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ApprovalLetter_wAttCITY OF EDMONDS 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds WA 98020 Phone: 425.771.0220 • Fax: 425.771.0221 • Web: www.edmondswa.gov DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT • PLANNING DIVISION `ne. 18y%J October 13, 2021 Lynn Lawrence 1111 Brookmere Dr. Edmonds, WA 98020 Subject: Hazard Tree Removal at 1111 Brookmere Dr. (CRA2021-0194) Dear Lynn Lawrence, The City of Edmonds has received a request to remove one dead tree from the Lawrence residence, in the side yard, within a stream buffer, which is considered a critical area pursuant to Chapter 23.40 of the Edmonds Community Development Code (ECDC). Generally, the removal of trees, or any vegetation, within a critical area or critical area buffer is not an allowed activity, unless, pursuant to ECDC 23.40.220.C.8, it involves the removal of invasive species or hazard trees. In order to fall under the hazard tree provisions of ECDC 23.40.220.C.8.b, a tree must be determined to be a high risk by a certified arborist. The request to remove did not include a Tree Risk Assessment form completed by an ISA-certified arborist, but the applicant submitted pictures that indicated the tree is obviously dead. Pursuant to ECDC 23.40.220.C.8.b.iv each hazard tree removed within a critical area or critical area buffer must be replaced with new native trees at a 2-1 ratio. It has been indicated that you propose to replace the dead tree with two trees from the species list below: • dogwood • vine maple • willow • paper birch An exemption for the tree cutting is granted with the following conditions: 1. This approval only pertains to the one damaged tree identified in the attached materials. 2. Two trees must be planted to replace the hazard tree. The replacement trees must be native and indigenous in accordance with ECDC 23.40.220.C.8.b.iv. The proposed replacement trees listed above are appropriate replacement tree species Alternative species must be approved by the City of Edmonds. 3. Replacement trees must be planted within one year of removal of the hazard trees. Please notify the City once the replacement trees have been replanted for an inspection. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions at Brad.Shipley@edmondswa.gov, or 425-771-0220. Sincerely, Brad Shipley Associate Planner Encl: Emailed Request Photos Property map Replacement species Critical Areas Map From: Lynn Lawrence To: PlanningPermits Subject: 1111 Brookmere Drive, Edmonds, WA -- Hazardous Tree Date: Friday, September 24, 2021 1:14:11 PM Attachments: Property Map, 1111 Brookmere Drive, Edmonds, WA 98020.pdf To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to request permission to have a hazardous tree on my property taken down. I believe it's an alder tree, and measures approximately 32" wide at breast height. The tree, which is approximately 15' from the SW corner of my home, is decayed, and has been losing branches for several years now.. Two weeks ago, a huge branch fell onto my roof, and punctured the roof in four different places. Shell Creek runs behind my home, and the wind channels down the streambed in the winter, causing many tree branches to fall. I anticipate that this tree will lose many additional branches this winter, given its very decayed condition. This tree is a hazard not only to my roof, but to my deck, and to the south side of my home. I understand that my lot is in a "protected" area, given its proximity to Shell Creek. I would be fine with leaving the trunk in place, and just having all the decayed branches taken off, if I am not able to have the entire tree removed. I have attached a map of my property, showing the location of the tree, and have also attached eleven photos of the tree, showing 1) its location on the lot; 2) the tree branches which fell on my roof; and 3) the damage done to the roof. I would be happy to submit any other information you need in order to consider my request. Thank you for your consideration, Lynn Lawrence I I I I Brookmere Drive Edmonds, WA 98020 lvnnklawrencea. amail. com 206-605-8287 0 IMG-4699.jpg 0 IMG-4700.jpg 0 IMG-4703.jpg 0 IMG-4704.jpg 0 IMG-4705Jpg 0 IMG-4707 Jpg 0 IMG-4711 Jpg 0 IMG-4719.jpg doe �•--�-- ;;� %: . .s: ;;� %: . .s: OF a. J PROPERTY MAP 92'Za€'[''€ 22' 27' 18t�' AD �r 65' 25 Yards ., y •Lot Dimensions are Estimated (,dkAJ l e ki e-1,-- - L yVt i h ,� /(& c rld5l. From: Lynn Lawrence To: Shipley, Brad Subject: Re: 1111 Brookmere Dr, Edmonds WA 98020 Date: Friday, October 1, 2021 10:28:04 AM HI Brad, Just getting back to you on my proposed replacement tree species. They are dogwood, willow, vine maple, and paper birch. .I also thought about magnolia -- there are a few on my street, but I'm not sure they are native to the PNW. I plan to select specific types which are 25' or less tall. Would these meet the criteria for replacement trees? Thanks, Lynn City of Edmonds Critical Areas Map gWeld Qd • • 828 � 705 j �y !'. Ta Moun:l.:• �' ��•J. Legend Creeks ❑ Seismic Hazard Areas Earth Subsidence and Landslide L! Minimum Buffer Adjacent to Hat Wetlands Wetlands Boundary Wetland Boundaries Not Completel ` A r p Wetland Known Extents Floodplains �• ® A ® AE r� ® VE X Contour Lines 10 720 ® 50, 100 • Landslide Hazard Area 40% ❑ Severe Erosion Hazard 15%-40% F. �. ❑ Erosion Hazard Areas 15%-40% ArcSDE.GIS.STREET_CENTERLINE: — <all other values, 1 1 �30 h 2 514 3,5 k 9;71;7;8 n a ���► 'r ���.��� -..:{:t 1:758 O Notes 0 63.15 126.3 Feet 1,128 94.0 This ma is a user generated static P� B output from an Internet mapping site and is for P pP f; reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, WGS_1984_Web _Mercator _Auxiliary -Sphere current, or otherwise reliable. © City of Edmonds THIS MAP IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION