PLN2023-0003_email responseFrom: Powers, Deb
To: "wash ingtonmrnCayahoo.com"
Cc: Martin, Michelle
Subject: PLN2023-0003/Hazard Tree Removal - Critical Area
Date: Monday, February 6, 2023 1:58:03 PM
Good Afternoon Marilyn,
Thank you for submitting your hazard tree removal request to the City of Edmonds. I have reviewed
the materials and found that the tree fits 'hazard' tree criteria per ECDC 23.10.040.F.3, as evidenced
by the submitted TRAQ form and photos. You may proceed with reducing the tree to a safe -height
wildlife snag as proposed. No permit fees are involved with hazard tree removal requests in critical
areas.
The status of your request is approved; however you are required to plant replacement trees per
ECDC 23.40.220.C.8.b.iv due to the critical areas on your property (see below).
Two replacement trees must be planted for each tree removed (2:1) within one year. Replacement
trees may be planted at a different, nearby location if it can be determined that planting in the same
location would create a new hazard or potentially damage the critical area. Replacement trees shall
be native species and a minimum of 1-2" diameter at 4.5' for deciduous trees and a minimum of 6'
in height for evergreen trees as measured from the top of the root ball. Please contact the me when
the replacement trees have been planted so that I can schedule an inspection to verify their
planting.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Best,
Deb Powers I Urban Forest Planner
City of Edmonds Planning Division
425-771-0220, ext. 1278
deb.powersCcDedmondswa.gov