PLN-2012-0001 complete requesting clarification.pdfCITY OF EDMONDS • 121 5' AVENUE NORTH • EDMONDS, WA 98020
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DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT: PLANNING • BUILDING
January 19, 2012
Van Schilling
1313 11 t" Place North
Edmonds, WA 98020
RE: COMPLETE APPLICATION — POST -EVENT TREE CUTTING PERMIT AT
1313 11T11 PLACE NORTH (PLN-2012-0001)
Dear Mr. Schilling,
Thank you for submitting the required documentation and application fees for the above -
referenced permit; your application is now complete according to ECDC 20.02.003. However,
while the application is technically complete, additional clarification is required. Please address
all comments in a written response and/or by providing updated plans, as appropriate:
1. Scope of Work. From the documentation provided, it is not entirely clear what trees
were cut, if any additional tree work is being proposed, and where the required
replacement vegetation will be planted. I understand that two maple clumps were cut
at 1304 Olympic — I have pictures of that work, the location of which is generally
shown on your submitted plot plan. However, the letter/estimate from your arborist
includes a site sketch indicating that other work was anticipated on the adjacent
property to the north (1312 Olympic Avenue). I have included an aerial photo
showing the site and the location of the trees that I think were cut and those might be.
If my understanding is incorrect, please let me know.
Because the two maple trees were cut within a steep slope critical area, replacement
vegetation must be installed according to ECDC 23.40.220.C.7.b. Two trees must be
replaced for each one removed. As it stands, two maples were cut so four trees would
have to be installed in their place. Given the location, vine maples or a similar lower -
growing native species would be probably be appropriate. If additional trees are
proposed to be removed on the adjoining parcel to the north, a similar 2:1
replacement ratio would need to be met.
As far as resubmittal, please update your cover letter to describe exactly which trees
were cut, if any additional trees are to be cut, and how replacement will be handled.
Also needed is an updated restoration plan visually locating which trees were cut,
where any other tree will be located, and where the required replacements will be
installed. This may require additional input from your arborist, particularly for the
restoration plan.
Because the application is complete, I will take the next step of completing the permit noticing
requirements. If you would, please respond to the above comments as soon as you can so we can
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get this issue wrapped up. If you have any questions, please contact me at 425-771-0220 or via
email at clu sg_tonkci.edmonds.wa.us.
Sincerely,
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Mike Clugston, AICP
Associate Planner
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