1.Size and materials: Six (6) foot high chain link fencing, mounted on two-inch diameter galvanized iron posts, shall be driven into the ground to a depth of at least two (2) feet at no more than ten-foot spacing. For paving area that will not be demolished and when stipulated in a tree preservation plan, posts may be supported by a concrete base. 2.Area type to be fenced: Type I: Enclosure with chain link fencing of either the entire dripline area or at the tree protection zone (TPZ), when specified by a certified or consulting arborist. Type II: Enclosure for street trees located in a planter strip: chain link fence around the entire planter strip to the outer branches. Type III: Protection for a tree located in a small planter cutout only (such as downtown): orange plastic fencing shall be wrapped around the trunk from the ground to the first branch with two-inch wooden boards bound securely on the outside. Caution shall be used to avoid damaging any bark or branches. 3.Duration of Type I, II, III fencing: Fencing shall be erected before demolition, grading or construction permits are issued and remain in place until the work is completed. Contractor shall first obtain the approval of the project arborist on record prior to removing a tree protection fence. 4.Warning Sign: Each tree fence shall have prominently displayed an eight and one-half-inch by eleven-inch sign stating: "Warning —Tree Protection Zone—This fence shall not be removed and is subject to penalty according to Town Code 29.10.1025.” Text on the signs should be in both English and Spanish (Appendix E).   Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 25 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 All persons, shall comply with the following precautions 1.Prior to the commencement of construction, install the fence at the dripline, or tree protection zone (TPZ) when specified in an approved arborist report, around any tree and/or vegetation to be retained which could be affected by the construction and prohibit any storage of construction materials or other materials, equipment cleaning, or parking of vehicles within the TPZ. The dripline shall not be altered in any way so as to increase the encroachment of the construction. 2.Prohibit all construction activities within the TPZ, including but not limited to: excavation, grading, drainage and leveling within the dripline of the tree unless approved by the Director. 3.Prohibit disposal or depositing of oil, gasoline, chemicals or other harmful materials within the dripline of or in drainage channels, swales or areas that may lead to the dripline of a protected tree. 4.Prohibit the attachment of wires, signs or ropes to any protected tree. 5.Design utility services and irrigation lines to be located outside of the dripline when feasible. 6.Retain the services of a certified or consulting arborist who shall serve as the project arborist for periodic monitoring of the project site and the health of those trees to be preserved. The project arborist shall be present whenever activities occur which may pose a potential threat to the health of the trees to be preserved and shall document all site visits. 7.The Director and project arborist shall be notified of any damage that occurs to a protected tree during construction so that proper treatment may be administered. Prohibited Activities The following are prohibited activities within the TPZ: •Grade changes (e.g. soil cuts, fills); •Trenches; •Root cuts; •Pedestrian and equipment traffic that could compact the soil or physically damage roots; •Parking vehicles or equipment; •Burning of brush and woody debris; •Storing soil, construction materials, petroleum products, water, or building refuse; and, •Disposing of wash water, fuel or other potentially damaging liquids. Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 26 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Monitoring Any trenching, construction or demolition that is expected to damage or encounter tree roots should be monitored by the project arborist or a qualified ISA Certified Arborist and should be documented. The site should be evaluated by the project arborist or a qualified ISA Certified Arborist after construction is complete, and any necessary remedial work that needs to be performed should be noted. Root Pruning Roots greater than two inches in diameter shall not be cut. When roots over two inches in diameter are encountered and are authorized to be cut or removed, they should be pruned by hand with loppers, handsaw, reciprocating saw, or chain saw rather than left crushed or torn. Roots should be cut beyond sinker roots or outside root branch junctions and be supervised by the project arborist. When completed, exposed roots should be kept moist with burlap or backfilled within one hour. Boring or Tunneling Boring machines should be set up outside the drip line or established Tree Protection Zone. Boring may also be performed by digging a trench on both sides of the tree until roots one inch in diameter are encountered and then hand dug or excavated with an Air Spade® or similar air or water excavation tool. Bore holes should be adjacent to the trunk and never go directly under the main stem to avoid oblique (heart) roots. Bore holes should be a minimum of three feet deep. Tree Pruning and Removal Operations All tree pruning or removals should be performed by a qualified arborist with a C-61/D-49 California Contractors License. Treatment, including pruning, shall be specified in writing according to the most recent ANSI A-300A Standards and Limitations and performed according to ISA Best Management Practices while adhering to ANSI Z133.1 safety standards. Trees that need to be removed or pruned should be identified in the pre-construction walk through. Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 27 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Appendix E: Tree Protection Signs E1: English  Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 28 35 Warning Tree Protection Zone This Fence Shall Not Be Removed And Is Subject To Penalty According To Town Code 29.10.1025 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 E2: Spanish Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 29 35 Cuidado Zona De Arbol Pretejido Esta valla no podrán ser sacados Y está sujeta a sanción en función de Código Ciudad del 29.101025 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Appendix F: Saratoga Tree Service Report  Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 30 35 Saratoga Tree Service 13745 Skyline Blvd. Los Gatos, CA 95033 9-16-2022 Marty McFarland 120 Oak Meadow Drive Los Gatos, CA 95030 A site visit was performed at the above address to evaluate one large Quercus agrifolia (Coast Live Oak). This has a trunk diameter of about 52 inches and a height of about 50’. It is a rather wide spreading tree. The tree is located at left side of the edge of the property if viewed from the street. This tree has a number tag attached to it indicating #106. This is a fairly heavily wooded property with many other very large oak trees. Both Live Oaks and Valley Oaks are also on this property. A close inspection of this particular tree shows some serious areas of trunk decay. The main union of these trunks is a catch for debris that has led into further interior decay. An area at the very base of the tree also shows an area of compromise. Surrounding the base of the tree are old wounds that were cut a long time ago. These have new tissue covering the wounds but the internal decay from these old wounds is probable. There is enough visible decay as well as likely hidden decay areas to surmise that this tree is hollow. Because of the union of these large lower trunks in an area of visible decay, this tree has a greater probability of failure. Further up in the limb structure, there are also areas of visible decay from large, old pruning wounds. These weaknesses will lead to limb failure on the very long, heavy limbs. One of these long limbs is over the neighboring commercial property parking area. A limb failure in this area could lead to possible vehicle damage or injury to pedestrians. The very large limb that leads toward the home on this property would destroy another oak tree when it fails. It would not likely cause damage to the home. Because of all the recognized decay in this tree, it is likely that a failure will occur. There is not a good pruning option to make this tree safe as this is a very wide spreading structure. Because of these areas of decay, and the likely damage to adjacent trees and possible neighbor’s property, I am recommending removal. I am including photos to better understand my findings. Blair Glenn I.S.A. Certified Arborist #WC 654a 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022   Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 31 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022   Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 32 35 Arborists are tree specialists who use their education, knowledge, training and experience to examine trees, recommend measures to enhance the beauty and health of trees, and attempt to reduce the risk of living near trees. Clients may choose to accept or disregard the recommendations of the arborist, or to seek additional advice. Arborists cannot detect every condition that could possibly lead to the structural failure of a tree. Trees are living organisms that fail in ways we do not fully understand. Conditions are often hidden within trees and below ground. Arborists cannot guarantee that a tree will be healthy or safe under all circumstances, or for a specified period of time. Likewise, remedial treatments, like any medicine, cannot be guaranteed. 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 33 35 Treatment, pruning and removal of trees may involve considerations beyond the scope of the arborist’s services such as property boundaries, property ownership, site lines, disputes between neighbors, and other issues. Arborists cannot take such considerations into account unless complete and accurate information is disclosed to the arborist. An arborist should then be expected to reasonably rely upon the completeness and accuracy of the information provided. Trees can be managed, but they cannot be controlled. To live near trees is to accept some degree of risk. The only way to eliminate all risk associated with trees is to eliminate all trees. Respectfully Submitted, Blair Glenn I.S.A. Certified Arborist #WC 654a 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Qualiﬁcations, Assumptions, and Limiting Conditions Any legal description provided to the consultant is assumed to be correct. Any titles or ownership of properties are assumed to be good and marketable. All property is appraised or evaluated as though free and clear, under responsible ownership and competent management. All property is presumed to be in conformance with applicable codes, ordinances, statutes, or other regulations. Care has been taken to obtain information from reliable sources. However, the consultant cannot be responsible for the accuracy of information provided by others. The consultant shall not be required to give testimony or attend meetings, hearings, conferences, mediations, arbitration, or trials by reason of this report unless subsequent contractual arrangements are made, including payment of an additional fee for such services. This report and any appraisal value expressed herein represent the opinion of the consultant, and the consultant’s fee is not contingent upon the reporting of a specified appraisal value, a stipulated result, or the occurrence of a subsequent event. Sketches, drawings, and photographs in this report are intended for use as visual aids, are not necessarily to scale, and should not be construed as engineering or architectural reports or surveys. The reproduction of information generated by architects, engineers, or other consultants on any sketches, drawings, or photographs is only for coordination and ease of reference. Inclusion of said information with any drawings or other documents does not constitute a representation as to the sufficiency or accuracy of said information. Unless otherwise expressed: a) this report covers only examined items and their condition at the time of inspection; and b) the inspection is limited to visual examination of accessible items without dissection, excavation, probing, or coring. There is no warranty or guarantee, expressed or implied, that structural problems or deficiencies of plants or property may not arise in the future. Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC - P.O Box 1010, Felton, CA 95018 831.331.8982 - rick@monarcharborist.com Page of 34 35 120 Oak Meadow Drive, Los Gatos Tree Inventory, Assessment and Protection Report December 16, 2022 Certiﬁcation of Performance I Richard Gessner, Certify: That I have personally inspected the tree(s) and/or the property referred to in this report, and have stated my findings accurately. The extent of the evaluation and/or appraisal is stated in the attached report and Terms of Assignment; That I have no current or prospective interest in the vegetation or the property that is the subject of this report, and I have no personal interest or bias with respect to the parties involved; That the analysis, opinions and conclusions stated herein are my own; That my analysis, opinions, and conclusions were developed and this report has been prepared according to commonly accepted Arboricultural practices; That no one provided significant professional assistance to the consultant, except as indicated within the report. That my compensation is not contingent upon the reporting of a predetermined conclusion that favors the cause of the client or any other party, nor upon the results of the assessment, the attainment of stipulated results, or the occurrence of any other subsequent events; I further certify that I am a Registered Consulting Arborist® with the American Society of Consulting Arborists, and that I acknowledge, accept and adhere to the ASCA Standards of Professional Practice. I am an International Society of Arboriculture Board Certified Master Arborist®. I have been involved with the practice of Arboriculture and the care and study of trees since 1998. Richard J. Gessner ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist® #496 ISA Board Certified Master Arborist® WE-4341B Copyright © Copyright 2022, Monarch Consulting Arborists LLC. 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