HomeMy WebLinkAbout535 Pelican Key 04.25.2026 Arborist Letter
jamesmaddenarborist@gmail.com (904) 434-6427
James Madden, ISA Certified Arborist FL-0515A
April 15, 2026
Mr. and Mrs. Mullenix RE# 172027-5586
535 Pelican Key
Atlantic Beach, FL. 32233
The assessment below was performed in accordance with the Tree Risk Assessment Best
Management Practice, 2nd Edition (2017). The two sweet gum trees pose an unacceptable risk
and trimming or pruning will not mitigate it. The removal is the only practical means of
mitigating its risk to below moderate levels.
1. Tree(s) Overview and Defects:
Species: Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Strytaciflua) Location: Front right DBH: 20”
Species: Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Strytaciflua) Location: Rear DBH: 20”
The front right sweet gum tree has visible limb and lead loss upon frequently occupied space
surrounding the tree and visible hardscape damage creating an unacceptable liability to
occupants and guests to the property.
The rear has visible lifting of the patio concrete also creating a high safety liability issue to
occupants and guests to the property.
2. Mitigation Options:
The above sweet gum trees should be considered for removal to properly correct issues and
remove future liability issues.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions.
James Madden
ISA Certified Arborist FL-0515A
TRAQ Certified
(904) 434-6427