Exhibit 7 - Neighbors Response
From: Christfan U.
Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 10:02 AM
To: Ramya Muddada >; Hellen <
Cc: Vyankatesh B <v ; Jose (Architect) rama <>; Erin
Walters <EWalters@losgatosca.gov>; Sean Mullin <SMullin@losgatosca.gov>; Venkat V.
Subject: Re: Privacy Trees -Your neighbor at 15411 Natfonal Ave (APN 424-12-40 Site applicatfon S-23-
033)
[EXTERNAL SENDER]
Dear Ramya,
Thank you for your patfence.
SPECIES: The allergy department at our medical center has finally confirmed that the "Pittosporum
tenuifolium 'Silver Sheen' would not have an allergenic impact on our family. That species would thus be
acceptable to us.
NUMBER: We are however concerned about the gaps shown between the trees as well as the amount of
coverage along the fence in your latest proposed design. We request that the number of trees be
increased from 5 to at least 8, in order to avoid any such gaps and to provide contfnuous coverage
towards our property.
As a side comment, note that Sheet Title A0.9 in your revised plan contains an error. It shows a drawing
of our property at Blackwell Dr with existfng trees on our side of the fence, and a drawing of our
neighboring house at Blackwell Dr with no trees. Those two drawings are reversed, as we have no
existfng trees in our backyard.
Thank you,
Christfan and Hellen
On 3/4/2025 23:37, Ramya Muddada wrote:
Hello Christfan and Venkat,
The City arborists and Erin had visited the site on 03/03/25 to determine the area to be avoided for
privacy trees due to the Oak Trees' canopy, which would deter the growth of privacy trees planted,
EXHIBIT 7
Attached is the revised landscape plan, the city also recommended a privacy tree, "Pittosporum
tenuifolium 'Silver Sheen'.
Please let me know if you have any questfons or concerns,
Best,
Ramya
On Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 10:40:05 AM PST, Ramya Muddada
wrote:
Hello Christfan,
I would suggest you provide the names of a few privacy trees, too
Below are the screenshots requested,
All the windows on the second floor facing Blackwell Dr. are non-operatable and will have obscure glass.
Best,
Ramya
On Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 12:04:05 AM PST,
wrote:
Hello Ramya,
Thank you for providing your proposed tree selectfons.
Upon review, we regret to inform you that both the Thuja Green Giant and the American Pillar
Arborvitae belong to the Cupressaceae family, which includes cypress and juniper species. These trees
are highly allergenic, partfcularly for children with sensitfvitfes. Given our existfng allergy to trees within
this family, we cannot agree to either of these types.
Furthermore, before we can engage in discussions regarding the number and specific placement of the
trees, it is essentfal that we have a clear understanding of the full scope of the modificatfons to the
project plan directed by the Town. This includes the reductfon in the size of the second story and the
relocatfon of the windows facing our property. We would need to review the complete revised plans —
encompassing both the structural design and the landscaping—before proceeding with any discussions
and final decisions about the number and placement of the trees. Understanding the full context is
crucial, as the design and landscaping elements are closely interrelated.
Lastly, we would appreciate receiving a full rendering of the property that includes the entfre shared
property line. While the zoomed-in rendering provided was helpful, a broader view would allow for a
more accurate evaluatfon.
We respectiully request to receive the updated project plan before any final decisions are made.
Thank you for your attentfon to this matter.
Regards,
Christfan and Hellen Urricariet
cc: Erin Walters, Venkat V.
From: Ramya Muddada
Sent: Wednesday, January 29, 2025 1:46 PM
To: Christfan (Natfonal Ave Nieghbore) U. ; Venkat V.
Cc: Vyankatesh B Jose (Architect) rama ; Erin
Walters <ewalters@losgatosca.gov>
Subject: Re: Privacy Trees -Your neighbor at 15411 Natfonal Ave (APN 424-12-40 Site applicatfon S-23-
033)
Hello Christfan and Venkat,
Can you please respond to the email with regards to Privacy Tree selectfons,
Best,
Ramya
On Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 10:20:55 AM PST, Ramya Muddada
wrote:
Hello Christfan and Venkat,
Below are our proposed Privacy Tree selectfons; please let me know which one you prefer.
1. Thuja Green Giant Arborvitae
2. American Pillar Arborvitae
Please look at the attached for the placement of the trees adjoining the Blackwell Drive property.
Best,
Ramya