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PLANNING DIVISION
ROUTINE VEGETATION MANAGEMENT PERMIT
EVALUATION FORM & DECISION
DATE OF DECISION: September 1, 2023
PROJECT NUMBER: LUA23-000234, RVMP
PROJECT NAME: Winsper Division II, Tract B RVMP
PROJECT MANAGER: Brianna Burroughs, Associate Planner
APPLICANT: Jennifer Byroads
17404 Meridian E Suite F PMB 171 Puyallup WA 98375
OWNER: J&M Property Management
17404 Meridian E Suite F PMB 171 Puyallup WA 98375
CONTACT: Jennifer Byroads
17404 Meridian E Suite F PMB 171 Puyallup WA 98375
PROJECT LOCATION: 948576TR-B, near 3206 Wells Ave S (Parcel 9485760110)
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant, J&M Management, is requesting approval of a Routine Vegetation
Management Permit in order to remove one (1) dangerous tree in Tract B (APN 948576 TR-B). The subject vacant
property is “common property” for the Winsper II subdivision and is approximately 1.09 acres according to King
County records. An arborist report prepared by Terry Flatley was submitted with the project application
(Attachment A) that describes damage and risk posed to a neighboring residence by the trees in the common open
space tract. The neighboring property to the Southwest addressed at 3206 Wells Ave S (APN 9485760110) abuts
Tract B of the Winsper II subdivision and both properties are within the Residential-8 (R-8) zone. Tree #1 has a 10-
inch diameter at breast height (DBH) Black Cottonwood has a 30% lean into the back yard of the neighboring
property. According to Flatley, the risk rating is “HIGH” because of its severe lean, the targets, and the intermittent
presence of people. Three (3) other trees were also assessed at various levels of health and were recommended
monitoring by an arborist on a yearly basis.
CRITICAL AREA: None
EXPIRATION DATE: One (1) year from issuance
GENERAL REVIEW CRITERIA 4-9-195D4:
YES 1. The lot shall comply with minimum tree density requirements pursuant to RMC 4-4-130,
Tree Retention and Land Clearing Regulations.
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Staff Comments: The subject lot is a heavily-wooded common open space tract for the
Winsper Subdivision II approximately 1.09 acres in area and therefore, 30 tree credits would
be required. Removal of the subject tree, which is a 10-inch Black Cottonwood with a tree
credit value of five (5), would not bring the site below the required 30 tree credits.
YES 2. The land clearing and tree removal shall be consistent with restrictions for critical areas,
pursuant to RMC 4-4-130, Tree Retention and Land Clearing Regulations, and RMC 4-3-
050, Critical Areas Regulations.
Staff Comments: Not applicable. The subject lot is not mapped with applicable critical
areas.
YES 3. Removal of a landmark tree shall meet the review criteria for removal off landmark tree,
pursuant to RMC 4-4-130, Tree Retention and Land Clearing Regulations.
Staff Comments: Not Applicable. The Black Cottonwood tree proposed for removal is not
equal to or greater than 30 caliper inches and therefore is not a landmark tree.
YES 4. Street frontage and parking lot trees and landscaping shall be preserved unless otherwise
approved by the Administrator.
Staff Comments: The tree proposed for removal and trimming are not street frontage
landscaping or parking lot trees.
YES 5. The land clearing and tree removal shall not remove any landscaping or protected trees
required as part of a land development permit.
Staff Comments: Tract B of the Winsper Subdivision II is a tract that was set aside for
common open space and recreational use for the benefit of the property owners within the
subdivision. Maintaining the trees and vegetation within the tract is the responsibility of
the subdivision’s homeowners. As indicated in the arborist report, Tree #1 has become a
High-Risk Tree. While the tree proposed for removal was at one time a protected tree
associated with the common open space tract, it has become high risk and no longer can
be maintained. The tree can still provide a habitat function as a felled tree within the tract
left as large woody debris. Therefore, staff recommends as a condition of approval, that
Tree #1 shall be retained as large woody debris within the common open space tract
following its removal.
YES 6. The land clearing and tree removal shall maintain visual screening and buffering between
land uses of differing intensity, consistent with applicable landscaping and setback
provisions.
Staff Comments: The tree proposed for removal is not being used as visual screening or
buffering between land uses of differing intensities.
YES 7. The land clearing and tree removal shall not create or contribute to a hazardous condition,
such as increased potential for blowdown, pest infestation, disease, or other problems that
may result from selectively removing trees and other vegetation from a lot.
Staff Comments: According to the arborist report, Tree #1 is in poor condition and not
expected to improve over time. The subject tree poses an immediate risk of failure to
people and property at any time and therefore, the removal of the tree would reduce the
potential for a hazardous condition.
YES 8. The land clearing and tree removal shall be consistent with the requirement of the
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Shoreline Master Program, pursuant to RMC 4-3-090F1, Vegetation Conservation and
RMC 4-4-130, Tree Retention and Land Clearing Regulations.
Staff Comments: The proposal is not within a shoreline jurisdiction and does not conflict
with the Shoreline Master Program regulations. The proposal complies with the applicable
regulations found in RMC 4-4-130 Tree Retention and Land Clearing Regulations.
DECISION: The Winsper Division II, Tract B RVMP, LUA23-000234, RVMP is approved with conditions.
*CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The applicant shall follow all tree removal recommendations as set forth in the submitted arborist report
(Attachment A).
2. Tree #1 shall be retained as large woody debris within the common open space tract following its removal.
SIGNATURE & DATE OF DECISION:
________________________________________ ____________________________________ Matthew Herrera, Acting Planning Director Date
RECONSIDERATION: Within 14 days of the decision date, any party may request that the decision be reopened
by the approval body. The approval body may modify his decision if material evidence not readily discoverable
prior the original decision is found or if he finds there was misrepresentation of fact. After review of the
reconsideration request, if the approval body finds sufficient evidence to amend the original decision, there will
be no further extension of the appeal period. Any person wishing to take further action must file a formal
appeal within the 14-day appeal time frame.
APPEALS: Appeals of permit issuance must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on September 15, 2023. An
appeal of the decision must be filed within the 14-day appeal period (RCW 43.21.C.075(3); WAC 197-11-680). Appeals
must be submitted electronically to the City Clerk at cityclerk@rentonwa.gov or delivered to City Hall 1st floor
Lobby Hub Monday through Friday. The appeal fee, normally due at the time an appeal is submitted, will be
collected at a future date if your appeal is submitted electronically. The appeal submitted in person may be paid
on the first floor in our Finance Department. Appeals to the Hearing Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and
additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office,
cityclerk@rentonwa.gov.
EXPIRATION: The Routine Vegetation Management Permit shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance.
An extension may be granted by the Planning Division for a period of one year upon application by the property
owner or manager. Application for such an extension must be made at least thirty (30) days in advance of the
expiration of the original permit and shall include a statement of justification for the extension.
Attachment:
A. Arborist Report
cc: None
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ARBORIST REPORT
FOR J AND M MANAGEMENT COMPANY C/O BREZE REED AND WINSPER 1 HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Prepared by
Terrence J. Flatley
Forester/Certified Arborist
PN7272 AM
3206 WELLS AVENUE SOUTH/TRACT B
April 21,2023
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J and M Management Company C/O Breze Reed
For
Winsper Homeowners Associa=on
At
3206 Wells Avenue South and Parcel 948576 TR - B
Arborist Report
LOCATION OF PROPERTY
Tract B is an open space parcel (PID 948576 TR-B) behind the back yard at 3206 Wells Avenue
South. The parcel is near the NW 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Sec=on 29 within T23N, R5E, City of
Renton, County of King, State of Washington:
The tract is over one acre in size and heavily wooded with black co]onwood (Populus
trichocapra) and bigleaf maple (Acer macrophyllum) trees with an understory of Himalayan
blackberry and winterberry shrubs.
The four co]onwood trees in this report are located in the southwest corner of Tract B (blue
box, bo]om right of Figure 1 above).
METHODS
A visual tree inspec=on occurred on Friday, April 21, 2023. Tree number 1 was found along the
east property line, near the wood and la_ce fence, behind the property at 3206 Wells Avenue
Figure 1. Plat Map
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South. Tree numbers 2 through 4 were found north of tree number 1. All trees were between 12
feet and 20 feet east of the fence.
Trunk diameter was measured for each tree, condi=on noted and assigned a risk ra=ng for
observable roots, trunks and branches. Table 1 provides the summary of this informa=on.
TREES
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Tract B Co]onwood trees behind 3206 Wells Avenue S
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OBSERVATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Tree 1 (Tract B): This tree has heavy lean towards the property at 3206 Wells Avenue South,
hangs over the wood fence, backyard and could impact the house (targets). Overall, the tree is
in good growing condi=on at this =me. Rain, snow, wind or ice will have a nega=ve effect on this
tree. With age, the tree will become larger, bend more towards the targets and become heavier
increasing risk of failure.
Risk ra=ng is “HIGH” because of its severe lean, the targets and the intermi]ent presence of
people. Tree removal within the next 12 months or sooner is recommended. Follow-up
inspec=ons should occur following severe weather events un=l removal.
Tree 2 (Tract B): The condi=on ra=ng is 70% and would be rated higher except for its lean
towards the house at 3206 Wells Avenue South. It is reasonably healthy. Targets include the
wood fence, backyard items, the house and people.
Risk ra=ng is low/medium due to its lean. Annual inspec=on of this tree is strongly
recommended. Follow-up inspec=ons should occur following severe weather events.
Tree 3 (Tract B): The tree is s=ll alive but most of its upper por=on is missing. It does not impact
adjacent private property and risk is very low; if it fails some fallen debris might reach the wood
fence. Maintain the tree for wildlife habitat.
Table 1. Tree Inventory and Assessment
Tree No.Species Diameter at 4.5 Feet Condi7on Ra7ng*Risk Ra7ng
1 Black
co4onwood
10”30%
(30% lean into
back yard)
High
2 Black
co4onwood
18”70%
(15% lean towards
back yard)
Low/Medium
3 Black
co4onwood
9”0%
(Top broke out)
Very low
4 Black
co4onwood
17”90%
(Slight lean toward
3200 Wells Ave. S)
Low
*Condi=on ra=ng percentage: 0% = very poor; 100% = excellent
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Tree 4 (Tract B): Risk ra=ng for this tree is low, even though targets exist at both proper=es,
3206 and 3200 Wells Avenue South. However, it is in good condi=on and health at this =me.
Follow-up inspec=ons should occur following severe weather events.
CONCLUSIONS
Tree number 1 has a heavy lean into the adjacent private property. Because of this lean tree
removal is recommended as soon as possible. Tree number 2 has a moderate lean towards
private property but is further away from the wood fence. It is in good condi=on and should be
inspected annually and aier severe weather events. Tree 4 is in excellent condi=on; has a slight
lean and should be inspected following severe weather events.
The most healthiest trees can fail under severe weather condi=ons but represent a low risk of
failure under normal weather condi=ons. Tree 1 is recommended for removal because its
condi=on will worsen over =me and its severe lean could cause tree failure at any =me, even on
the calmest days.
For further informa=on please contact:
Terry Flatley, Cer=fied Arborist
PN7272A
tjflyfishing@me.com
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