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Home My WebLink About10 - Tree Reforestation - Maile Busby - 517 & 519 Fernleaf• (1) PB &R Commission Agenda Item No. 16 October 1, 2002 TO: FROM: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission General Services Director SUBJECT: Reforestation Request Recommendation To approve a reforestation request for 517 and 519 Fernleaf Avenue. History Ms. Maile Busby, the property owner of 519'/2 Fernleaf Avenue, has submitted the • attached Tree Reforestation Request Form pursuant to City Council Policy G -I (Retention or Removal of City Trees). Ms. Busby is requesting the reforestation of two City Pine trees adjacent to her residence. Staff has attached a Tree Inspection Report, Tree Appraisal, and photographs related to the request. Discussion The applicant has requested two tree removals under the Reforestation guidelines per the G -1 Policy. The applicant applied for the tree removals on May 8, 2002. The applicant did not have all of the Policy requirements completed at the time of application. The applicant has now completed all of the Policy requirements. She is representing the Home Owners Association of 517, 517'/2, 519, and 519'/2 Fernleaf Avenue. The applicant has provided a signed petition of at least 60% of the neighboring property owners within a one -block distance. Ms. Busby will assume the total cost of the removal and replacement of the two trees. Ms. Busby does not want the replacement trees to be planted in front of her property. The new replacement trees will be planted at a location to be determined by the City. • All requirements of the City Council Policy G -1 have been met and staff is recommending approval of the request. Ms. Maile Busby and the President of the Corona Del Mar Residents Association have received a copy of this report and a notice of the Commission meeting. Very respectfully, David E. Niederhaus Attachments: Ms. Maile Busby's letter dated June 25, 2002 Tree Removal Request Form Tree Inspection and Appraisal Report Petition to Remove Trees Photos Map F- -I L • • Maile Busby, Most in Charge 517 & 519 HOA 519 '/2 Femleaf avenue Corona del Mar, Ca 92625 949.673.4632 DATE: June 25, 200, 2002 RE: Petition to Remove Trees Dear Neighbors.... Our HOA consisting of four residences would like to remove the Pine Trees on the parkway in front of our property. We would prefer to not have any trees as we are experiencing trouble with tree roots depleting the soil and interfering with the sprinklers for the grass such that the grass continuously needs to be replaced. Additionally we would like the view of the magnificent Native California Sycamore at 515 Fernleaf opened up to view by everyone entering Fernleaf from PCH • We will pay to have 2- replacement tress planted within the city of Newport Beach. Numerous forms and discussions need to take place with the city to have this done, however the first requirement is that at least 60 % of our neighbors sign a petition agreeing to our request. Will you be so kind as to sign the attached? Thank You 517 & 519 HOA 11 P,� CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH General Services Department Tree Removal or Reforestation Request Per City Council G -1 Policy (Retention or Removal of City Trees), I am requesting the removal of: Indicate the number aT d speeie(s),(if known) of tree(s). Located at: is \'�) V please be specific as possible March 3, 2000 Request or Name /Address /Phone Private Property owner Community Associations i i� F4 iLG • General Services Department Public Works Department Other �L Date: Signature. -?NT, ' Section A For Tree Removal RequestL Only Removal Critcria (('fleck one or morel =Proven and repealed history (two or more occurrences within an 18 month period) of damaging public or *private sewers, water mains, roadways, sidewalks, curbs, walls, fences, underground utilities or foundations. ( *exceeding $500) Repeated history of significant interference with street or sidewalk drainage, despite specific treatment by the City to alleviate repeated damage. PDead Dying Has no prospect of recovery. Diseased Cannot be cured by current arboricultural methods. In advanced state of decline with no prospect of recovery. =Hazardous Defective, potential to fail, could cause damage to persons /property upon failure. Assessment by Urban Forester will identify structural defects, parts likely to fail, targets -if fails, procedures and actions to abate. . alleautification In conjwtclion with a City Council - approved City, commcrciai, neighborhood, Project or community association beautification program. If this is a Reforestation (Removal and Replacement Request of a City tree at homeowner's expense), please proceed to second page. QUALITY ORIGINAL (S) r. Alimirtiori B. For Reforestation RequaLl-011Y.- Reforestation is the systematic removal and replacement of problematic trees at requestor's expense that have been unresponsive to modifying treatments. (� As initiated by: Private property owner (� Community Association City Department h Other Check items applicable: Tree(s) causing curb, gutter, sidewalk or underground utilities damage. View encroachment Area has clearly defined contiguous boundaries that include the tree(s) proposed. Group application must include a signed petition of at least 60% of the property owners within the defined area. *Groups are defined as at least 10 properties in any given City area. =Application by a legally established Community Associations governed by CC &IYs. Requires notification prior to voting by Board, of affected property owners. (Individuals within an Association must petition through their respective associations.) �Individual property owner's rgstilu c accompanied by a signed petition of at least 60% of I- d' to ce in either direction from the CI the neighboring property owners within a one bloc is n reforestation site, as well as the written endorsement of the appropriate homeowners' This form does not replace the requirements of any of the City tree policies. Its use is intended to expedite ute tree removal or reforestation requests to ensure compliance with all City requirements. Please refer to individual Council Policy G -1 for additional I`nfon�u�ation. Requestor Clomments: eileld Inspection made: Emergency Removals Only: n r 5}147ynn °a'r r h" 41ba, 11 Forester: �.� 4yY ol9f 1 Z ' 4 1M*r I , ';`''atilt l Ty' `�; i t, Cily hiar {ager „i. � ^i'+1�i?`b •d't n en:,. .. • • TREE INSPECTION REPORT Applicant Name: Ms. Maile Busby Applicant(s) Address: 519%2 Fernleaf Avenue Location of Tree(s): 517 and 519 Fernleaf Avenue Phone Number: N/A Request: Remove two trees due to Reforestation, see attached Tree Removal Request Form Botanical Name: 1. Pinus halepensis 2. Pinus thunbergiana Common Name: 1. Aleppo pine 2. Japanese Black Pine Designated Street Tree: Magnolia grandifora `Russett' Estimated Value of Trees: $2574.09 Damage: N/A Parkway: Concrete Brick Turf Other Comments: The City trees are in good condition Inspected by: slit Date: September 9, 2002 Jo n Conway Recommendation: The applicant started the tree removal process in June 2002. However, the applicant lacked certain required items per the City Council Policy G -1, consequently, the delay. All G -1 Policy criteria has now been met. The applicant has provided a petition signed by at least 60% of the adjacent property owners within a one -block distance in either direction of the reforestation sites. Additionally, the applicant has agreed to pay for the cost of the removal and replacement of the two trees. Staff is therefoPF recoAnmending approval of the request. Reviewed by: JM1/U / Date: September 17, 2002 Lomeli 0 . � � F--q w ) � S° §& 2 - ■) k / §�§ y!® � ■§ _ e )\ k} �k \\ \ \ ( & Maile Busby, Most in Charge 517 & 519 HOA 519 '/z Fernleaf avenue Corona del Mar, Ca 92625 949.673.4632 DATE: June 25, 200, 2002 RE: Petition to Remove Trees TO: City of Newport Beach Please accept this petition for the removal of the Pine Trees located on the parkway in front of 517 & 519 Fernleaf Avenue, Comna del Mar. 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I have been delayed in responding to your letter as our staff has been dealing with various tree removals not only in your neighborhood, but in downtown Balboa as well. Your specific problem, loss of private view due to the growth of the City Special Trees planted in Cliff Drive Park, has been responded to by our City tree maintenance staff who utilized alternative tree trimming techniques to clear your view. As you correctly note, this is only a temporary respite, as the fast growing eucalyptus trees will again block your views. At that time, you have the option to fund further tree trimming by our City tree trimming contractor at a rate of $39 per tree. The major point of your letter, addressing the status of tall, older trees in the City as the trees grow naturally into numerous private view planes, is an issue that faces the City with an increasing frequency. You mentioned the necessity to revise the current City tree policy to facilitate City tree removals. In fact, there are two City policies that relate to view, which together present a quandary for the City in regards to the preservation of private views. I have taken the liberty of attaching copies of the two policies. Let me explain: a. The first City tree policy is G -1 (Retention and Removal of City Trees). It is an older City policy first initiated in 1966 and revised seven times, most recently in April 2002. As a result of considerable criticism from numerous residents that the Policy was too inflexible on tree removals or retention, the Policy underwent a major revision over an 18 -month • period (2000 -2001) in which 14 different interest groups and numerous individuals vied for the inclusion of their recommendations. The finished product, which represented a compromise to both those who oppose all City Hall • 3300 Newport Boulevard • Newport Beach, California 92663 -3884 September 30, 2002 Page 2 tree removals and those who wanted no tree removal restrictions, was approved by the City Council on February 22, 2000. It is in fact a more balanced policy than the previous tree policies allowing tree removals under a wider range of options. Most importantly, the City developed a "Reforestation" section for the Policy, which basically allows a property owner or organization the right to remove and replace a non - Special City tree at their expense. This addition has been the pressure relief for property owners who insist upon the removal of a City tree and has understandably led to a decrease in illegal tree removals. The Policy also contains a section related to Special Trees as well as an attachment listing specific Special Trees categorized as Landmark, Dedicated, and Neighborhood trees. The latter is the designation of a portion of the eucalyptus trees located in Cliff Drive Park that formerly blocked your view before City contractors trimmed them. b. The second City tree policy related to your stated interests is G -3 (Preservation of Views). As you will read, G -3 notes the City objective to maximize public and private view planes through proper landscape maintenance (trimming) except in the cases of Special Trees such as those in Cliff Drive Park. It should be noted, however, the current Council has repeatedly stated in public forum that private views are not guaranteed by the City. If you have followed the City actions in the Ficus tree removals in the Balboa area, you are may be aware that some members of the Council have questioned the flexibility of the G -1 tree policy as well. It is very likely that the policy will be subjected to a major review in the near future. I would invite you to participate in this process and will ensure that our staff places your name on a contact list. If I can provide further assistance in this matter please let me know. Sincerely, Homer L. Bludau City Manager cc: Mayor and City Council Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission General Services Director Attachments: Council Policy G -1 (Retention and Removal of City Trees) • Council Policy G -3 (Preservation of Views) G -1 RETENTION OR REMOVAL OF CITY TREES The purpose of this policy is to establish definitive standards for the retention, removal, maintenance, reforestation, and supplemental trimming of City trees. City trees are an important part of the character and charm of the entire City. Regular care, trimming, maintenance and programmed replacement are necessary to preserve this charm while at the same time protecting public and private property. SPECIAL CITY TREES It is the City s policy to retain City trees categorized as landmark, dedicated, or neighborhood trees, which contribute to and give character to an entire neighborhood. Landmark, dedicated, and neighborhood trees are identified on Attachment 1, and shall hereinafter be referred to as Special Trees. Trees within these categories shall be established, mapped, recorded and administered by the Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission ( "Commission "). • Special Trees shall be retained, unless there are overriding problems, such as death, disease, or the creation of a hazardous situation, which require their removal. Prior to consideration for removal of Special Trees, the General Services Director, or designee, shall prepare a report identifying and implementing specific treatment to retain the tree(s). If specific treatment is unsuccessful in retaining a tree(s) then a full report shall be made to the Commission before any further action considering removal is taken. Prior to any removal of Special Trees, the City must comply with the noticing provisions of the Removal of City Trees section set forth in this Policy, unless a tree is considered hazardous that necessitates an emergency removal. Any such removal requires the approval of the City Manager. • During normal sidewalk, curb, and street repair activity requiring root pruning, all steps shall be taken to retain Special Trees. If tree roots are to be pruned in association with sidewalk, curb, and gutter improvements, sufficient timing in advance must be planned to ensure that pruning will not destabilize or kill the tree. If both sides of a tree's roots are to be pruned, one side should be pruned 6 months to a year in advance of the other side depending upon the species and other related factors. If root pruning methods are not practical and /or critical to the health of the tree, then alternate or special hardscape improvements shall be installed by the City in order to retain the tree. All proposed root pruning shall be assessed by the Urban Forester. 1 G -1 t._ i ALL OTHER CITY TREES It is the City's policy to retain all other City trees unless removal is necessary for one of the following reasons: A. The City tree has had a proven and repeated history (defined as two or more occurrences within an 18 -month period) of damaging public or private sewers, water mains, roadways, sidewalks, curbs, walls, fences, underground utilities, or foundations based on City records or other competent and reliable authority despite specific treatment by the City to alleviate repeated damage. Water or sewer stoppage that results from tree roots and causes significant documented private property damage (greater than $500) shall be sufficient criterion for tree removal. Regular drain or pipe clearing shall not constitute such damage, nor shall damage attributed to a failure by the property owner to perform such preventive maintenance. B. The City tree has had a repeated history (defined as two or more occurrences within an 18 -month period) of significant interference with street or sidewalk drainage, despite specific treatment by the City to alleviate repeated damage. C. The City tree is dead, diseased, dying, or hazardous, and presents a significant liability to the City. Diseased trees are defined as those trees that cannot be cured by current arboricultural methods, are in an advanced state of decline, and have no prospect of recovery. Dying trees are those that have no prospect of recovery. Hazardous trees are defined as those that are defective, have a potential to fail, and would cause damage to persons and property upon failure. The Urban Forester will perform a hazard assessment whenever a tree is identified as hazardous. The assessment will identify: structural defects of the tree, parts of the tree most likely to fail, targets where imminent personal injury or property damage may result with tree failure, and procedures or actions necessary to abate the hazard. D. The tree(s) have been requested to be removed in conjunction with a City Council- approved City, commercial, neighborhood, or community association beautification program. E. The City Manager, upon the advice of the Risk Manager or Traffic Engineer, shall have the authority to remove trees to resolve claims or safety issues. • 7 0 G -1 REMOVAL OF CITY TREES The initiation to remove any City tree may be made by the General Services Department, Public Works Department, a legally established community association, or a private property owner by making application to the General Services Director. After receipt of the application a tree inspection report shall be prepared by the City's Urban Forester (Attachment 2) to determine if the tree(s) meets the criteria outlined in the above All Other City Trees section for consideration for removal. Simultaneously, the Urban Forester shall provide a notice of the proposed tree removal to the affected property owner, the owners immediately adjacent to the applicant's property, and the appropriate community association if applicable, (not applicable to the emergency removal of hazardous trees with trees under Item C above). The Urban Forester shall determine whether in his /her judgment additional specific treatment can be initiated to retain the tree. If a tree(s) is to be removed, the tree(s) will be posted at least 30 days prior to the removal with a sign notifying the public that they have the right of appeal. The sign shall also note a staff contact. Once a recommendation is made by the Urban • Forester and the Park and Tree Superintendent to the General Services Director and the General Services Director or designee concurs, then the applicant, the adjoining owners, and the community association, if applicable, shall be notified of the decision to remove or retain the tree within 30 days of the proposed removal. The General Services Director, or his designee, shall report at a regularly scheduled PB &R Commission meeting of all trees recommended for removal using the Trees Division Activities Report, except for those trees categorized in Paragraph C in the preceding section on All Other City Trees. An applicant, an adjoining property owner, or any interested party may appeal the decision of the General Services Director to the Commission. The Commission, in considering any appeal, shall determine whether the removal meets the criteria outlined in this Policy, as well as any unique factors which may be pertinent to the removal or retention of tree(s). The decision of the Commission will be considered final unless called up by at least one Councilmember or the City Manager. The General Services Department will delay any tree removal(s) for at least 14 calendar days following the date of the Commission decision in order to allow time for a Councilmember or the City Manager to call the item. • The City will endeavor to replace all trees removed in accordance with the All Other City Trees removal criteria. Replacement trees will be a minimum of a 24" boxed size. a a' REFORESTATION OF CITY TREES The concept of systematically replacing trees which are creating hardscape and/ or view problems and cannot be properly trimmed, pruned or modified to alleviate the problems they create, or those which have reached their full life and are declining in health, is referred to as reforestation. It is recognized and acknowledged that City trees were planted many years ago and in some cases were planted with specific species that when fully mature cause damage to curb, gutter, sidewalk or underground utilities. In certain neighborhoods, City street trees may encroach into blue water views from public and private property depending on the length of time since the trees were last trimmed, or the age and height of the trees. Arborists continue to develop lists of tree species which will grow in restricted parkway areas without causing significant damage to curb, gutter, sidewalk, utilities or views. As a City which understands the importance of trees and the beauty they bring to a community, the City desires to continually improve the urban forest through reforestation. In areas where City trees have been removed through City initiation, the t City should expeditiously replace them with the appropriate designated City tree. Reforestation may also be initiated by residents utilizing the process outlined below. Individual private property owners, as well as community associations, may apply for single or multiple tree reforestation in their respective area by submitting a request to the General Services Director for consideration by the Commission that meets the following requirements: A. The proposed area must have clearly defined contiguous boundaries that include the tree(s) proposed for removal and replacement, street address(es), block number(s), or other geographical information. This section applies to individual and group requests. B. Residential communities, neighborhoods or business organizations must submit a petition signed by a minimum of 60% of the property owners within the area defined for reforestation. A neighborhood is defined for the purposes of this policy as ten or more homes in any given area of the City. As an alternative, m 0 G -1 areas represented by a legally established community association empowered with CC &R's, may submit a resolution of the Board of Directors formally requesting a reforestation with a statement that all members of the community association having their residential views affected, have been officially notified and given an appropriate opportunity to respond before the Board voted on the request. Individual private property owners living within a legally established community association area empowered with CC &R's must petition for reforestation through their respective association. C. Individual private property owners not residing within a CC &R based community association area may submit individual requests for single or multiple tree reforestation. The applicant must submit a petition signed by a minimum of 60% of the residents within a one block distance in either direction from the reforestation site as well as the endorsement of the appropriate homeowners' association, if aplicable. D. A written agreement must be submitted by the petitioning sponsor (individual • private property owners or group) to pay 100° of the costs of the removal and replacement of the public trees in advance of any removal activity. The actual removal and replanting will be coordinated by the General Services Department. The total costs shall include only the contractor's removal and replacement costs and be paid in advance of any removal actions. • E. The replacement tree(s) for reforestation shall be the designated street tree(s) as prescribed by City Council Policy G -6, or the organization must request and obtain approval from the Commission of the designation of a different tree species prior to submitting any reforestation request. This section applies to individual or group requests. F. There shall be a minimum of a one - for -one replacement of all trees removed in reforestation projects. Replacement trees shall be a minimum size of 36" boxed trees, unless the parkway space will only accommodate a 24" boxed tree. If there is not room for the replacement tree within a specific site as prescribed by City Council Policy G -6, then the replacement tree shall be planted in the same neighborhood. This section applies to individual or group requests. The decision of the Commission on reforestation requests will be considered final unless called up by at least one Councilmember or the City Manager. 5 G -1 I The City shall require the proper care and watering of replacement trees to ensure their proper growth and development as outlined in City Council Policy G -6. Furthermore, no person shall tamper with replacement trees in violation of Section 13.08.040 of the Municipal Code. All encroachment permits (permits for private property development which has encroached upon the City right of way) that involve the removal or replacement of City trees must be specifically noticed by the property owner to City staff prior to the building and /or demo permit process whenever possible. The proposed construction plans must indicate preservation of existing City trees wherever possible (exempt: dead, dying, or in an advanced state of decline). If the proposed development, as deemed by the General Services Director, requires removal of City trees, the property owner may submit a reforestation request and shall pay all related removal and replacement costs as indicated in the previous paragraphs. TREE TRIMMING STANDARDS /SUPPLEMENTAL TRIMMING The City Council has adopted tree trimming cycles for trees of different ages and • species. The current tree trimming cycles and trimming standards represent the maximum feasible frequency and extent of trimming given current fiscal conditions. Except as provided in this Section, trimming shall be in accordance with the standards of the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA). The City will consider, and as a general rule approve, requests to trim certain trees more frequently or to trim trees consistent with practices applied prior to the adoption of ISA standards (to enhance public and private views, preserve required sight /distance standards, or other public purposes) which are submitted by affected residents or the board of a legally established community association and the request is accompanied by a completed "Supplemental Tree Trimming Form' and full payment. However, since these practices often require 'topping' or severe disfiguring of a tree and are often aesthetically displeasing and injurious to a tree, reforestation shall be considered once this practice has occurred more than twice within a one year period. The General Services Director shall establish procedures to implement the supplemental trimming provisions of this Policy. An approval must be obtained from a legally established association by the requestor in areas with an active homeowners' association. • 6 n u [Attachment 1- Preservation of Special Trees] [Attachment 2- Tree Inspection Report] Adopted - May 9,1966 Amended - August 14,1967 Amended - November 9,1976 Amended - November 12,1985 Amended - November 28,1988 Amended - March 14,1994 Formerly I -9 • • Amended - April 11, 1994 Amended - February 26,1996 Amended - July 14,1997 Amended (Administratively) - November 24,1997 Amended - August 10, 1998 Amended - February 22, 2000 G -1 7 PRESERVATION OF SPECIAL TREES lIWIRN]Z�:1_� I G -1 TREES Balboa Library Eucalyptus globulus Balboa Library Phoenix canariensis West Jetty (near Historical Marker) Phoenix canariensis Dover Drive at Westcliff Liquidambar styraciflua 400 block Poinsettia Eucalyptus corynocalyx Ocean Blvd. Corona del Mar Phoneix canariensis Westcliff & Dover (Groves) Eucalyptus globulus Main Street (between East Bay Ficus nitida Ave. and Balboa Blvd.) DEDICATED TREES No. Mariners Park (Marcie Schrouder) Pinus radiata Mariners Park (Frank Tallman) Pinus radiata No. City Hall grounds (Billy Covert) Ficus benjamina City Hall grounds (Walter Knott) Pinus halepensis City Hall grounds (Calif. Bicentennial) Pinus halepensis Las Arenas Park (Ed Healy) Melaleuca linarifolia Mariners Park (Isy Pease) Pinus halepensis City Hall grounds (U.S. Bicentennial Freedom Tree) Harpephyllum caffrum Buffalo Hills Park (Bahia Community Earth Day Celebration) Erythrina caffra Peninsula Park (Gray Lunde Memorial Tree) Chamaerops humilis Cliff Drive Park Quercus agrifolia (Gary Lovell) Begonia Park Prunus cerasifera (Cheryl Bailey Ringwald) Castaways Park Quercus agrifolia (Jan Vandersloot) Qean Watt) Peninsula Park Ravenea rivularis (Don Perdue) Grant Howald Park Metrosideros excelsus 1 (Pete Munro) 2 (Mark Munro) Attachment 1 Attachment 1 k f G -1 DEDICATED Bob Henry Park Ficus Rubiginosa TREES (contd.) (Bob Henry) . r Cliff Drive Park Quercus agrifolia (Dr. Jan Vandersloot) Veterans Park Lagenstroemia (Rosemary Rae Hill Hansen) indica faueri Mariners Park Stenocarpus (N. Beach Sunrise Rotary Club) sinuatus (Christopher & Marisha Thompson) Pinus eldarica (Meghan & Camielle Thompson) Pinus eldarica West Newport Park Spathodea campanulata (Brownie Girl Scout Troop 2072) Buffalo Hills Park Stenocarpus sinuatus (N. Beach Sunrise Rotary Club) Castaways Park Quercus agrifolia (Nancy & Jack Skinner) (Bob & Susan Caustin) • Bayside Park Pyrus calleryana (Newport - Irvine Rotary Club) Castaways Park Quercus agrifolia (Eva Victoria Najera) Begonia Park Bauhinia blakeana (Dr. Leo V. Turgeon) L Street Park Cassis leptophylla (Tim Van Ostenbridge) Castaways Park Platanus racemosa (John D. Woodruff) Grant Howald Park Cassis leptophylla (Jean & Coalson Morris) Old School Park Cassis leptophylla (Jean & Coalson Morris) Mariners Park Bauhinia variegata (Sierra Beth) Cliff Drive Park Cassis leptophylla (Frances P. Hemenway) Grant Howard Park Hymenosporum flavum (Skipper Mark Howes) • Attachment 1 k f G -1 NEIGHBORHOOD TREES Parkway in Shorecliffs Erythrina caffra Marguerite Avenue Phoenix canariensis Goldenrod Avenue Washington robusta Dover Drive (Mariners to Irvine) Eucalyptus globulus 15th Street (Newport Heights) Eucalyptus cladocalyx Irvine Avenue Median Eucalyptus globulus Holiday between Irvine & Tustin Eucalyptus globulus Along Avon Avenue Eucalyptus globulus Via Lido Bridge Eucalyptus globulus Marine Avenue (Balboa Island) Eucalyptus rudis Seaview Avenue (Corona del Mar) Pinus radiata Poppy Avenue (Corona del Mar) Eucalyptus rudis Heliotrope Avenue (Corona del Mar) Pinus radiata Candlestick Lane, etc. (Baycrest) Eucalyptus citriodora Commodore Eucalyptus citriodora Starlight Eucalyptus citriodora Glenwood Eucalyptus citriodora Candlestick Eucalyptus citriodora Sandalwood Eucalyptus citriodora Adopted - May 9,1966 Amended - November 9,1976 Amended - November 28,1988 Amended - October, 1993 Amended - July 14,1997 Amended - January 25,1999 Amended - February 22, 2000 Amended - April 23, 2002 Attachment 1 0 • • Attachment 2 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT TREE INSPECTION REPORT Name Address Phone Number Request Botanical Name Common Name Designated Street Tree Estimated Tree Value_ Damage Parkway: Concrete Brick _Turf _Other Comments Inspected by Date Recommendation Reviewed by Date G -1 1 G -3 PRESERVATION OF VIEWS The purpose of this policy is to identify the importance of views lost to excessive plant growth. The objectives of this policy are to: A. Preserve and promote the aesthetic and environmental benefits provided by trees and the preservation of views of the surrounding locale, recognizing views can be enhanced and framed by properly maintained trees. B. By example, City will endeavor to maintain all City-owned plants in a manner to maximize public and private view planes. Exceptions can be trees that in themselves enhance either the overall beauty of the area or are included in Preservation of Special Trees list of Council Policy G -1 (Retention or Removal of City Trees). Special requests for view trimming of City trees shall not be honored to protect the tree trimming cycle /schedule unless deemed necessary by the General Services Director or the resident complies with the provisions of the Tree Trimming Standards /Supplemental Trimming section of Council Policy G -1. In an effort to preserve views in the 200 blocks of Carnation, Jasmine, Larkspur, Marigold, and Orchid Avenues, the planting of parkway trees is prohibited. Definitions to clarify this policy are: A. Unreasonable Obstruction of View. A tree, shrub, hedge or other vegetation should be maintained on public property in the City in such a manner as to not unreasonably obstruct the view from other property. B. Views. "View" means a range of sight including pleasing vistas or prospects or scenes. Views include, but are not limited to, the sight of geologic features, bays, oceans, skylines, bridges and parks. Adopted - July 22,1991 Amended -January 24,1994 Amended - March 14, 2000 Formerly I -12