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Attachment 9
PLN -2009-0054
Main Office
17311 —13e Avenue NE, A-500
WaodinvVe, WA 90072
(425) 486-1669 FAX (425) 481-2510
(425) 337-1659 Snohomish County
November 10, 2409
Mr. Yutian Yao
18430 Olympic View Drive
Edmonds, WA 98020
NELSON GEOTECHNICAL
ASSOCIATES, INC.
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERS & GEOLOGISTS
Geotechnical Engineering Letter
Tree Removal
Edmonds, Washington
NGA File No. 821009
Dear Mr. Yao:
Engineering -Geology Branch
437 East Penny Road
Wenatchee, WA 98801
(5D9) 665-7696 FAX (509) 665-7692
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NOV .1 2 2009
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
COUNTER
This letter summarizes our recommendations for some tree removal at your residence located at 184.30
Olympic View Drive in Edmonds, Washington.
INTRODUCTION
You are planning to remove four large, mature trees from your property, one which had damaged the
foundation of your residence, and one that has damaged a water line. We visited the site and met with
you on November 4, 2009. We observed that the front portion of your property is bowl -shaped with
steep slopes on all sides. You.have requested that we observe the area and provide recommendations for
removing the large trees.
Site Conditions
The property is a roughly rectangular -shaped lot covering approximately 0.3 acres. The front portion of
the site is a bowl -shaped feature and is steeply sloping down to the west towards a flat area next to the
residence. It appears that some of the slopes contain fill material from the construction of the existing
driveway on the southern side of the area, and the parking pull-out area to the east. Several mature trees
are located in this area in front of the house, located at the tae of the slopes; on the slopes, and at the top
Attachment 11
PLN -2009.0054
Geotechnical Engineering Letter
Yao Tree Removal
Edmonds, 'Washington
November 10, 2009
NGA File No. 821009
Page 2
of the slopes. The trees are approximately 8 to 36 inches in diameter. The trees that are planned to be
removed are: a large cedar tree located at the toe of the slope next to the northeastern corner of the
residence, The second is a large cedar located within the fiat area at the toe of the slopes, a fir tree
located at the top of the slope, just west of the driveway pullout area, and a hemlock located at the top of
slope next to the southeastern comer of the residence_
The geologic units for this area -are shown on the PreliminaV Geologic Map of the Edmonds East and
Edmonds `)Vest Quadrangles, Snohomish and King. Counties. Wasbinatgn, by Mackey Smith (USGS,
1975). The site is mapped as Whidbey Formation (Qw) and is described as sand silt and clay.
CONCLUSIONS AND RECOM IENDATIONS
It is our opinion from a geotechnical standpoint that the planned tree removal is feasible and should not
adversely impact the site slopes. We recommend that the stumps remain after the trees are cut. Care
should be taken as to not disturb the steep slopes during tree removal. if any areas that are disturbed
should be compacted and covered with erosion control material. Disturbed areas should be planted as
soon as practical and the vegetation should be maintained until it is established.
In general, protection of the slopes should be performed as required by the City of Edmonds.
Specifically, we recommend that the top of slope not be disturbed or modified through placement of any
fill or removal of the existing vegetation. No material of any kind should he placed on the slope or be
allowed to reach the slope, such as excavation spoils, lawn clippings, and other yard waste, trash, and soil
stockpiles. Trees should not be cut down or removed from the slope except as described above. Any
proposed development within or near the slopes should be the subject of a specific geotcchnical
evaluation. Under no circumstances should water be allowed to concentrate on the steep slopes.
USE OF THIS LETTER
NGA has prepared this report for Mr. Yutian Yao and his agents for use in the planning and budgeting
for the tree removal on this site only. The scope of our work does not include services related to
NELSON GEOTECHNICAL ASSOCIATES, INC.
Geotechnical Engineering Letter
Yao Tree Removal
Edmonds, Washington
November 10, 2009
NGA File No.821009
Page 3
construction safety precautions and our recommendations are not intended to direct the contractors'
methods, techniques, sequences, or procedures, except as specifically described in our report for
consideration in design. A contingency for unanticipated conditions should be included in the budget
and schedule.
Within the limitations of scope, schedule, and budget, our services have been performed in accordance
with generally accepted geotechnical engineering practices in effect in this area at the time this report
was prepared. No other warranty, expressed or implied, its trade. Our observations, findings, and
opinions are a means to identify and reduce the inherent risks to the owner.
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NELSON GEOTECHNICAL ASSOCIATES, INC.
Geotechnical Engineering Letter
Yao Tree Removal
Edmonds, Washington
November 10, 2009
NGA pile No.821009
Page 4
It has been a pleasure to provide service to you on this project: If you have any questions or require;
Ayer information, please call.
Sincerely,
NELSON GEOTECHNICAL ASSOCIATES, INC
Bala Dodoye-Alan
Project Geologist
Khaled M. Shaviish, PE
Principal
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Three Copies Submitted
One Figure Attached
NELSON GEOTECHNICAL ASSOCIATES, INC.
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MEMORANDUM
Date: December 21, 2009
To: Mike Clugston, Planner
From: Jeanie McConnell, Engineering Program Manager
Subject: PLN20090054, Tree Removal — Single Family Residence
18430 Olympic View Drive
Engineering has reviewed and approved the subject application with the following condition
to be noted in the staff report.
Tree removal crews and associated equipment shall be staged on private property. Trees are
to be dropped on private property. A right-of-way construction permit, with separate review
and approval, is required to use any portion of the City right-of-way.
Thank you,
Jeanie
City of Edmonds
Attachment 14
PLN -2009-0054
Nathaniel R Brown
18529 Olympic View Drive
Edmonds, WA 98020
425-670-8062
natxcgrind@yahoo.co n
Mike Clugston, AICD DEC 2 0 09
City of Edmonds Development Services � '- �t��b�
1215"' Ave. N.
Edmonds, WA98020
December 18, 2009
Dear Mr. Clugston,
I wish to express in the strongest possible terms my objections to the proposed tree cutting at
18430 Olympic View Drive (File No.: PLN -2009-0054).
I am appalled by the steady destruction of our city's environment through the cutting of more and
more trees. Our reason for moving to Edmonds in 1961 was the lovely, shady look of Edmonds —
the same reason I bought my present home on Olympic View Drive.
We have lost, and continue to lose at an alarming rate, a significant portion of our tree cover, with
a serious negative effect on our quality of life, the habitat of our birds, and all that these trees do
to retain soil, provide shade and purify the air.
From my home I frequently enjoy the sight of large birds — eagles? — perching on these trees. The
trees are part of their habitat, and their presence is a great pleasure to those of us who live here.
We should not be eliminating still more of steadily shrinking amount of remaining habitat.
The person proposing to cut these trees is required to replace them. It will take many decades for
any replacements to reach the size and maturity of those to be cut.
The trees in this area are a valuable part of the view. Removing no less than seven trees would
greatly lessen the value of my property and undermine my enjoyment of my home.
The trees in question are in a critical area. The City of Edmonds must not permit the continual
erosion of our environment by granting special permission to remove these trees. If this is
allowed, there is no reason why still more trees may not be removed from other critical areas.
Please preserve the integrity of our city, its environment, and its wonderful atmosphere by
refusing permission to eliminate still more of the trees that once made Edmonds such an attractive
town.
//athanie
. Brown
Attachment 15
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Clugston, Michael
From: Howard Bobry [hhbobry@verizon.net]
Sent: Tuesday, December 29, 2009 11:54 AM
To: Clugston, Michael
Subject: file PLN -2009-0054
Mr. Clugston,
We're the next door neighbors (18416 Olympic View Dr.) to the property at 18430 Olympic View, and received the
Notice regarding removal of seven trees on that property. Reviewing the information shown on the permit web
site, I see four trees, not seven, identified for removal, and no indentification of the other work (retaining walls,
new trees, etc.) to be done.
Is the information on this other work available for our inspection? We also understand that the trees to be
removed had to be considered "hazardous". Is this correct? Is there documentation as to these trees (which
appear to be quite healthy) being deemed hazardous? We're a bit concerned because we hate to see these big
trees removed.
We are also concerned that removal of one of the trees would appear to be quite difficult without access to our
property, and no such permission has been given (or requested). As part of the permit process, does the City
have any requirements in that regard, and any requirements for insurance or a bond in case of damage to our
property?
Thank you.
Howard Bobry
1/4/2010
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Clugston, Michael
From. John Goodman [the.goodmans@verizon.net]
Sent; Sunday, January 03, 2010 7:06 PM
To: Clugston, Michael
Subject: PLN20090054 Concerns '
Dear Mr. Clugston:
I live a 18420 Olympic View Drive. While we do applaud any of our neighbors improving and maintaining their
properties, given the questionable development of 18430 Olympic View Drive to date, we do want to be sure
that the City of Edmonds perforins its functions. I have attached a letter listing our concerns. Thank you for
addressing these issues, if they have not already been addressed.
John Goodman
Attachment 17
PLN -2009-0054
1/4/2010
RE: YAO PLN2009005
18430 Olympic View Drive, Edmonds, WA
I am writing in response to the proposed approval to permit removal of trees at 18430 Olympic View
Drive. In view of the history of the subject property and the proposed plans, I have major concerns that
the city addresses the following issues before approval of the permit.
1. These trees and house are on a "critical area" by definition. There is a major storm sewer drain
in this precise location that drains into the sound. Review of the city records and lawsuits will
reveal that the City of Edmonds paid monies for damages when the subject property was
incorrectly developed in the past and neighboring houses were flooded. The city must insure
that this issue is properly addressed, as well as a reforestation plan and slope stabilization are in
place. The City should also insure that the drainage system is not damaged.
2. A review of the certified arborist's reports, reveal only one of these trees is in poor condition,
another close to the house and possibly damaging the foundation. As for the remaining trees, it
is unclear that they are a danger, or that removal may be more dangerous in the "critical area".
Remedies short of removal are not even offered as alternatives. It must also be acknowledged
by the City the arborist's report is not independent, being from the contractor proposing the
removal. While it is written by a certified arborist, should it be considered an independent
arborist report?
3. Lastly, the history of this property development in recent years reveals: A.) unpermitted
excavation of an onsite parking space has already occurred at this site in this very area; B.)
"stop work orders" were issued by the city when unpermitted deck extensions were being made
and when a swimming pool was removed without a permit; D.) on the OVD side, PUD has
recently cut down trees and left the cut up limbs and tree trunks piled in the drainage area's
steep slope above an inlet for the sewer.
4. Lastly, the City needs to aware that the public posting is in front of the house on the private
driveway, not visible from the street, as I believe is required.
It is our expectation, especially in light of the subject property's history, that the City address the issues
of this "critical area" with an independent analysis of the conditions of the trees, plans to mitigate the
effect on the "critical area" if trees are removed , protect the sewer drain, and assurance that the
project is completed as permitted.
John Goodman
18420 Olympic View Drive
Edmonds, WA. 98020
Mike Clugston ELIZABETH POLL
18401 Olympic View Dr, Edmonds, WA 98020
City Contact:
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Dear Sir:
1 am writing in concern over the requested application on the removal of
seven mature trees at 18430 Olympic Drive. The site is in an identified critical area
and warrants a replacement plan. How can mature trees be replaced? By bft
saplings?
My major concern is the proximity to Hut Park and an established eagle
nesting area. The eagles use the mature trees on Olympic View Dr. to perch while
looking for fish. More trees removed more impact on the eagles.
Edmonds has lost its mature trees at an alarming rate and at this critical time of
climate change and carbon credits our few remaining native trees should surely be
regarded as valuable assets to our community.
Yours truly
Elizabeth Poll
Attachment 18
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Attachment 19
CITY(- EDMONDS • 1215" AVENUE NORTH ..DMONDS, WA 98020
PHONE: 425.771.0220 •FAX: 425.771.0221 •WEB: www.ci.edmonds.wa.us
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPAR'T'MENT: PLANNING • BUILDING
December 14, 2009
Yutian Yao
18430 Olympic View Drive
Edmonds, WA 98026
RE: COMPLETE APPLICATION — TREE CUTTING PERMIT AT 18430 OLYMPIC
VIEW DRIVE (PLN -2009-0054)
Dear Mr. Yao:
Thank you for submitting the required tree hazard survey forms; your application is now
complete.
As we had discussed at the counter, applicants are now responsible for all notification
requirements for land use applications according to ECDC 20.03 (Ordinance No. 3736). This
includes mailing out the notice materials to adjacent property owners, publishing notice in the
Everett Herald, and posting the site itself.
Notice for this project must issued by Monday, December 28th; in this case, you should be able to
do it by Tuesday, December 22, 2009. With this cover letter is: 1) a notice of application, 2)
legal notice for the Herald, 3) a vicinity map, and 4) affidavits of posting, publishing and.
mailing.
The notice of application and vicinity map must be mailed to the property owners within 300 feet
of the subject site and posted on the sign at the site. Please use the following address for the
return address on the envelopes for the mailing: City of Edmonds, Planning Division, 121 - 5th
Ave. N, Edmonds, WA 98020. In addition to using this address for the return address, please
also mail a copy of the notice to my attention at the same address. When you mail the notices at
the Post Office, you will need to obtain a U.S. Postal Service Certificate of Mailing containing
the names and addresses of all parties provided notice. While you can send the information out
before December 28'h, sending it out later could be a basis for denial or appeal of the application.
The attached legal notice must be provided to the Everett Herald by 3.00pm two business days
prior to publication. In addition to the provided text, the Herald will need your name for billing
as well as your phone number and address. You can submit the ad to the Herald in any of the
following ways: 1) via email to legals@heraldnet.com (a confirmation email will be sent within
24 hours of receipt), 2) via fax to 425-339-3438, 3) in person at 1213 California St, Everett, WA
98201, or 4) by mail to PO Box 930, Everett, WA 98206 atm: Legals. If you have any questions
for the Herald, you may contact Jody Knoblich at 425-339-3089 or legals@heraldnet.com.
A laminated notice and vicinity map must be attached to a blue sign and be posted at the site by
Tuesday, December 22, 2009. The laminated documents and blue sign are available at the
Planning Division.
Attachment 20
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No later than 14 days after the required date of posting, publishing, and mailing (December
22nd), an affidavit must be submitted to the City attesting that you completed each of the required
methods of notification. Additionally, you will need to submit the U.S. Postal Service Certificate
of Mailing for each of the addresses the notice of application was mailed to. You can drop those
documents by City Hall or mail them to my attention.
If you have any questions on the noticing requirements, please contact me at 425-771-0220 or
via email at michael.clu sg tongei.edmonds.wa.us. We are still working out how to smoothly
implement these new noticing procedures, so we are happy to help if you have any difficulties.
SSi�i�gn��ce��r��ely,
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Planner
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FILE NO.: PLN -2009-0054
APPLICANT: Yao
JAN - 5 29120
PERMIT CCUi'1 i
STATE OF WASHINGTON)
COUNTY OF SNOHOMISH)
1, U rW V40 , first duly sworn, on oath, depose and say:
That on the y day of Plcf , the attached Notice of Application was
posted on or near the subject property, in accordance with Edmonds Community
Development Code Chapter 20.03.
Signed " ;�L
Subscribed and sworn to before me this /J' day of
Notary Public
state of Washington Notary Public in and f the State of Washington.
MICHAEL E MCENTIRE
My Appointment Expires May 2, 2013
Residing at �"�
File Number: PLN -2009-0054
Applicant: Yao
JAIN!-52010
AFFIDAVIT OF MAILING
FRMff COUNTER
STATE OF WASHINGTON}
COUNTY OF SNOHOMISH)
I, �y��� b , first duly sworn, on oath, depose and say:
That on the/ f-/ day of ,0i?yr-<7 �% the attached Notice of Development
Application was mailed as required to adjacent property owners, in accordance with
Edmonds Community Development Code Chapter 20.03.
Signed
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Subscribed and sworn to before me this day of ,0f -4f/-7<-- , �t.
Notary Public
State of Washington ota Public in and fo he State of Washington.
MICHAEL E MCENTIRE g
My Appointment Expires May Z, 2013
Residing at
FILE NO.: PLN -2009-0054
APPLICANT: Yao
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STATE OF WASHINGTON)
COUNTY OF SNOHOMISH)
I, ��T7�9� �42' , first duly sworn, on oath, depose and say:
PERMIT CO i TE'1
That on the IS_7'� day of da'yO- 1 caused to be published in the Everett
Herald a legal Notice of Application, in accordance with Edmonds Community
Development Code Chapter 20.03, a copy of which is attached.
Signed �7
Subscribed and sworn to before me this day
Notary Public
State of Washington
MICHAEL E MCENTIRE
My Appointment Expires May 2, 2013 ota Publi6 in 6d for the State of Washington.
Residing at
Affidavit of Publication
STATE OF WASHINGTON,
COUNTY OF SNOHOMISH
JAN 04 2010
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Account Name: Yeo Yutian
S.S.
The undersigned, being first duly sworn on oath deposes and says that she is Principal Clerk of
THE HERALD, a daily newspaper printed and published in the City of Everett, County of
Snohomish, and State of Washington; that said newspaper is a newspaper of general
circulation in said County and State; that said newspaper has been approved as a legal
newspaper by order of the Superior Court of Snohomish County and that the notice
Notice of Application
Yutian Yao
a printed copy of which is hereunto attached, was published in said newspaper proper and not
in supplement form, in the regular and entire edition of said paper on the following days and
times, namely:
December 18, 2009
and that said newspaper was regularly ' tributed to i't,5,subscribers during all of said period.
Principa C erk
Subscribed and sworn to before me this 18th
day of December, 2009
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