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PLN2023-0079 Staff ReportCITY OF EDMONDS 121 511 Avenue North, Edmonds WA 98020 Phone: 425.771.0220 • Fax: 425.771.0221 • Web: www.edmondswa.gov PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT • PLANNING DIVISION `,7C. 10" To: Staff Contact: Date: ADMINISTRATIVE DESIGN REVIEW FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS, AND DECISION Jennifer Wells, Washington Tree Experts, LLC Tristan Sewell, Planner January 29, 2024 Proposal: Edmonds United Methodist Church Landscape Modification I. INTRODUCTION The applicant proposes replacing a dead Japanese black pine tree in the parking lot of the Edmonds United Methodist Church at 828 Caspers Street. Staff approved a previous landscaping modification in 2013 (PLN2013-0062). Chapter 20.13 Edmonds Community Development Code (ECDC) requires landscaping design review of commercial or multifamily properties. The subject application does not trigger review under the State Environmental Protection Act (SEPA); pursuant to ECDC 20.11.010.A, the proposal may be approved as a Type I staff decision subject to the procedure described in ECDC 20.01.003. II. CRITICAL AREAS Developed as a church and associated improvements, the site received a critical areas determination in 2017 (CRA2017-0057). The proposed work resides entirely outside of any critical areas or associated buffers on or adjacent to the site. III. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS 1. The site is zoned Single -Family Residential (RS-12). 2. The applicant proposes to replace a single dead Japanese black pine (Minus thunbergii) of the existing landscaping with a red maple (Acer rubrum var. `October Glory') to mitigate risk via a more appropriate planting. 3. Removal of the existing landscaping requires replacements. ECDC 20.13.030 requires Type IV landscaping on the northern property line near vehicular access. The submitted landscaping site plan (Attachment 2) meets the requirements of these landscaping types. 4. The applicant proposed replacement plantings compatible with the climate of the Pacific Northwest per ECDC 20.13.020(H) (Attachment 2). 5. The proposed replacement planting meets the minimum size at installation (ECDC 20.13.015(B)). 6. Areas unmodified by this proposal may persist as -is. 7. Engineering identified no traffic or utility issues presented by the proposal and as such approved the application. IV. DECISION Based on findings, conclusions, and attachments to this report, staff finds that the design review for file number PLN2023-0079 is APPROVED with the following conditions: 1. This decision only approves the planting of vegetation indicated in the submitted landscape plan. Removal or planting of any other vegetation requires a separate permit. 2. Replacement plantings shall be consistent with the requirements of ECDC 20.13.015(B). 3. Trees shall be felled on private property. 4. Vehicles and equipment shall be located on private property. Should it be necessary to utilize any portion of the City right-of-way, including the street or sidewalk, to perform any of this work, then the contractor must obtain a right-of-way construction permit in advance of starting work. The right-of-way permit application would require a traffic control plan. 5. Contractor/owner is responsible for keeping all debris on site and preventing any silt laden runoff from leaving the site and/or entering the city storm system. 6. Contractor/owner shall repair/replace any damaged sections of curb/gutter, sidewalk, or other public improvements in City right-of-way per City standards that is caused by or occurs during the permitted project. 7. Contractor/owner is responsible for locating all onsite utilities and any utilities on neighboring properties that could be impacted by the proposed work. The City provides both water and sewer services to this site. Relocation/revision/repair to any utilities may require a separate permit. V. ATTACHMENTS 1. Land Use Application 2. Landscape Plan 3. Critical Areas Initial Determination (CRA2017-0057) Page 2 of 3 VI. PARTIES OF RECORD City of Edmonds Jennifer Wells Kevin Danberg 121 51 Ave N. 9792 Edmonds Way 828 Caspers St. Edmonds, WA 98020 #123 Edmonds, WA 98020 Edmonds, WA 98020 VII. APPEALS Per ECDC 20.07.006, appeal of this decision must be filed within 21 days after the issuance of the decision with the Snohomish County Superior Court. Page 3 of 3 i CITY OF EDMONDS MyBuildingPermitxom '* Clearing and Grading Application #1402052 - Dead pine tree removal Applicant First Name Last Name Company Name Jennifer Wells Washington Tree Experts Number Street Apartment or Suite Number E-mail Address 9792 Edmonds Way #123 wtetree@yahoo.com City State Zip Phone Number Extension Edmonds WA 98020 (206) 362-3380 Contractor Company Name WASHINGTON TREE EXPERTS LLC Number Street Apartment or Suite Number 16732 BROADWAY AVE City State Zip Phone Number Extension SNOHOMISH WA 98296 (206) 362-3380 State License Number License Expiration Date UBI # E-mail Address WASHITE7801_2 10/19/2024 RDggg74g1 wtetree@yahoo.com Project Location Number Street Floor Number Suite or Room Number 828 CASPERS ST City Zip Code County Parcel Number EDMONDS 98020 27032400217100 Associated Building Permit Number Tenant Name Additional Information (i.e. equipment location or special instructions)_ Work Location Property Owner First Name Last Name or Company Name *Kevin Danberg EDMONDS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Number Street Apartment or Suite Number 828 CASPERS ST City State Zip EDMONDS WA 98020 Certification Statement - The applicant states: I certify that I am the owner of this property or the owner's authorized agent. If acting as an authorized agent, I further certify that I have full power and authority to file this application and to perform, on behalf of the owner, all acts required to enable the jurisdiction to process and review such application. I have furnished true and correct information. I will comply with all provisions of law and ordinance governing this type of application. If the scope of work requires a licensed contractor to perform the work, the information will be provided prior to permit issuance. Date Submitted: 11/8/2023 Submitted By: Jennifer Wells Page 1 of 2 '* i CITY OF EDMONDS MyBuildingPermit.com Clearing and Grading Application #1402052 - Dead pine tree removal Project Contact Company Name: Washington Tree Experts Name: Jennifer Wells Email: wtetree@yahoo.com Address: 9792 Edmonds Way #123 Phone #: (206) 362-3380 Edmonds WA 98020 Project Type Activity Type Scope of Work Commercial Landscaping and Hardscaping Only Tree Removal and/or Installation Project Name: Dead pine tree removal Description of Work: Remove dead pine tree from parking lot planter and replace with a red maple Project Details Tree Information Total number of trees to be removed 1 Description (species, diameter) Dead/dying Pine tree to be removed and replaced. Location (front yard, back yard, etc.) North of parking lot adjacent to Casper St. Page 2 of 2 Edmonds United Methodist Church 10/11/2023 Page 1 of 4 Washington Tree Experts 9792 Edmonds Way #123 Edmonds, WA 98020 206-362-3380 wtetree@yahoo.com Client: Edmonds United Methodist Church C/O: Kevin Danberg APPROVED BY PLANNING Street: 828 Caspers St. Jan zs 2024 City, Zip: Edmonds, WA 98020 RE: Dead/dying Pine Assignment: Provide assistance with permit to remove and replace dead pine tree in parking lot. Tree: Japanese Black Pine (Pinus thunbergii) = 18" diameter at standard height Obviously dead with no viability Washington Tree Experts Certified Arborist Edmonds United Methodist Church 10/11/2023 Page 2 of 4 Recommendations: Removal as soon as practical. Replacement with a two-inch caliper October Glory Red Maple (Acer rubrum 'October Glory') in the same planting bed. Prepared byI n G�L--7` Jennifer Wells Certified Arborist #PN6209A ISA Qualified Tree Risk Assessor Waiver of Liability This information represents the tree health assessment at this point in time. My findings do not guarantee future safety nor are they predictions of future events. Information contained in this report covers only those items that were examined and reflects the condition of those items at the time of inspection. The inspection is limited to visual examination of accessible items without dissection, excavation, probing, or coring. My fee is in no way contingent upon the reporting of a specified value or occurrence of a subsequent event. I have been hired on a consult only basis. Washington Tree Experts Certified Arborist Edmonds United Methodist Church 10/11/2023 Page 3 of 4 Resources M. Dirr-Manual of Woody Landscapes, Champaign: Stipes Publishing Company, 1990. R. Harris, J. Clark, N. Matheny-Arboriculture Third Edition,1999. ISA Tree Risk Assessment Handbook Smiley, Thomas E., Matheny, Nelda, Lilly, Sharon, Best Management Practices Tree Risk Assessment,Second Edition, 2017. Dunster, J, A. 2003. Preliminary Species Profiles for Tree Failure Assessment. Bowen Island: Dunster& Associates Environmental Consultants Ltd. Assessment Best Management Practices, ANSI A300 Part 9: Tree, Shrub, and Other Washington Tree Experts Certified Arborist Edmonds United Methodist Church 10/11/2023 Page 4 of 4 Site map (not to scale for illustration only) a I N 7 Washington Tree Experts Certified Arborist King County Parcel Viewer Dead pine to be removed and is approximate location of replacement tree CITY OF EDMONDS 121 5ch Avenue North, Edmonds WA 98020 Phone: 425.771.0220 • Fax: 425.771.0221 • Web: www.edmondswa.gov DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT • PLANNING DIVISION Critical Area Determination (CRA20170057) Based on a review and inspection of the subject site, staff has determined that one or more critical areas are located on or near the site. Critical areas are ecologically sensitive or hazardous areas that are protected in order to maintain their functions and values. Site Location 828 Caspers Street Tax Account Number 27032400217100 Property Owner Edmonds United Methodist Church Applicant Roy Chapel Critical Area(s) Present ❑ Wetlands (ECDC 23.50) ❑ Frequently Flooded Areas (ECDC 23.70) 0 Geologically Hazardous Areas (ECDC 23.80) © Erosion Hazard Areas ❑ Landslide Hazard Areas ❑ Seismic Hazard Areas ❑ Fish & Wildlife Habitat Conservation Areas (ECDC 23.90) ❑ Streams Site Description The subject property is located on the south side of Caspers Street. The majority of the property gently slopes to the north/northwest; however, there is a berm along the eastern portion of the property with slopes of approximately 33 percent according the City's LiDAR information. Given the slopes on the property, there are areas on the site that qualify as a potential erosion hazard area. What does this mean? The critical area regulations are only triggered when an alteration is proposed to a critical area or its buffer. However, once an alteration in or near critical area is proposed, critical area studies and City review and approval may be required. What is an 'Alteration'? According to Section 23.40.005 of the Edmonds Community Development Code (ECDC): "Alteration" means any human -induced action which changes the existing conditions of a critical area or its buffer. Alterations include, but are not limited to: grading, filling; dredging; draining; channelizing; cutting, pruning, limbing or topping, clearing, relocating or removing vegetation; applying herbicides or pesticides or any hazardous or toxic substance; discharging pollutants; paving, construction, application of gravel; modifying for surface water management purposes; or any other human activity that changes the existing landforms, vegetation, hydrology, wildlife or wildlife habitat value of critical areas. Michele,Q. Szafran, Planner Name, Title Sign May 23, 2017 Date Cited sections of the Edmonds Community Development Code (ECDC) can be found at h ttp://www. codepublishing. com/WA/Edmonds Environmentally Critical Areas General Provisions (ECDC 23.40) Wetlands (ECDC 23.50) Frequently Flooded Areas (ECDC 23.70) Geologically Hazardous Areas (ECDC 23.80) Fish and Wildlife Habitat Conservation Areas (ECDC 23.90) City of Edmonds GIs map tool with approximate location of critical areas: http://maps.edmondswa.gov Page 12 I I I . Wilk- . I U A4 4V Oil" M , S A* E,TH 0 , S 13 �� 828 111101 LAW 4 to 0 1 L Legend 7 Erosion Hazard Areas 15%-40% Landslide Hazard Areas (SCHOOL A% 40% and greater LI Now Now 0% Critical Area Map CRA20170057 828 Caspers St. Scale 1 inch = 100 feet V q ,