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HomeMy WebLinkAboutArborist ReportArsen Margossian, M.S., Certified Consulting Arborist (#WE -7233A) Member, American Society of Consulting Arborists (ASCA) Member, International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) & Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) bardez ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified (TRAQ) landscape California Licensed Pest Control Adviser (#71429) & California Licensed Forestry services. Inc Pesticide Applicator (#121525) California Licensed Contractor (#874409) 3512 Rosemary Ave., Glendale, CA 91208 818 957 7175, 818 957 1490 fax, 818 669 6469 mobile, arsenm(a),pacbell.net July 17, 2018 } _ Mr. David K. Mozilo 82 Woodland Ln Arcadia, CA 91006 "I-�. Re: Tree Assessment. 82 Woodland Ln., Arcadia, CA 91006 Dear Mr. Mozilo: At your request, I visited your residential property as referenced above, on July 14, 2018, to assess the condition of a Western sycamore (Platanus racemosa) tree, that had its crown reduced drastically in early April of this year. Tree Evaluation As observed, the Western sycamore tree is one of two trees on site, located very close to the driveway, on its west side and along Hacienda Dr. It has a DBH (Diameter at Breast Height or at 54 inches from grade) of 24.5 inches, and an estimated height of 40 feet. The single trunk has a slight southward lean, which has been topped and the main _saarrofa orancnes nay he resulting spread RECkr-. A Google street view be estimated to be at JUL 1 S LUIr: Planning Services City of Arcadia ,e been cut back at a distance of five to 12 feet from the trunk. Df the canopy is about 20-25 feet. `rom December 2017 shows that the tree's overall height can out 55 feet, and the canopy spread to be about 35 feet (this Continued... Page 2 of 4 indicates that over the years, the tree's crown has been reduced regularly.) Overall the tree looks in acceptable condition, with very minor dieback; only two small branches almost at the top of the tree show discolored leaves. There is new foliage in the entire crown, with good dark green color and normal size. No exudates are observed on the tree trunk or branches. There are two or three old small decay cavities on some branches, which are common on these trees, and could cause branch drop. Since the tree has lost a substantial volume of live tissue, it is necessary that it be watered regularly, to compensate for that loss. And as the new emerging shoots start growing, correctional pruning must be performed in the coming years, to allow to the tree to regain some of its lost crown. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me. Very Truly Yours, Arsen Margossian Continued... ,, , , ,� *„ �� r� .. ±; � `r;. � r��, �; . . �^, ��`.. e �7 �� Jlro]�TtRi; +v ^Y" 9O!' t Page 4 of 4 The tree as seen on July 14, 2018. PROTECTED TREE REPORT FOR A PROPERTY AT 82 WOODLAND LANE ARCADIA, CA 91006 (APN: 5770-005-001) Prepared for: Mr. David K. Mozilo 82 Woodland Ln. Arcadia, CA 91006 dkmozi@icloud.com July 17, 2018 Prepared by: Arsen Margossian, Consulting Arborist Bardez Landscape Services, Inc. ISA Certified Arborist (# WE -7233A) Member, American Society of Consulting Arborists (ASCA) ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified (TRAQ) California Licensed Pest Control Adviser (#071429) 3512 Rosemary Avenue Glendale, CA 91208 818 669 6469-- arsenm@pacbell.net RECEIVE © Copyright Arsen Margossian, Consulting (Arborist, 201,E 1 g 2018 Planning ServiceS City of Arcadia Table of Contents Summary...............................................................................................1 Introduction............................................................................................2 Background.............................................................................2 Assignment............................................................................. 2 Limits of the Assignment...........................................................................2 Purpose and Use of the Report ......................................................2 Observations.......................................................................................... 3 General Site Observations............................................................3 TreeEvaluation.................................................................................3 Appraisal Calculations..............................................................................4 Appendix I: Photographs...........................................................................6 Appendix II: Site Plan.............................................................................10 Bibliography.........................................................................................11 Assumptions and Limiting Conditions.........................................................12 Certificate of Performance.......................................................................13 Copies of Licenses................................................................................14 Protected Tree Report 82 Woodland Ln., Arcadia, CA SUMMARY July 17, 2018 I was contacted by Mr. David K. Mozilo, owner of a residential property located at 82 Woodland Ln., in Arcadia, CA, to appraise a protected tree that has been cut down recently. According to my calculations, based on the gth edition of the Guide for Plant Appraisal by the Council of Tree & Landscape Appraisers, the appraised value of the tree is $ 4,800.00 Arsen Margossian, Consulting Arborist Page 1 Protected Tree Report July 17, 2018 82 Woodland Ln., Arcadia, CA INTRODUCTION Background Mr. David K. Mozilo requested that I prepare a tree report, to appraise the monetary value of a coast redwood tree. The reason for the tree report is because of its size, the redwood tree is a City of Arcadia protected tree and it was cut down on July 07, 2018. After discussing my fees, I agreed to examine the stump of the tree, and write a report of my findings. Assignment I agreed to appraise the value of the tree, based on my observations on July 14, 2018. Limits of the Assignment This report and the observations included herein are based on my visit to the site on July 14, 2018. The inspection and evaluation were limited to visual examination of accessible items without dissection, probing or coring. There is no warranty or guarantee, expressed or implied, that problems or deficiencies of the tree or property in question may not arise in the future. Purpose and Use of the Report The purpose of this report is to appraise the monetary value of the coast redwood tree. Mr. Mozilo indicated that he was not aware that because of its size, the tree was a City of Arcadia protected tree. The tree was cut down without first obtaining a removal permit and as a result, the City of Arcadia had requested that he retain a Certified Arborist, to appraise its value. This report is intended for the exclusive use of Mr. Mozilo, the legal owner of the property. Upon submission, this report will become Mr. Mozilo's property; therefore, its use will be at his discretion. Arsen Margossian, Consulting Arborist Page 2 Protected Tree Report July 17, 2018 82 Woodland Ln., Arcadia, CA OBSERVATIONS General Site Observations The property address is 82 Woodland Lane, in Arcadia, County of Los Angeles, California. The Assessor's Parcel Number (APN) is 5770-005-001. The lot is located at the west corner of Woodland Ln. and Hacienda Dr. Access to the area is via the Foothill Freeway (210), off from Santa Anita Ave exit. The lot is almost rectangular in shape, on flat grade and in the east -west direction. On the day of my visit, the existing single-family dwelling had been undergoing renovation. As observed, there are eight mature native coast live oak (Quercus agrifolia) trees, two native sycamore (Platanus racemosa) trees, and other trees, which because of their trunk size or diameter at breast height (DBH) of more than 12 inches, are also considered protected trees. Tree Evaluation. The tree that was cut down on July 7, 2018, is a coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) tree. All that is left of the tree is the stump, cut at about one foot above grade. The tree was located not far from the street, on the east side of the driveway, which is on Hacienda Dr. There is another multi -stem coast redwood tree on site, located at the corner of Woodland Ln. and Hacienda Dr. That tree has an approximate height of 70 feet. A Google street view from December 2017 shows that the tree that was cut down had almost similar height. Using a Lufkin diameter tape, I measured the circumference of the stump at right below the cut, and it came to 42 inches. However, that stump is irregular in shape, and, measuring the cross-section of the stump with a Stanley measuring tape, the average diameter of the stump came to 34 inches at one foot above grade. Arsen Margossian, Consulting Arborist Page 3 Protected Tree Report July 17, 2018 82 Woodland Ln., Arcadia, CA From the leftover stump, it is clear that the tree had no decay at its trunk base; however, because of changing weather patterns in the last years, many of these trees even died, because they are not adapted to the hot weather and the resulting drought. Accordingly, the condition of the tree will be considered as average in our appraisal calculations. I was fortunate also to notice that the adjacent property, right on the west side, at 1320 Ramona Rd., also had a coast redwood tree, also located towards the street, on Hacienda Dr. I measured the lower trunk at a foot above grade, and it too had 42 inches diameter. And measuring at 54 inches above grade, the DBH of this tree was 34 inches. From the above observations and measurements, I can conclude that the cut down tree had a DBH of 34 inches, since it was located in turf and grew in normal weather conditions for a long portion of its life. Most probably, the three coast redwood trees were planted at the same time, because all three had the same height too. APPRAISAL CALCULATIONS. To appraise the value of the tree, I will be using the 9"' edition of the Guide for Plant Appraisal, by the Council of Tree & Landscape Appraisers. To determine the value of the tree, I will be using the Trunk Formula Method, since the tree is not of replaceable size (i.e. a similar size tree could not be purchased from a nursery). The Basic Tree Cost is adjusted according to Species of the tree, its physical Condition, and its landscape Location (Site, Contribution and Placement) to obtain the Appraised Value of the tree. The acceptable method for replacing plants in a region is determined by the Regional Plant Appraisal Committee. In this case, I will be using the Species Classification And Group Assignment , the Regional Supplement prepared by the Western Chapter of International Society of Arboriculture. As indicated above, the DBH of the tree will be considered to be 34 inches. The condition of the tree, compared to the other two trees nearby will be considered as average (60%), since a scaffold branch had failed recently according to the owner. And as to benefits from the tree's location, it actually provided only some shade in the morning hours over the driveway, because the tree's crown is almost conical and the canopy spread is quite limited. Arsen Margossian, Consulting Arborist Page 4 Protected Tree Report 82 Woodland Ln., Arcadia, CA Appraisal of the Tree Field Observations Species: Coast Redwood tree (Sequoia sempervirens) Condition: 60% July 17, 2018 3. Trunk Diameter: 34 in. 4. Location % _ [Site 35% + Contribution 35% + Placement 35%]/3 = 35% Regional Plant Appraisal Committee Information. 5. Species rating 30% 6. Replacement Tree Size (diameter) 34 inches (Trunk Area) 907.5 inches squared 7. Unit Tree Cost $ 84.00 per inches squared (see Western Chapter ISA Species Classification and Group Assignment Supplement, 2004.) 8. Appraised Trunk Area (ATA): (34 x 34 x 3.14) / 4 = 907.5 inches squared 9. Basic Tree Cost = ATA 907.5 inches squared X Unit Tree Cost (#7) $ 84.00 per inches squared = $ 76,230.00 10. Appraised Value = Basic Tree Cost (#9) $76,230.00 X Species rating (#5) 30% X Condition (#2) 60% X Location (#4) 35% _ $ 4.802.49 11. If the Appraised Value is $5,000 or more, round it to the nearest $100; if it is less, round it to the nearest $10. 12. Appraised Value = $ 4,800.00 Conclusion Since Mr. Mozilo was given by the City of Arcadia the option of planting two mitigation trees on site, it is my professional opinion that there is ample room in the front yard area to plant two 24" box size coast live oak (Quercus agrifolia) trees. The latter are more adapted to the Southern California weather, compared to the coast redwood trees. Arsen Margossian, Consulting Arborist Page 5 Protected Tree Report 82 Woodland Ln., Arcadia, CA Appendix I July 17, 2018 View of the tree seen from Hermosa Dr. (Copyright Google, December 2017) Arsen Margossian, Consulting Arborist Page 6 Kms' J Y.• � Jt�: t V.. fir. f fie. J t e J'y+�.Yt S !� • c z;�.�F �� y r. _ f l t l P� 0 Protected Tree Report 82 Woodland Ln., Arcadia, CA Appendix II SITE PLAN (See Attached) July 17, 2018 Arsen Margossian, Consulting Arborist Page 10 Protected Tree Report 82 Woodland Ln.. Arcadia. CA Bibliography July 17, 2018 1. Council of Tree and Landscape Appraisers (CTLA). 2000. Guide for Plant Appraisal (9'h Edition). International Society of Arboriculture, Champaign, IL. 143 pp. 2. Western Chapter International Society of Arboriculture. 2004. Species Classification And Group Assignment "A Regional Supplement to CTLA Guide for Plant Appraisal, gth Edition". 37 pp. Arsen Margossian, Consulting Arborist Page 11 Protected Tree Report 82 Woodland Ln., Arcadia, CA Assumptions and Limiting Conditions July 17, 2018 This arborist report and any values expressed herein represent my personal opinion and my fee is in no way contingent upon the reporting of a specified value, a stipulated result, the occurrence of a subsequent event, nor upon any finding to be reported. The information contained in this report covers only those items that were examined and reflects the condition of those items at the time of inspection. I certify that I have no personal interest in or bias with respect to the subject matter of this report. I have inspected the subject tree stump, and to my knowledge and belief, all statements and information in this report are true and correct. This arborist report was performed entirely at ground level. The inspection and evaluation of the tree were limited to visual examination of accessible items without dissection, probing or coring. There is no warranty or guarantee, expressed or implied, that problems or deficiencies of the tree or property in question may not arise in the future. Arsen Margossian, Consulting Arborist Page 12 Protected Tree Report July 17, 2018 82 Woodland Ln., Arcadia, CA Certification of Performance I, Arsen Margossian, certify: • That I have personally inspected the tree stump and/or property referred to in the report and have stated my findings accurately. The extent of the evaluation is stated in the attached report and the Terms of Assignment; • That I have no current or prospective interest in the vegetation on the property that is the subject of this report and have no personal interest or bias with respect to the parties involved; • That the analysis, opinions and conclusions stated herein are my own and are based on current scientific procedures and facts; • That my analysis, opinions and conclusions were developed and this report has been prepared according to commonly accepted arboricultural practices; • That no one provided significant professional assistance to me, except as indicated within the report; • That my compensation is not contingent upon the reporting of a predetermined conclusion that favors the cause of the client or any other party nor upon the results if the assignment, the attainment of stipulated results, or the occurrence of any subsequent events. I further certify that I am a member in good standing of the American Society of Consulting Arborists (ASCA), International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA). I am an ISA Certified Arborist (#WE -7233A), an ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified (TRAQ) and California Licensed Pest Control Adviser (#71429) and California Licensed Forestry Pesticide Applicator (#121525). Signed: Date: July 17, 2018 Arsen Margossian, Consulting Arborist Page 13 Protected Tree Report 82 Woodland Ln., Arcadia, CA July 17, 2018 Copies of Licenses Ai9RMBI ._ . V/E-TIl9A MG�fY1MY.1� HMaW sAfti xr�.�ur.f aYm1 aKFM P1gF4ff%AfNn p* G 1��$I1L/l��1/ PCAs .PfnnffVd.PfIN19P19�AfpX IIGENBEN:71429 EXPIRES: 1VXI 19 C9".1 AS IafuM 1/,=,a ARSEN MARGOSSIAN 3512ROSEMARYAVE GI.ENOALE. 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