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D_Winsper II Tree Removal Tract B_221228_v2
PLANNING DIVISION
ROUTINE VEGETATION MANAGEMENT PERMIT
EVALUATION FORM & DECISION
DATE OF DECISION: December 30, 2022
PROJECT NUMBER: LUA22-000399, RVMP
PROJECT NAME: Winsper II Tree Removal
PROJECT MANAGER: Brittany Gillia, Associate Planner
APPLICANT: Breze Reed, J&M Management
17404 Meridian E Ste F PMB 171,
Puyallup, WA 98375
OWNER: J&M Management
17404 Meridian E Ste F PMB 171,
Puyallup, WA 98375
PROJECT LOCATION: Winsper Division II, Tract B (APN 948576TR-B, abutting 3303 Main Ave S)
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant, J&M Management, is requesting approval of a Routine Vegetation
Management Permit in order to remove one (1) dangerous tree and prune one (1) 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 south addressed at 3303 Main Ave S (APN
9485740290) abuts the Tract B of the Winsper II subdivision and both properties are within the Residential-8 (R-
8) zone. Tree #1 has a 21-inch diameter at breast height (DBH) Bigleaf maple that has a large canker infecting more
than 24 feet of the trunk. According to Flatley, a co-dominant stem has long decayed, contains two obvious conks,
and disease has most likely spread into the live trunk. It has been rated at 40% health and poses immediate risk of
failure to people and property at any time. Tree #2 is a 30-inch DBH Black cottonwood that is in very good
condition. The branches of this tree overhang onto the roof of the abutting property and have caused damage due
to striking and rubbing. This tree is assigned a rating of 90% health and the arborist recommends pruning the
branches to eliminate future damage. The City arborist has reviewed the submitted arborist report and concurs
with the assessment (Attachment B). Per RMC4-4-130F.2a any person who performs routine vegetation
management on undeveloped property in the City must obtain a routine vegetation management permit prior to
performing such work.
EXPIRATION DATE: December 30, 2023
DocuSign Envelope ID: E542D5EE-8EB9-4243-9911-AD815346DDF7
City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Routine Vegetation Management Permit Winsper II Tree Removal LUA22-000399, RVMP
Permit Date: December 30, 2022 Page 2 of 3
D_Winsper II Tree Removal Tract B_221228_v2
GENERAL REVIEW CRITERIA 4-9-195D4:
YES 1. The lot shall comply with minimum tree credit requirements pursuant to RMC 4-4-130, Tree
Retention and Land Clearing Regulations.
Staff Comments: The subject lot is approximately 1.09 acres in area and therefore, 30 tree
credits would be required. Removal of the subject tree 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 Bigleaf maple tree proposed for removal is not a
landmark tree. The Black cottonwood tree is a landmark tree in very good condition, and
in order to maintain the health of the tree Flatley recommends that the branches
overhanging the roof should be pruned back to the main trunk without the use of climbing
spurs to access the tree. Staff concurs with the submitted arborist report (Attachment A)
and recommends as a condition of approval that the applicant follow all tree removal and
pruning recommendations as set forth in the submitted arborist report.
YES 4. Street frontage and parking lot trees and landscaping shall be preserved unless otherwise
approved by the Administrator.
Staff Comments: The trees 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: The tree proposed for removal is not a protected tree.
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 trees proposed for removal and pruning are 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 requirements of the
Shoreline Master Program, pursuant to RMC 4-3-090F1, Vegetation Conservation, and
DocuSign Envelope ID: E542D5EE-8EB9-4243-9911-AD815346DDF7
City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Routine Vegetation Management Permit Winsper II Tree Removal LUA22-000399, RVMP
Permit Date: December 30, 2022 Page 3 of 3
D_Winsper II Tree Removal Tract B_221228_v2
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 II Tree Removal, LUA22-000399, RVMP is Approved with Conditions*
and subject to the following conditions:
*CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. The applicant shall follow all tree removal and pruning recommendations as set forth in the submitted
arborist report (Attachment A).
SIGNATURE & DATE OF DECISION:
________________________________________ ____________________________________
Vanessa Dolbee, 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 January 13, 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.
Attachments:
A- Arborist Report
B- City Arborist Comment
DocuSign Envelope ID: E542D5EE-8EB9-4243-9911-AD815346DDF7
12/30/2022 | 8:38 AM PST
For
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
ARBORIST REPORT
3303 MAIN AVENUE SOUTH/TRACT B
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
J and M Management Company C/O Breze Reed
For
Winsper Homeowners Associa=on
At
3303 Main Avenue South and Parcel 948576 TR - B
Arborist Report
LOCATION OF PROPERTIES
There are two separate parcels 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:
Property 1 - 3303 Main Avenue South is an exis=ng single family home built 34 years ago in
1988. Along its northern property line is a natural area designated as Common Property and
Tract B (PID 948576 TR-B) from the King County Recorders Office records.
Property 2 - Parcel Iden=fica=on Number 948576 TR-B, Common Area Type 2. It is an area just
over an acre in size. It is heavily wooded containing mostly black coaonwood and bigleaf maple
with an understory of Himalayan blackberry. Both trees were found on Tract B.
TREES
Tree 1: It is likely that this tree was damaged during construc=on of the subdivision prior to
1988. A large canker has infected the southern one-third of the trunk up the stem for more than
24 feet. A co-dominant stem (trunk) has long decayed, contains two obvious conks and disease
has most likely spread into the live trunk. The main leader at the top has been dead for several
years. There are live branches that are becoming larger each year with many adjacent to dead
or decaying wood.
Tree 2: This black coaonwood appears to be in very good to excellent health and condi=on. It
has 4 rela=vely small, live branches that hang over the roof at 3303 Main Avenue South.
Damage to the roof has occurred recently (see homeowner photo).
Tree Summary Table
1 Bigleaf maple 21 Large trunk canker to 24
feet. Main leader has
died-back 20 feet. Two
conks on lower trunk.
40%.
2 Black coaonwood 30 Very good condi=on.
Branches overhang
house. 90%
OBSERVATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Tree 1 (Tract B): This tree is in poor condi=on and not expected to improve with =me but
con=nue to decline. Most likely construc=on damage to the tree occurred when building and
grading were performed nearby many years ago. Two feet of soil around the trunk was
observed and a large canker up the trunk are indicators of this kind of damage were common
when wooded property was developed.
The main trunk at the top of the tree died back more than 20 feet down, another indicator of
tree decline. Two basal conks were noted decaying a co-dominant stem or trunk that had
deteriorated. More than likely disease and decay are spreading into the remaining trunk.
The ra=ng out of 100% indicates an excellent condi=on of a tree and a ra=ng of 0% a dead tree.
While this maple tree is not dead neither is it in excellent condi=on a ra=ng of 40% is assigned
and the tree poses an immediate risk of failure to people and property at any=me.
The recommenda=on to remove is assigned to this tree.
Tree 2 (Tract B): Because of its very
good condi=on a ra=ng of 90% or
higher is assigned to the
coaonwood. Some minor branch
pruning will eliminate damage to
roof shingles from branches
striking and rubbing.
The recommenda=on is to prune
branches back to the main trunk
for those overhanging the roof. Do
not allow the use of climbing spurs
to access tree.
For further informa=on please contact:
Terry Flatley, Cer=fied Arborist
PN7272A
tjflyfishing@me.com
Photo of roof damage from homeowner at 3303 Main
Avenue South
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Matthew Herrera
From:Ian Gray
Sent:Monday, November 14, 2022 9:15 AM
To:Matthew Herrera
Subject:RE: Winsper I-Tree-Tract B-Arborist Report
Hi Matt,
I agree with the assessment. Although Terry hasn’t provided a risk rating and TRAQ sheet for the tree that needs to be
removed, there is sufficient information to arrive at the conclusion that the tree needs to be taken down: the extent of
decay, the presence of fungal fruiting bodies and the proximity to the house.
Best,
Ian Gray
Urban Forestry & Natural Resources Manager
Phone: 425-430-6601 Email: IGray@RentonWA.gov
From: Matthew Herrera <MHerrera@Rentonwa.gov>
Sent: Monday, November 14, 2022 8:47 AM
To: Ian Gray <IGray@Rentonwa.gov>
Subject: FW: Winsper I-Tree-Tract B-Arborist Report
Good Morning Ian,
Hoping you can take a look at the attached Arborist Report prepared by your predecessor regarding a couple of trees
that are located in a subdivision tract in the Talbot neighborhood. Looks like they want to remove one and prune the
other. Appreciate all your help that you give us looking at these requests! -Matt
MATT HERRERA, AICP, Current Planning Manager
City of Renton | CED | Planning Division
1055 S Grady Way | 6th Floor | Renton, WA 98057
Virtual Permit Center | Online Applications and Inspections
DESK: (425) 430-6593 | MOBILE: (206) 308-6231 | mherrera@rentonwa.gov
From: Breze Reed <Breze@jandmmanagement.com>
Sent: Monday, November 14, 2022 8:26 AM
To: Matthew Herrera <MHerrera@Rentonwa.gov>
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Cc: Christelle Villafuerte <cvillafuerte@jandmmanagement.com>; Brittany Gillia <BGillia@Rentonwa.gov>
Subject: RE: Winsper I-Tree-Tract B-Arborist Report
Hi there,
We previously had a link for previous trees, attached is the recent arborist report that we are trying to obtain approval
from the City of Renton to avoid damage to a particular property.
Make it a great day!
Breze Reed
Account Manager
PH: 253-848-1947 Ext 119
Fax: 253-848-1948
From: Matthew Herrera <MHerrera@Rentonwa.gov>
Sent: Monday, November 14, 2022 8:23 AM
To: Breze Reed <Breze@jandmmanagement.com>
Cc: Christelle Villafuerte <cvillafuerte@jandmmanagement.com>; Brittany Gillia <BGillia@Rentonwa.gov>
Subject: RE: Winsper I-Tree-Tract B-Arborist Report
Hi Breze,
Did Brittany send a link for you to upload files? Can you tell me what you are attempting you upload?
MATT HERRERA, AICP, Current Planning Manager
City of Renton | CED | Planning Division
1055 S Grady Way | 6th Floor | Renton, WA 98057
Virtual Permit Center | Online Applications and Inspections
DESK: (425) 430-6593 | MOBILE: (206) 308-6231 | mherrera@rentonwa.gov
From: Breze Reed <Breze@jandmmanagement.com>
Sent: Monday, November 14, 2022 8:19 AM
To: Matthew Herrera <MHerrera@Rentonwa.gov>
Cc: Christelle Villafuerte <cvillafuerte@jandmmanagement.com>; Brittany Gillia <BGillia@Rentonwa.gov>
Subject: RE: Winsper I-Tree-Tract B-Arborist Report
Per the email below, cannot upload anything to the site, screenshot below.
Make it a great day!
Breze Reed
Account Manager
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you know the content is safe.
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PH: 253-848-1947 Ext 119
Fax: 253-848-1948
From: Matthew Herrera <MHerrera@Rentonwa.gov>
Sent: Monday, November 14, 2022 7:58 AM
To: Breze Reed <Breze@jandmmanagement.com>
Cc: Christelle Villafuerte <cvillafuerte@jandmmanagement.com>; Brittany Gillia <BGillia@Rentonwa.gov>
Subject: RE: Winsper I-Tree-Tract B-Arborist Report
Hello Breze,
Do you have a file number? Can you tell me where you are in the process?
MATT HERRERA, AICP, Current Planning Manager
City of Renton | CED | Planning Division
1055 S Grady Way | 6th Floor | Renton, WA 98057
Virtual Permit Center | Online Applications and Inspections
DESK: (425) 430-6593 | MOBILE: (206) 308-6231 | mherrera@rentonwa.gov
From: Breze Reed <Breze@jandmmanagement.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2022 4:07 PM
To: Matthew Herrera <MHerrera@Rentonwa.gov>
Cc: Christelle Villafuerte <cvillafuerte@jandmmanagement.com>
Subject: FW: Winsper I-Tree-Tract B-Arborist Report
HI there,
Received an auto responder from Brittany, wondering if you can assist?
Make it a great day!
Breze Reed
Account Manager
PH: 253-848-1947 Ext 119
Fax: 253-848-1948
From: Breze Reed
Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2022 3:42 PM
To: Brittany Gillia <BGillia@Rentonwa.gov>
Cc: Christelle Villafuerte <cvillafuerte@jandmmanagement.com>
Subject: RE: Winsper I-Tree-Tract B-Arborist Report
Hi Brittany,
Following up on this, the adjacent homeowner is getting anxious.
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Make it a great day!
Breze Reed
Account Manager
PH: 253-848-1947 Ext 119
Fax: 253-848-1948
From: Breze Reed <Breze@jandmmanagement.com>
Sent: Monday, October 31, 2022 8:48 AM
To: Brittany Gillia <BGillia@Rentonwa.gov>
Cc: Christelle Villafuerte <cvillafuerte@jandmmanagement.com>; Breze Reed <Breze@jandmmanagement.com>
Subject: Winsper I-Tree-Tract B-Arborist Report
Importance: High
Good Morning,
We have a couple of trees within Tract B that an arborist has recommended be addressed and the adjacent homeowner
has expressed concerns.
I tried to visit the website previously provided, however, I keep getting the error below.
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Please confirm the next steps so we can get this addressed before the weather escalates.
সহ
Make it a great day!
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Breze Reed
Account Manager
PH: 253-848-1947 Ext 119
Fax: 253-848-1948