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426 Aquatic Drive Arborist Letter jx0bert A. Driskill, YSA C eriilied Arborist (_'ere ., 54 )-5020- A 4839 railroad Avenue.Suite C Lilburn. Georgia 30048 (770)330-7776 Mai 30. 202.4 426 Aquatic Drive Atlantic Beach. Florida. 32233 Re: Tree Health Assessment Tree Assessment Ile ort The following tree assessment letter is based on a site-inspection conducted on May 23, 2024. There is one(1) tree that is located on the left side of the house at 426 Aquatic Drive. Atlantic Beach. Florida. 32233. While conducting a site visit. I thorough-IN: checked for insect infestation. diseases, fungus, decay or root rot. and structural defects which can contribute to a tree's failure. A tree health assessment was perfivnned and accurately determined in the f'olloxving report. In order to identify the Southern Magnolia, pictures were taken for identification purposes. The leafand hark were used to identify this tree. The tree was measured at 4.3' feet at DBH (Diameter Breast Height). There is one (1)tree listed in the report belo1\. All photo�!raphs outlined in my report were taken during my site visit on May 23. 2024, 1 certify that all of the statements of fact in this assessment are true.complete, and correct to the best of.niN knowledge and belief. 1 hope that this information is helpful. If you have any questions,or need any additional information. ft'el free to contact me. Respect ' 1 omitted. he riakill. ISfN ;yqF Certified Arborist Certified'free Climber Specialist t.a Cert. 4SO-5626-AT `� A Robert A. Driskill ISA Certified Arborist Cert # SO-5626-A 4839 Railroad Avenue, Suite L Lilburn, Georgia 30048 (770) 330-7776 May 30, 2024 426 Aquatic Drive Atlantic Beach, Florida, 32233 Re: Tree Health Assessment Tree Assessment Report The following tree assessment letter is based on a site-inspection conducted on May 23, 2024. There is one(1)tree that is located on the left side of the house at 426 Aquatic Drive,Atlantic Beach, Florida, 32233. While conducting a site visit, I thoroughly checked for insect infestation, diseases, fungus, decay or root rot, and structural defects which can contribute to a tree's failure. A tree health assessment was performed and accurately determined in the following report. In order to identify the Southern Magnolia,pictures were taken for identification purposes. The leaf and bark were used to identify this tree. The tree was measured at 4.5' feet at DBH (Diameter Breast Height). There is one (1)tree listed in the report below. All photographs outlined in my report were taken during my site visit on May 23,2024. I certify that all of the statements of fact in this assessment are true, complete,and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I hope that this information is helpful. If you have any questions, or need any additional information, feel free to contact me. Respectfully submitted, Robert Driskill, ISA Certified Arborist Certified Tree Climber Specialist Cert. #SO-5626-AT "EE ASSESSMENT REPORT !'ree"A": Southern Magnolia 19"DBH{Magnolia randi Ora): I have noted the following about the southern magnolia: The tree is currently in fair health but is affected by a disease called anthracnose. The previous owner has pruned and removed more than 1/3 to half of the tree's canopy,which has caused stress and hindered its ability to absorb the necessary sunlight for photosynthesis. As a result,the tree is struggling to survive,and I anticipate its health will continue to decline over the next 2-3 years. Additionally,the magnolia was planted too close to the house, about 24 inches from the home and the electric meter attached to the wall. As the tree grows, it will encroach upon the house and its foundation. The branches overhang the roof and consistently drop leaves throughout the year, creating a natural bridge for insects, squirrels, and roof rats to seek shelter inside the house. In my professional opinion,the over-pruning and anthracnose have contributed to the decline of the tree's health, and I believe it should be removed. This magnolia is in fair health,but it is declining in health. Over pruning, anthracnose; and stress from removing more than 1/3 of the canopy deprive the tree's ability to produce and store s food. It is my recommendation to remove the tree. The tree is planted to close to the house which can r cause problems cracking the foundation and structural issues.