Exhibit 12 - Applicant's Response to Consulting ArboristUNIQUE HOME DESIGNS
Residential Design and Land Planning
499 Chinook Lane San Jose, CA 95123
(408) 972-8594
December 11, 2024
Town of Los Gatos
Community Development Department
Civic Center
110 E. Main Street
Los Gatos, California 95031
Re: MGKG Properties LP
14335 La Rinconada Drive – Parcel 1
Arborist’s Recommendations Response – Design Review No. 2
Attn: Erin Walters
Parcel 1 Recommendations:
1. The large protected Peruvian Pepper tree #760 requires a tree protection fence with a radius of 23
The tree protection fence shall extend into parcel 2 during construction. Please refer to sheet A1.
2. Tree #737 to #744 located along the south driveway flag to parcel 2 shall have tree protection fence
in place during construction. The tree protection fence shall remain in place until the construction of
the flag driveway to parcel 2 is completed and paved.
Parcel 2 Recommendations:
1. Crape Myrtle tree #758 will have tree protection fencing with a minimum radius of 5 feet, and more
if possible.
2. The proposed home location has been brought forward to better mitigate any negative impact to
the existing trees along the rear property line. Please refer to revisions made to sheet C‐1 regarding
the proposed drainage swale along the rear property line.
Mitigation for Removals:
1. Parcel 1 proposes the removal of 3 protected trees, therefore a minimum of 9 new 15 gallon
replacement trees are required. The owner(s) shall provide a landscape plan or provide in‐lieu
payment.
2.Parcel 2 proposes the removal of 2 protected trees, therefore a minimum of 6 new 15 gallon
replacement trees are required. The owner(s) shall provide a landscape plan or provide an in‐lieu
payment.
EXHIBIT 12
Both Parcels:
1. Tree numbers have been noted on the architectural site plan and civil plan(s). The tree shall be
clearly marked on site prior to removal of any trees.
2. Temporary irrigation or soaker will be installed at all tree protective zones (TPZ). Temporary
irrigation or soaker hose shall provide supplemental watering during construction within all TPZ
areas. Monitoring watering times or amounts of water to ensure adequate soil saturation.
infrequent deeper watering is preferred. Please refer to the notes added to sheet A1
Sincerely,
G. Zierman
Greg Zierman
Unique Home Designs