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I'. 10/23/1 g96 06:12 6127544836 VERNIX FORESTRY PAGE 05 I- ---..-.. .,,- I I VERN'X FORESTRY CONSULTANTS I October 22, 1996 I Jim Clairmont Homes by James I 8381 Groveland Court Mounds View, MN 55122 I Dear Jim, Ie As requested, I reviewed the trees at 1417 Forest Lane in Arden Hills and prepared a tree protection plan. This plan was created with the intent to minimize tree loss and damage from construction activities. Enclosed please find a tree tally listing each tree numbered I to correspond to the survey supplied. All trees noted on the survey were numbered and each reviewed to identify species, size and condition. There are smaller trees on the lot not noted on the survey supplied. In an effort to maintain consistency and minimize I confusion, these trees are not included in this report. To determine the best construction plan maximizing tree survival, each trees general health along with its size and species I must be noted. The proposed house pad and grade plan conform to the previ9us survey~lans. The I original survey identifies 6 trees for removal in the house pad area. In addition, I also recommend removal of tree numbered 10 and trimming of overhanging branches on tree numbered 22. I Tree numbered 10 is a large white oak with a significant trunk lean over the proposed house pad and large dead branches in the canopy. Combining its current condition, I location to the house, and root disturbances during construction this tree will be render a potential physical hazard to the homeowner. Removal is therefore strongly recommended. I The limb overhanging the house pad on tree number 22, is recommended to be trimmed to the next lateral branch union. To minimize the introduction of oak wilt to the site, treat the wound with a tree wound dressing within 8 hours of cutting the branch. The original it survey calls for both a silt fence and snow fencing around the construction work areas. In my opinion, silt fencing would adequately define the proposed work space and tree protection areas. I It is my understanding that the proposed driveway location on the west end of the house at an 18% slope is not acceptable to the future homeowners. I was asked to review possible