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PLANNING DIVISION
ROUTINE VEGETATION MANAGEMENT
PERMIT AND CERTIFICATE OF EXEMPTION
FROM CRITICAL AREA REGULATIONS
EVALUATION FORM & DECISION
DATE OF DECISION: November 13, 2024
PROJECT NUMBER: LUA24-000319, RVMP, CAE
PROJECT NAME: Bella Vista Tree Removal and CAE
PROJECT MANAGER: Ashley Wragge, Assistant Planner
APPLICANT/CONTACT: Laci Young
6412 S 900 E, Suite 200, Murray, UT 84121
OWNER: Alexa Young
Bella Vista
2100 Lake Washington Blvd N, Renton, WA 98056
PROJECT LOCATION: 2100 Lake Washington Blvd N, Renton, WA 98056 (APN 2296500200)
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant, Laci Young, is requesting a Routine Vegetation
Management Permit (RVMP) to remove two (2) black cottonwoods (Populus trichocarpa) located at
2100 Lake Washington Blvd N (APN 2296500200). The subject property is approximately 515,253
square feet (11.83 acres) and located within the Residential Multi-Family (RMF) and the City Center
Community Planning Area. According to the City of Renton (COR) Maps, a moderate landslide hazard
area, regulated slopes, and the Well 5A Wellhead Protection Area Zone 2 are mapped on the project
site. Geologically hazardous areas, such as a steep slope, require a Critical Areas Exemption. A
geotechnical report was waived following a site visit by staff due to the slope not impacting Tree 2
and for Tree 1, the slope does not have a steep grade for a long distance making the concern for a
geologically unstable slope for a tree removal minimal.
An Arborist Report, prepared by A Plus Tree, LLC, dated September 16, 2024 (Attachment A), was
submitted with the application. In the report, the IAS Certified Arborist (Daniel Potts) proposed the
removal of two (2) hillside trees labeled “Tree 1” and “Tree 2.” Tree 1 is a black cottonwood (Populus
trichocarpa) that is thirty-eight inches (38”) in diameter at breast height (dbh) and approximately one
hundred feet (100’) in height. According to the report, Tree 1 has a significant lean towards the
building, is exposed to wind coming from the typical prevailing wind direction, has very little roots on
the tension side of the lean, and is on a slope with an angle of repose that is susceptible to erosion
and earth movement. Tree 2 is a black cottonwood (Populus trichocarpa) that is sixteen inches (16”)
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in diameter at breast height (dbh) and approximately seventy-five feet (75’) tall. According to the
report, Tree 2 has already failed approximately forty feet (40’) up the stem and is suspended in the
trees below. Tree 1 is proposed to be removed at the base of the stump, only leaving the root system,
and Tree 2 is proposed to be reduced to a ten-foot (10’) tall wildlife snag. Remnants of both trees
would be chipped and moved off-site to prevent additional weight on the slope.
CRITICAL AREA: Regulated Slopes, Moderate Landslide Hazard Area, and Well 5A
Wellhead Protection Area Zone 2
EXEMPTION JUSTIFICATION: Renton Municipal Code (RMC) 4-3-050 Critical Areas Regulations:
RMC 4-3-050C.3.c.iii, Dangerous Trees
ROUTINE VEGETATION MANAGEMENT REVIEW CRITERIA 4-9-195D.4:
YES 1. The lot shall comply with minimum tree density requirements pursuant to RMC
4-4-130, Tree Retention and Land Clearing Regulations.
Staff Comments: In accordance with RMC 4-4-130.H, compliance with tree
credit requirements necessitates a minimum of 30 tree credits per net acre.
The subject property, located at 2100 Lake Washington Blvd (APN
0423059158), is approximately 515,253 square feet (11.83 acres). Based on
the property size, 355 tree credits are required to meet the minimum tree
density requirement (30 tree credits per acre × 11.83 acres = 355 credits).
According to the Tree Retention and Tree Credit Worksheet (Attachment B),
the property has 118 trees that are six-inch (6”) caliper or greater in size after
deducting trees in critical areas and the two (2) proposed for removal. Page
two of the Tree Retention and Tree Credit Worksheet (Attachment B) shows
that the 118 trees included in the calculations total 574 tree credits. This
shows the property would maintain the minimum tree density for the subject
property following the removal of the two (2) hazardous trees. 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: City of Renton (COR) maps has identified sensitive and
protected slopes, moderate landslide hazard, and a wellhead protection area
onsite. A critical areas exemption certificate is a component of this decision
due to the presence of a protected steep slope. After conducting a site visit,
staff does not anticipate that the proposed removals would have any negative
environmental impacts and therefore a geotechnical report was waived. The
geotechnical report was waived because the slope for Tree 1 has a steep grade
for a short distance and removing the tree to the stump and leaving the roots
for stability does not pose a significant hillside destabilization potential
(Attachment C). Tree 2 on City of Renton (COR) Maps is located within the
regulated slopes based on preliminary data, but a site visit showed that the
tree is not located on a steep slope (Attachment D). Removal of the two (2)
dangerous trees is an exempt activity per Renton Municipal Code (RMC) 4-3-
050C.3.c.iii. According to the Arborist Report, the applicant is proposing to
leave a 10-foot-tall wildlife snag to mitigate the risk posed by the failed tree.
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The remaining tree debris would be chipped and moved off-site to help
prevent land movement. In accordance with the arborist’s recommendation,
the applicant shall leave the failed black cottonwood tree (Tree #2) as a 10-
foot-tall wildlife snag as determined by the Current Planning Project Manager.
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.
i. The tree is determined to be a high-risk tree; or
ii. The tree is causing obvious physical damage to buildings (over 200
square feet), driveways, parking lots, or utilities, and it can be
demonstrated to the Administrator’s satisfaction that no reasonable
alternative to tree removal exist, including tree root pruning, tree root
barriers, tree cabling, or preventative maintenance, such as cleaning
leaf debris, deadwood removal, or directional/clearance pruning; or
iii. Removal of tree(s) to provide solar access to buildings incorporating
active solar devices. Windows are solar devices only when they are
south facing and include special storage elements to distribute heat
energy; or
iv. The Administrator determines the removal is necessary to achieve a
specific and articulable purpose or goal of this Title.
Staff Comments: According to RMC 4-4-130.F.2.c.i, a landmark tree may be
removed if it is determined to be high risk. In RMC 4-11-200, a high-risk tree is
classified as such if it has a probable or imminent likelihood of failure; and a
medium or high likelihood of impact; and the consequences of failure for the
tree are significant or severe.
Tree 1 is susceptible to failure due to very little roots on the tension side of the
lean combined with the slope of the hill. In the event of high winds, there has
been testimony about root plate movement. The arborist concludes Tree 1 is
likely to fail in the next few years. The consequence of failure has potential to
be severe due to the location of the tree being close to housing and the lean
of the tree indicates failure would occur toward the structure. Tree 1 is a high-
risk tree due to its potential to damage housing and harm the people inside.
Tree 2 has already failed approximately thirty feet (30’) to forty feet (40’) up the
trunk and is being suspended by the trees below it. In the future, it is likely that
the broken section of this tree would dislodge from the surrounding canopies.
Tree 2 has a medium probability of hitting a person due to it being in an area
used by the residents for walking. Tree 2 is already a failed tree and letting it
remain unaltered poses a significant threat since it can collapse onto a
passerby.
Staff concurs the trees should be removed due to criteria i in RMC 4-4-
130.F.2.c being satisfied. YES 4. Street frontage and parking lot trees and landscaping shall be preserved
unless otherwise approved by the Administrator.
Staff Comments: Not applicable. The subject tree is not a street frontage tree
nor a parking lot tree. Neither street frontage nor parking landscape is
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proposed to be removed.
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: Not applicable. The tree removal would not be removing
landscaping or protected trees required as part of a land development permit.
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.
When a Residential Multi-family Zone or Use is abutting a less intense
residential zone a fifteen-foot (15') wide partially sight-obscuring landscaped
visual barrier, or ten-foot (10') wide fully sight-obscuring landscaped visual
barrier, is required along the common property line.
Staff Comments: The minor tree removal activity would not be removing any
planned landscaping, nor would it impact the sight-obscuring screening
located between the existing RMF zoned property and the R-6 zoned
properties to the east. While there is a difference in land intensity use between
the subject property, Residential Multi-Family (RMF), and the adjacent use of
Residential-6 (R-6) to the east, there would be a sufficient continuation of
screening provided by the abundance of remaining trees.
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: The removal of the dangerous trees, as recommended by
the arborist, would not create a hazardous condition. Removal of the chipped
material from the trees is also being proposed as a way to not contribute to
the hazardous condition of land movement by over weighting the steep slope.
Instead, removing the trees and their debris would mitigate the risk of tree
collapse, land movement, and potential damage to people and property.
N/A 8. The land clearing and tree removal shall be consistent with the requirements
of the Shoreline Master Program, pursuant to RMC 4-3-090F1, Vegetation
Conservation, and RMC 4-4-130, Tree Retention and Land Clearing
Regulations.
Staff Comments: Not applicable. The property is not located within shoreline
jurisdiction.
CRITICAL AREA EXEMPTION FINDINGS:
The proposed development is consistent with the following findings pursuant to RMC section 4-3-
050C.2.d:
YES i. The activity is not prohibited by this or any other provision of the Renton
Municipal Code or State or Federal law or regulation;
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Staff Comments: Removal of dangerous trees is an exempt activity in the
City of Renton’s Critical Areas Regulations. Approval of this exemption
would act as written permission to allow the removal of the two (2)
identified dangerous trees.
YES ii. The activity will be conducted using best management practices as
specified by industry standards or applicable Federal agencies or
scientific principles;
Staff Comments: The best management practice recommended by the
arborist is to remove the two (2) high-risk trees from the steep slope. Tree
1 would be removed to the base of the stump due to it being located near
housing with low root tension on the side of the lean and the probability of
land movement; in this case, reducing to a wildlife snag would not
sufficiently reduce the hazard to housing or people, and thus the roots will
be left to help stabilize the slope. Tree 2 would be reduced to a wildlife
snag. All pieces of both trees would be chipped and moved off-site to
reduce additional weight on the slope.
YES iii. Impacts are minimized and, where applicable, disturbed areas are
immediately restored;
Staff Comments: The removal process is aimed at minimizing potential
damage to people and structures while maintaining the slope. This is
accomplished through the measures written in the above comment.
YES iv. Where water body or buffer disturbance has occurred in accordance with
an exemption during construction or other activities, revegetation with
native vegetation shall be required;
Staff Comments: Not applicable. The proposed tree removals will not
disturb any water body or buffer.
YES v. If a hazardous material, activity, and/or facility that is exempt pursuant to
this Section has a significant or substantial potential to degrade
groundwater quality, then the Administrator may require compliance with
the Wellhead Protection Area requirements of this Section otherwise
relevant to that hazardous material, activity, and/or facility. Such
determinations will be based upon site and/or chemical-specific data.
Staff Comments: Not applicable. The proposal does not include a
significant or substantial potential to degrade groundwater quality.
DECISION: The Bella Vista Tree Removal Routine Vegetation Management Permit and Critical
Areas Exemption, LUA24-000319, RVMP, CAE is Approved
and subject to the following condition:.
*CONDITION OF APPROVAL:
1. As recommended in the Arborist Report, the applicant shall leave the failed black
cottonwood tree (Tree 2) as a 10-foot-tall wildlife snag as determined by the Current Planning
Project Manager.
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SIGNATURE & DATE OF DECISION:
________________________________________ ____________________________________
Matthew Herrera, 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
November 27, 2024. 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: Two (2) years from the date of decision (date signed).
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: Arborist Report, prepared by Daniel Potts, dated September 16, 2024
Attachment B: Tree Retention and Tree Credit Worksheet
Attachment C: Tree 1 Site Visit_11072024
Attachment D: Tree 2 Site Visit_11072024
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Arborist Report For:
Bella Vista Apartments
Prepared on:September 16th, 2024
Prepared by:Daniel Potts
866-815-2525
www.aplustree.com
780 Azuar Ave. Vallejo, CA
ISA Certified Arborist WE-11534A
Tree Risk Assessment Qualified (TRAQ)
Background Information
Assignment
This report was prepared on behalf of Bella Vista apartments and is concerning 2 black
cottonwoods (Populus trichocarpa), located at 2100 Lake Washington Blvd. N
The assignment is to perform a visual assessment in regard to health condition, structural
integrity, a threat of pest/disease and potential hazards.
daniel@aplustree.com
The assessment was performed on June 6th, 2024.
The report has been requested because the root plate around one of these trees was
moving during a recent high wind event, so the property managers called us out to take a
look at this tree as well as the surrounding hillside.
This visual inspection was from ground grade only.
The assignment is to assess and provide recommendations for future action.
Attachment A
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aplustree.com A Plus Tree, LLC 780 Azuar Ave. Vallejo, CA 94592
Arborist Disclaimer
Arborists cannot detect every condition that could possibly lead to the structural failure of a tree. Trees are
living organisms that may fail in ways we do not fully understand. Conditions are often hidden within trees and
below ground. Arborists cannot guarantee that a tree will be healthy or safe, or fail for that matter, under all
circumstances, or for a given period of time. Likewise, remedial treatments, like any medicine, cannot be
guaranteed.
Treatments, pruning and removal of trees may involve considerations beyond the scope of the arborist’s
services such as property boundaries, property ownership, sight lines, disputes between neighbors, landlord-
tenant matters, etc. Arborists cannot take such issues into account unless complete and accurate information
is given to the arborist. The person hiring the arborist accepts full responsibility for authorizing the
recommended treatment or remedial measures.
Trees can be managed, but they cannot be controlled. To live near a tree is to accept some degree of risk. The
only way to eliminate all risks is to eliminate all trees.
This consultant does not verify the safely or health of any tree for any period of time. Construction activities
are hazardous to trees and cause many short and long-term injuries, which can cause trees to die or topple.
Even when every tree is inspected, inspection involves sampling; therefore, some areas of decay or weakness
may be missed. Weather, winds and the magnitude and direction of storms are not predictable, and some
failures may still occur despite the best application of high professional standards.
I hereby declare that the above observations, discussion and recommendation are true to the best of my
knowledge, belief and professional opinion. In addition, A Plus Tree is held harmless of any of these opinions
from future tree failures.
Sincerely,
Daniel Potts
A PLUS TREE, LLC
ISA Certified Arborist WE-11534A
Tree Risk Assessment Qualified (TRAQ)
daniel@aplustree.com
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Observations
aplustree.com A Plus Tree, LLC
Photos (Tree 1)
780 Azuar Ave. Vallejo, CA 94592
At the time of the assessment, I observed the following from 2 trees on the surrounding
hillside (please also refer to the photos below):
Tree #Species DBH
(in)
Height
(ft)
Canopy
Spread (ft)
Notes
1 Black
cottonwood
(Populus
Trichocarpa)
38 100
feet
35 feet Tree is on a steep slope,
leaning towards a building.
There are few roots on the
tension side of the lean, and
root plate of tree was moving in
a recent wind event.
2 Black
cottonwood
(Populus
Trichocarpa)
16 75 feet 30 feet Tree has suffered a stem
failure about 30 feet up the
trunk, and the broken section is
hung up on the maples below it.
The area below the broken
stem is regularly used by
residents walking their dogs,
and the tree is within 1 tree
length of the building.
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Discussion
Photos (Tree 2)
Tree 1 has a significant lean towards the building, is exposed to wind coming from the
typical prevailing wind direction for the region, has very little roots on the tension side of
the lean, and is on a slope with an angle of repose that is susceptible to erosion and earth
movement. Within a 3 year time period, it will probably uproot and has a high probability of
hitting the building, with a medium probability of hitting a resident inside. In the event of
failure and impact, it would likely have significant consequences for the building, and
anyone hit by this tree would be severely injured.
Tree 2 has already failed approximately 40 feet up the stem, and is suspended in the trees
below it. Within a 3 year time period, the stem will probably dislodge from the canopies it is
suspended in. The area below it is occasionally occupied by residents: In the event of
failure, there is a medium probability of it hitting someone, but the consequences would be
severe.
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Site Map
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Recommendations
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Tree 1: Due to the risk factors stated in the discussion section and the increased
probability of land movement related to the angle of slope, reducing this tree to a
wildlife snag would not present a tolerable level of risk for the client. Therefore, this
tree is recommended to be completely removed. All pieces will be chipped and
moved offsite to avoid putting more weight on the slope and creating more
hazardous conditions in the event of land movement.
Tree 2: Due to the risk factors stated in the discussion section, this tree will be
reduced to a 10 foot tall wildlife snag to mitigate the risk posed by this tree to a
level that is tolerable for the client. All pieces will be chipped and moved offsite to
prevent additional weight on the slope.
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CITY OF RENTON Ι PERMIT SERVICES
TREE RETENTION AND CREDIT WORKSHEET
TREE RETENTION REQUIREMENTS
A minimum retention of thirty percent (30%) of all significant trees (as defined in RMC 4-11-200) is required on site.
Please complete the form below to verify compliance with minimum tree retention requirements.
• Identify total number of trees 6-inch caliper or greater (or alder or
cottonwood trees 8-inch caliper or greater) on site: Trees
Trees
Trees
Trees
Trees
Trees Required
Trees Proposed
•Deductions – Certain trees are excluded from the retention calculation:
o Trees that are high-risk, as defined in RMC 4-11-200:
o Trees within existing and proposed public right-of-way:
o Trees within wetlands, streams, very high landslide hazards,
protected slopes, and associated buffers:
•Total remaining trees after deductions:
•Required tree retention (30%):
•Identify number of trees proposed for retention:
•Identify number of trees requested for replacement in lieu of retention
(skip page 3 if no tree replacement is requested):Trees
TREE CREDIT REQUIREMENTS
Tree credit requirements apply at a minimum rate of thirty (30) credits per net acre. Complete the form below to
determine minimum tree credit requirements.
•Gross area of property in square feet: Square Feet
•Deductions: Certain areas are excluded from tree credit calculation:
o Existing and proposed public right-of-way: Square Feet
o Wetlands, streams, very high landslide hazards, protected slopes,
and associated buffers: Square Feet
•Total excluded area:Square Feet
•Net land area (after deductions) in square feet:Square Feet
•Net land area (after deductions) in acres:Acres
•Required tree credits:Tree Credits Required
187
2
67
118
35.4
185
-149.6
515253
64174.5
64174.5
451078.5
10.36
311
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TREE RETENTION AND CREDIT WORKSHEET
PROPOSED TREE CREDITS
Please complete the table below to calculate the total tree credits proposed for your project. Identify the quantity of trees
for each tree category, after deducting trees within excluded areas, as shown in the previous section.
TREE SIZE TREE CREDITS TREE QUANTITY TOTAL TREE CREDITS
RETAINED TREES
Preserved tree 6 – 9” caliper 4
Preserved tree 10 – 12” caliper 5
Preserved tree 12 – 15” caliper 6
Preserved tree 16 – 18” caliper 7
Preserved tree 19 – 21” caliper 8
Preserved tree 22 – 24” caliper 9
Preserved tree 25 – 28” caliper 10
Preserved tree 29 – 32” caliper 11
Preserved tree 33 – 36” caliper 12
Preserved tree 37” caliper and greater 13
NEW TREES
New small species tree (30' or less at maturity) 0.25
New medium species tree (30' to 50' at maturity) 1
New large species tree (50' or more at maturity) 2
TREE CREDITS PROPOSED:
67
44
4
1
574
268
0
264
0
32
0
10
0
0
0
0
0
0
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TREE RETENTION AND CREDIT WORKSHEET
TREE REPLACEMENT JUSTIFICATION
Replacement may be authorized as an alternative to 30% retention provided the removal is the minimum necessary to
accomplish the desired purpose and provided the proposal meets one of the following options:
a.There are special circumstances related to the size, shape, topography, location, or surroundings of the subject
property; or
b.The strict application of the code would prevent reasonable use of property; or
c.The strict application of the code would prevent compliance with minimum density requirements of the zone; or
d.The project is a short plat with four (4) or fewer lots.
Please attach a written justification demonstrating compliance with the requirements and criteria as descripted above.
TREE REPLACEMENT QUANTITY
Tree replacement quantity is determined based on the credit value of the trees proposed for removal. Larger, higher
priority trees shall be used for calculation of tree replacement. Identify the quantity of each tree requested to be removed
in lieu of 30% retention, based on tree size. List the identification number of each tree, as indicated in the arborist report.
TREE SIZE TREE CREDITS TREE QUANTITY TREE INDENTIFICATION # TOTAL TREE CREDITS
Tree 37” caliper + 13
Tree 33 – 36” caliper 12
Tree 29 – 32” caliper 11
Tree 25 – 28” caliper 10
Tree 22 – 24” caliper 9
Tree 19 – 21” caliper 8
Tree 16 – 18” caliper 7
Tree 12 – 15” caliper 6
Tree 10 – 12” caliper 5
Tree 6 – 9” caliper 4
REPLACEMENT CREDITS REQUIRED:
TREE REPLACEMENT PLANTING
Identify the quantity of proposed new replacement trees (minimum size of 2-inch caliper). The total replacement credits
proposed should be equal to or greater than the replacement credits required, as shown in the previous section.
TREE SIZE TREE CREDITS TREE QUANTITY TOTAL TREE CREDITS
New small species tree (30' or less at maturity) 0.25
New medium species tree (30' to 50' at maturity) 1
New large species tree (50' or more at maturity) 2
REPLACEMENT CREDITS PROPOSED:
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
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Attachment C
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Attachment D
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