1998_0810_packet - Laserfiche WebLink

Home

REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION DATE: 8/10/98 ITEM NO: F- Department Approval: Manager Reviewed: Agenda section: � 4 Reports and Recommendations r 111111: Item Description. Recommendation On Appeal of Tree Removal order y BACKGROUND Roseville City ordinance 706.07.F requires that homeowners must remove any tree that is deemed to he a health or safety hazard by the City Horticulturist as prescribed in 706.08.A. It is also prescribed that any homeowner may appeal this order under procedures described in 706.08.D. Mr. Gary Ruud, homeowner at 1032 Ruggles was notified that a tree in his yard was deemed to he dangerous because a previous branch had already fallen and the remaining portions of the tree display characteristics which the City's licensed inspector believes will likely result in having all or portions of the tray fall resulting in a dangerous situation for the homeowners and a nearby residence. Enclosed is the following information: Letter from City tree inspector requiring the removal of the tree, Letter of appeal from homeowner Background information. Recommendation from City Tree Board (Parks and Recreation ommi ss ion). POLICY OBJECTIVE The requested action is consistent with the City's Tree ordinance, accepted p rofessional practices and has been reviewed and approved by the city Attorney. FINANCIAL IMPLICATION None for the city. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Based on the recommendation of the city Tree Board, staff recommends that the resident of 1032 Ruggles, Ir. Gary Ruud, be notified that he has 30 days from August 11. 1998 to remove the designated dangerous tree from his property and if Mr. Ruud fails to comply within the 30 day period, the city will, within 10 days, order a licensed contractor to remove the tree and assess the costs to the property.