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DRTV 1349 Camelia 2011 `1S CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH a 800 SEMINOLE ROAD ATLANTIC BEACH,FL 32233 INSPECTION PHONE LINE 247-5814 Application Number . . . . . 11-00100058 Date 10/28/11 Property Address . . . . . . 1349 CAMELIA ST Application type description DEV REV TREES/VEGETATION Property Zoning . . . . . . . TO BE UPDATED Application valuation . . . . 0 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Application desc TREE APPLICATION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Owner Contractor ------------------------ ------------------------ BEACHES HABITAT OWNER 1671 FRANCIS AVE. ATLANTIC BEACH FL 32233 (904) 241-1222 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Permit . . . . . . DRTV FEE PROCESSING Additional desc . . Permit Fee . . . . . 00 Plan Check Fee . 00 Issue Date . . . . 10/12/11 Valuation . . . . 0 Expiration Date . . 10/12/12 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Special Notes and Comments APPROVED TO PROCESS CHECK ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Other Fees . . . . . . . . . TREE REMOVAL APPEAL 125 . 00 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fee summary Charged Paid Credited Due ----------------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Permit Fee Total . 00 . 00 . 00 . 00 Plan Check Total . 00 . 00 . 00 . 00 Other Fee Total 125 . 00 125 . 00 . 00 . 00 Grand Total 125 . 00 125 . 00 . 00 . 00 PERMIT IS APPROVED ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH ORDINANCES AND THE FLORIDA BUILDING CODES. iuif�y City of Atlantic Beach APPLICATION NUMBER Building Department (To be assigned by the Building Department.) ;"1 800 Seminole Road DRTV 11-00100058 Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233-5445 J 7 Phone(904) 247-5826 • Fax(904)247-5845 E-mail: building-dept@coab.us 10/12/2011 City web-site: htp://www.coab.us Date routed: APPLICATION REVIEW AND TRACKING FORM Property Address: 1349/ 1357 CAMELLIA STREET Department review required Yes No Building Applicant: BEACHES HABITAT Planning &Zoning Tree Administrator X Project: CAMELLIA STREET DUPLEX Public Works Public Utilities Public Safety Fire Services Review fee T 5125.04 Dept Signature PAID 10/12/11 Other Agency Review or Permit Required Review or Receipt Date of Permit Verified B Florida Dept. of Environmental Protection N/A N/A Florida Dept. of Transportation N/A N/A St. Johns River Water Management District N/A N/A Army Corps of Engineers N/A N/A Division of Hotels and Restaurants N/A N/A Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco N/A N/A Other: N/A N/A APPLICATION STATUS Reviewing Department First Review: ❑x Approved. ❑Denied. (Circle one.) Comments: Approved to remove 1-19" magnolia; 2-9", 1-12", 1-32", 1-35", 1-48" laurel oaks; 1-14" live oak; 2-14" water oaks;for a total of 202", some documented as hazardous, diseased, or in a state of decline BUILDING and therefore not warranting mitigation. Total mitigation is 4.5",offset by preservation of 111.00" including 2-4"elms;1-14"magnolia;1-16"mimosa;1-711 and 2-19"laurel oaks; and 1-19"water oak. ( ANNI ZONIN Reviewed by: 1=rLka,ha.LL Date: 10/14/2011 TREE ADMIN. Second Review: ❑Approved as revised. ]Denied. PUBLIC WORKS Comments: PUBLIC UTILITIES PUBLIC SAFETY Reviewed by: Date: FIRE SERVICES Third Review: ❑Approved as revised. ❑Denied. Comments: Reviewed by: Date: Revised 07/27/10 TREE & VEGETATION REMOVAL PERMIT APPLICATION 1 INS'rRUCTiONS f X ��, City of Atlantic Beach Department of Community Development (1) Complete grid sigrithls fob �'``r 800 Seminole Road Atlantic Beach,FL 32233 (2) ttach the required suppowde>rhlbits s f fisted on theapp lira#ibn " r ap r, ie �xi�s (P)904 247-5800 (F)904 247-5845 checkhs h ��t,r ��.s , s � (3) Contact th6i Department of Commciitity Development ilyou aVeLl Residential $125.00 questions or rip bssistc ,compietilt,r �ie'application or �� � ' ' 4 ' ! Multi-Family Residential E determining which exhibits are"required for your particular;ptoject Y $250.00 (4) Submit this forn,ta{ow t "�� uire gxhikits anc� payment to $250.00 the Ci ofAt antic c c , A` '� 3`h"" '' f Commercial/Industrial Cit t �a fir nate Q ac �!n y, to the appllc io feg �t gh� "tt°fe, tion dews Institutional/Other Non-residential $250.00 the Buiidlr( �" �r 115 „. Application#TREE - J SECTION 1-SITE INFORMATION PHYSICAL ADDRESS � 13S7 5'7— A74.0.1'1 �1 Plli-eA if an address has not been assigned to this property,contact the AB Building Department at(904)247-5826 to request an address. r SUBDIVISION J� ISFC AA BLOCK 22 LOT 2 1 RE# 171 Qb [ �� - SECTION 11-APPLICANT INFORMATION OWNER (-" LEGAL AUTHORIZED AGENT* NAME OF APPLICANT De,44,-$ h %147 #--w,;W2-y, 69f?m P 61-s a ADDRESS OF APPLICANT 1471 7` N v',e �9 ir..ric 1`�eae 4 PHONE J-., /22 Z CELL <�Gy.Z 3 8 5/ 7/ EMAIL aGu�7:��SEr• 13•.u/.�s /alai,r�r =.2 - SECTION 111-TREE&VEGETATION REMOVAL REQUEST I REQUEST THAT THE TREES&VEGETATION ON THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PROPERTY AND INDICATED ON THE ATTACHED REQUIRED EXHIBITS BE APPROVED FOR REMOVAL,AS PROVIDED IN THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH VEGETATION CODE,CHAPTER 23, FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS(check all that apply): Vegetation(trees)are difficult to maintain/owner dislikes. Trees are dead,diseased orso weakened by age,storm,fire,or other injury so as to pose a danger to persons,property, improvements or other trees. (- Vegetation(trees) pose a safety hazard to pedestrian or vehicular traffic or cause disruption to public utility services. I F— Vegetation(trees)pose a safety hazard to buildings or structures. F- Vegetation(trees)completely prevent access or cross access to a lot or parcel. t Vegetation and/or trees prevent development or physical use. It is the intent of this provision that a permit shall be granted for �0 the removal of vegetation and/or trees when the applicant has demonstrated an effort to design or locate the proposed improvements so as to minimize the removal of vegetation and/or trees. ¢ I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED WITHIN THIS APPLICATION IS CORRECT AND I AGREE TO COMPLY WITH ALL PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 23,PROTECTION OF TREES AND NATURAL VEGETATION,AND ALL OTHER APPLICABLE CODES AND ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH. �'/7�v/r I SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT DAT FOR INTERNAL OFFICE USEONLY / r FRONTAGE 70 ' FLU NAR ^ ESA so- RK DEPTH t© � ZONING UBEX „ WH " SR AREA ISA y WAfl/ OAB CR 114 i Tree&Vegetation Removal Permit Application_versionot.oi.og EXHIBIT C. TREE VEGETATION MITIGATION APPLICANT Application#TREE l3vy /3S7 C�.yTiliA !�_ TO BE COMPLETED BY TH APPLICANT TO BE COMPLETED BY CITY STAFF ID DBH SPECIES CONDITION "X" "[ ]" "O" TYPE ZONE STD DBL CR COMMENTS 1 19 water oak X E 0 19,77, 2 48 laurel oak Diseased X E 0 ° 3 12 water oak Diseased X E 0 41 12 water oak Diseased x E 0pwir C�J 5 9 laurel oak X E 4.5 6 9 laurel oak E 0 9 7 19 magnolia triple X I 0 8 35 laurel oak Diseased X I 0 9 14 live oak X I 0 101 32 laurel oak Diseased X I 0 11 12 laurel oak Diseased X I 0 12 7 laurel oak X E 0 7 13 19 laurel oak on property line X E 0 19 14 4 elm X E 0 4 15 4 elm X E 0 4 161 16 mimosa X E 0 16 17 14 magnolia X E 0 14 18 19 laurel oak X E 0 19 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 4.51 0 111 STD MIT JDBL MIT ICREDIT TOTAL II II I SANITARY MANHOLE TOP = 10.27 II II II II I I WEST 14th STREET 50' RIGHT OF WAY PAVED PUBLIC ROAD Ilo _ - --------------- II< Iln IIS I Imo, II o II n II rn 'III �Iq THE NORTH 50.00 FEET OF LOT 1 I I SANITARY MANHOLE 12' PVC PIPE rT1 (STORM LID) --------------- W TOP = 10.02 NV. N. _ -0.90 " o LIFT STATION INV. E. - -0.93 n i INV. S. -0.38 8' WOOD FENCE 'r II o i II 1 n ' III FOUND 112" IRON1 z ;PIPE, CAP LB5488 ( N8913'S8"E 102.12' FIELD 9.9 ) 1 2 N89'02'00"Go.O 102.00' S �o� iii o � � p' LAUREL OAC 7" LAUREL OAK LOT 1, EXC T THE NORTH 50.00 FEET II> o o iia Z �LIVE OAK a ' W O '' o 35" TWIN AU LREL OA. d 1 I . I- IIS Q 1 I/��1//IU I Iy �� v' LLQ IIS 00) li+i O © 19' TRIPLE MAGNOLIA 32' LAUR cn a "'o F p 23" WAT�VA LQ 1 T„ 1 II'" o 7 12" LAUREL OA ' Il a n� - 8.4 il8 9.8 9:5 9.9CL 9.8 �� SET BENCH MARK: V MAGNAIL & DISK (LB3672) IN(EDGE OF PAVEMENT. o EL. = 8.51 A.V.E. > - QQ 1988 1 3 _ I I <I w 0 LOT 2 3 �O O L!J 00 8" TRIPLE LAUREL 'OAK D 1 Q O u1 Z i WATER OAK �Q �4' "'GNOLIA I f�� II 19"'LAUREL 0 i 1 /7 16' 1 1 `p�ll FOUND 1/2" IRON 9.4 9.5 9.4 PIPE, CAPII._LEGIBLE 9.4 `U�20" MAGNOLIA Q SILT FENCE it TREE BARRICADE S89'02 00"W 102.00' 1 (TYP.) II (TYP,) ( S89.07.41"W 102.05' FIELD ) 3 i. li li SILT FENCE (TYP. LOT 3 IN) b g -4- � I � I I s SANITARY MANHOLE n q TOP = 9.67 �. INV. N. - 0.60 INV. E - 0.65 INV_ S. - 0.67 INV. W0.79 IL f ,II F MANHOLE TOP = 10.27 I II WEST 14th STREET 50' RIGHT OF WAY PAVED PUBLIC ROAD IIo II< i Ii iI u i Ii I ' 6- THICK CONCRETE / SANITARY MANHOLE I1 12'_PVC PIPE GRASS DRIVEWAY (STORM LID) 1 O TOP = 10.02 INV. N. _ -0.90 SIFT STr�T OF� INV. E -0.93 !NV. S. L -0.38 '� I I a' V OOD FENCE b 15"CONCRETE POLING 1/z" IR1Ia ( N89-13-58-E 102.12' FIELD ) o� MES as a P . CAP Lesaa 10.2 N89'02'OOxEo.0 102.o6' <o I —..— —..—.. —'((N —9.6—..— ..—..—..— ..—..� 9.5— a V) / -- --- - \ a i LLJ< p ROOF OVERHANG I 1.3' i'iG o �� p (TYP.)2$TORY ��C I SET BENCH WARK: -v a if MAGN A.IL & �iSK (1-83672) IN:EDGE CIF PAVEMENT. EL. = 8.51 r r 1-54L7 1. 9aa 3 } I . 3p s' W= o O I ` I '< I ----- 55 ---55 LF DOUBLE 8" 8.5-- PVC (DR-25) 19" WATER OAK S\�� MAGNtA — N1c .- 15" CONCRETE err 19" LAUREL A. �/ � E MES x g 0 7- 7-' - `g- FOUND 1/2" IRON x9.4 - 9.5 9.4 t oi, PIPE, CAP ILLEGIBLE x9.4 20 B J" TREE BARRICADE S89'O2�O0"W 102.00" MAGNGUA (TYP,) ( S89-07'41-W 102.05' FIELD ) SILT FENCE (TYP. 5 y SANITARf V,%NHCLE TOP = 9.67 o INV. N = O 30 u INV. E. 0.65 INV. S_ = G_67 NV. N. = 0.79 x' u F E O 141018.U, Cr City of Atlantic Beach A m A Planning and Zoning Deparbnnnt R This approval verifies compfienee with appNoble ` H zoning, subdivision and other local {and _ `n development regulations, but does not constitute w m 0 approval for the issuance of permits. Compliance with Florida Building Code and aft other applicable local, State and Federal permitting requirements must be verified by signature of the City of AWntic O Beach Building Official to the qq �of a U 0- V Building Permit. -�d/ w" Approved fly. IL v, Date: p m N Y Ol MAP SHOWING SURVEY OF CTJ " L07 1, EXCEPT THE NORTH 50.00 FEET AND ALL OF LOT 2, BLOCK 225, it SECTION "H" ATLANTIC BEACH AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 18, PAGE nj '. 34 OF THE CURRENT PUBLIC RECORDS OF DUVAL COUNTY, FLORIDA. LOT I `< o� NOTES J 1. THIS IS A BOUNDARY AND TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY WITH 10" LAUREL OAK TREE LOCATION. 2. BEARINGS ARE BASED ON THE WESTERLY LINE OF . EO 1/2 v RCN PI CAPTIONED LANDS BEING NORTH 01.16'00" WEST, AS PER m 26' PLAT. CAP ILLEGI �F 3. NO BUILDING RESTRICTION LINES PER PLAT. jt = BAY z O 4. BENCH MARK USED IS A RAILROAD SPIKE IN A WOOD / wn �y PM�P401 POWER POLE, 120'± WEST OF THE CENTERLINE OF MAIN ``' z w 5" BAY STREET AND 20'± SOUTH OF THE CENTERLINE OF LEVY a'. ROAD. ELEVATION = 12.22 N.G.V.D. 1929, CONVERTED TO o.. N.A.V.D. 1988 DATUM, EL. = 11.12 N.A.V.D. 1988. t - -o --— c-_ OA n O THE PROPERTY SHOWN HEREON APPEARS �n AUREL 0 I T o TO LIE IN FLOOD ZONE "X" (AREA OUTSIDE �3 + pt 1 THE 500 YEAR FLOOD PLAIN) AS WELL AS w , N CAN BE DETERMINED FROM THE FLOOD oN 10.E ca INSURANCE RATE MAP COMMUNITY PANEL `vp 9.5 :ri No. 120075 0001 D, REVISED APRIL 17, m Fn rn 1989 FOR THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, DUVAL COUNTY, FLORIDA. J DRAWN BY: SWC a O0LOT 2 FILE: 2011-0499 0 .lit TIR OA `� 0 - o �S LEGEND a.o' o------- — SILT FENCE FOUND 1/2" IRON o rry-moi �24 01-/, PPE. CAP L61048 5 5� TREE TO BE PRESERVED s n LO T 3 TREE TO BE REMOVED rJ DISEASED TREE TO BE REMOVED N DISEASED TREE TO BE PRESERVED O ii- W E S 3 10 0 5 10 m m - SCALE IN FEET z 3 `� SHEET LL- 2 GARY A.ABBEY,P.E. REG,NO.56819 J _ W Ami a I A � wm age � wo � a m N Y N <S F N bNN� n� 7 6 �4 D � � z LAUREL OAK SITE AREA SUMMARY: ( 9$ m =V •"OL1E:D 112" TOTAL SITE: 7,140 SF < IRON PIPE, m 1 '.2.6 SAP 'LLEv3LE EXISTING PERCENT IMPERVIOUS: 0.0% in �4" BA-( PROPOSED IMPERVIOUS AREA-- BUILDINGS., REkBUILDINGS: 1,730 SF WN O• BaY PAVEMENTS AND SIDEWALKS: 521 SF =Y TOTAL• 2.261 SF 401 PROPOSED PERCENT IMPERVIOUS: 0,;i 2,251 SF/7,140 SF 31.55 N o� :;KEG pax! O RETENTION BASIN CALCULATIONS: AUL VOLUME REWIRED: �p Y `. 5\ m0 N VPOST`CA(R/12) ~N 'x'10 ZD O+ (0.43)(7.140 SF)(9.3-/12)- 2.379 CF NY IT1 M m VPRE' CA(R/12) m Cr { ',p (0.20)(7.140 SF)(9.3-/12) - 1,107 CF w Q u� 5_1 J J �t TOTAL VOLUME REQUIRED: y 1,272 CF = i a S:S.I O m �y��1� �`) �ElF L ROVIDED: f' 'lA�ER �AI 3 0 STI^ cc^`aft1'P,nt o ELEV.9.5 2069 SIF 1,329 CF a^ ELEV.a.5 with appllca 1 m lsr? and other local arid °I er9j#,-,yj;i,vHE,F15WDftes not 1o2nstit Cnimpliarim jn-ide Building Code and all other applicable I r.r.G Mate and Federal permitting requirements v!KA 4 0, must be verified by signature of the City of Atlantic •' J Beach Building Official prior to the issuance oJf�e PIPE, EIC 1/�1/2" X104 Building Permit. �-2.b 0.1'-, E. C AP L 81043 Approved By: i o s i Com n' p t Date: d z g N 3 - b - Z z 3 W W E oo � < S SHEET I/ry Ii ' 10 G 5 _,G 4 SCALE IN FEET GARY A.ABBEY,P.E. REG.NO.56819 • i It i SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A 640 E Tropical Trace Jacksonville, FL 32259 904-509-4902 rz� Cr of f 13 yyI3s7 1�W CameliaSt . Atlantic Beach , F To: Mr. Glen Lewis A Cut Above Tree Service 70 Levy Road, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 Prepared by: Samuel E Lansdale 07/10/2011 r��t 7vw' ✓ '.x.'4� .,�:'moi.✓ x.Y � � ¢. "9 tl� Y.3N�:� An evaluation of the unhealthy trees or trees in decline within the project limits. SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A ASSIGNMENT: 1) Evaluate the unhealthy trees or trees in decline within the project limits. 2) Recommend a plan of care to preserve the other trees during construction. 3) Note any precautions that should be taken during construction. 4) Document all the information in a written report. For purposes of this report, the trees are labeled below: Tree1: 50" Bluejack Oak, Tree2: 23" Blackjack Oak, Tree3: 34" Overcup Oak, Tree4: 30" Overcup Oak, Tree5: 12" Overcup Oak, Tree6: 33" Overcup Oak. (Locations and numbers are shown on Appendix A). LIMITS OF THE ASSIGNMENT: A soil analysis and root examination to assess the condition of the trees' root system was not conducted. My investigation is based solely on my visual inspection of the trees on 07-10-2011 and my analysis of the photos taken and tree material gathered during that inspection. GENERAL OBSERVATIONS: The project limits is an undeveloped lot with many trees and dense undergrowth with heavy amounts of vines. A developer is considering building a duplex, stormwater facility and driveways on the property. The existing trees and shrubs will either be removed or pruned in order to try to preserve them. The previous owners of the property were not able to be interviewed and as a result could not clarify reasons for pruning, any timeframes for noticeable changes in the trees or if the condition of the trees has improved or declined over time. Surrounding the trees are a few targets. Targets are people and or property that could be damaged or injured if the tree failed. The following is a list of targets: West City Right-of-Way, East Neighbors fence, South Neighbors House, North JEA Sanitary Lift Station and the future planned building on the property. Since this property is going to be redeveloped it is crucial that the owner understands the effect the construction process will have on the trees. During Construction, the single most important action that can be taken at the start of the construction process is to set up construction fences around each tree, or group of trees to remain. This Tree Protection Zone (TPZ) should extend a minimum of 1' for each inch of trunk diameter and should be increased for older trees to prevent digging, trenching, compaction or other soil disturbances within the TPZ. SEL Page 2 of 26 4 } SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A All of the oak trees are in relative proximity to each other. It would be expected with the canopy overlap that natural root grafting would occur with all of the oak trees within the project area. Fungus and other disorders may spread through natural root grafting; thus all of the oak trees in the area may have the same symptoms or appear to have the same disorders or infections. Root grafting has often been observed in forest trees... root grafting between trees leads to formation of communal root systems (Rigg and Harrar. 1931). Approximately, 70 to 90 percent of all plant problems result from adverse cultural and environmental conditions, such as soil compaction, drought, moisture fluctuations, temperature extremes, mechanical injuries or poor species selection. Rarely is poor plant health the result of one simple factor; the cause is usually a combination, or complex, of living (biotic) and non-living (abiotic) stressors. TREE 1 EVALUATION: 0cufz T�- 1c?-# 2 T�r'�tc. Date and Time: 07-10-2011 at 16:00 Scientific Name: Quercus incana Common Name: Bluejack Oak Diameter at Breast Height: Approx. 50" Height: Approx. 35' Spread: Approx. 30' TREE 1 ISSUES: Bleeding Fungal Cankers: Oaks with these cankers typically show varying degrees of "bleeding" (i.e., exudation of clear to dark-stained sap) from cracks or fissures in the bark associated with water-soaked, necrotic lesions in the inner bark (Fig. 2 and Fig. 3). Inner bark lesions are often delineated by dark gray to black "zone lines" (visible upon removal of outer bark). Older cankers may exhibit areas of depressed bark due to associated cambial necrosis, which sometimes is bordered by noticeable callus ridges. In Florida. The aggressiveness and seriousness of infections on individual oaks is likely to be influenced by environmental conditions and associated physiological stresses on host trees. Presumably, if cankers entirely girdle a host tree (single cankers or coalescing multiple infections), tree decline and death will follow. Certain fungicide treatments may, at best, arrest or slow the progress of infections. Trees with advanced cankers are not curable. (Phytophthora Basal Cankers of Oaks in Florida, E. L. Barnard 2006) Based on the limited field observation the cankers appear to be a symptom of the fungal genus Phytopthora (Oomycetes, Peronosporales, Pythiaceae). The Phytopthora genus is comprised of approximately 60 recognized species, many of which are capable of causing diseases of various kinds on higher plants, including both broad-leaved and SEL Page 3 of 26 SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A coniferous trees. (Sinclair and Lyon 2005). Assumptions are based on perceived symptoms; laboratory confirmation would be essential for confirmation of the type of fungus. Codominant Stem: The subject tree has a codominant stem. Trees with large codominant stems may split apart at the attachment. The codominat stem is located very near the root crown. A crack at this location is a severe defect and usually indicates a high potential for failure (Fig. 1) Poor Taper: The subject tree has poor taper. Stems with good taper— having a diameter that gradually decreases from the base to the tip — are stronger than stems with poor taper. Taper develops in response to movement in wind and is enhanced by presence of lateral branches low on the stem. Taper allows distribution of load, such as the weight of the canopy and wind, along the length of the stem. When stems have poor taper or the load is not uniformly distributed, the stem is more likely to break where the stress is greatest (Fig. 1). TREE 1 CONCLUSION: The subject tree is not in severe decline but creates a hazard due to the codominate stem and potential infection of the fungus with other trees in the area. TREE 1 RECOMMENDATIONS: 1""AT�°e a� Due to the codominate stem being so close to the root crown, irregular shape and the fungal infection, the subject tree should be removed prior to construction. Additionally, removing severely infected trees will reduce local sources of inoculum (i.e., infectious spores). The subject tree has a severe disorder which will continue to worsen over time. TREE 2 EVALUATION: 4�y rw01>s Date and Time: 07-10-2011 at 16:00 Scientific Name: Quercus marilandica Common Name: Blackjack Oak Diameter at Breast Height: Approx. 23" Height: Approx. 25' Spread: Approx. 25' TREE 2 ISSUES: Bleeding Fungal Cankers: Oaks with these cankers typically show varying degrees of "bleeding" (i.e., exudation of clear to dark-stained sap) from cracks or fissures in the bark associated with water-soaked, necrotic lesions in the inner bark (Fig. 6 and Fig. 7). Inner bark lesions are often delineated by dark gray to black "zone lines" (visible upon removal of outer bark). Older cankers may exhibit areas of depressed bark due to SEL Page 4 of 26 SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A associated cambial necrosis, which sometimes is bordered by noticeable callus ridges. In Florida. The aggressiveness and seriousness of infections on individual oaks is likely to be influenced by environmental conditions and associated physiological stresses on host trees. Presumably, if cankers entirely girdle a host tree (single cankers or coalescing multiple infections), tree decline and death will follow. Certain fungicide treatments may, at best, arrest or slow the progress of infections. Trees with advanced cankers are not curable. (Phytophthora Basal Cankers of Oaks in Florida, E. L. Barnard 2006) Based on the limited field observation the cankers appear to be a symptom of the fungal genus Phytopthora (Oomycetes, Peronosporales, Pythiaceae). The Phytopthora genus is comprised of approximately 60 recognized species, many of which are capable of causing diseases of various kinds on higher plants, including both broad-leaved and coniferous trees. (Sinclair and Lyon 2005). Assumptions are based on perceived symptoms; laboratory confirmation would be essential for confirmation of the type of fungus. Actinopelte leaf spot: The leaf spot may be chemically treated but if left untreated it will cause the tree to decline due to damage and loss of leaves. "Leaf spots are circular to irregular, uniformly tan to brown, and measure from 1 to 5 mm in diameter. Under warm, wet conditions favorable for disease development, the spots may coalesce and result in a blighted appearance (Fig. 8). Pycnidia (fruiting bodies) are borne superficially on the leaf surface and produce spores which are disseminated by splashing water." (W. H. Ridings 1973) Codominant Stem: The subject tree has a codominant stem. Trees with large codominant stems may split apart at the attachment. The codominate stem is located very near the root crown. A crack at this location is a severe defect and usually indicates a high potential for failure (Fig. 5 and Fig. 6) Poor Taper: The subject tree has poor taper. Stems with good taper— having a diameter that gradually decreases from the base to the tip — are stronger than stems with poor taper. Taper develops in response to movement in wind and is enhanced by presence of lateral branches low on the stem. Taper allows distribution of load, such as the weight of the canopy and wind, along the length of the stem. When stems have poor taper or the load is not uniformly distributed, the stem is more likely to break where the stress is greatest (Fig. 5 and Fig. 6). TREE 2 CONCLUSION: The subject tree has poor crown architecture, fungus and leaf spot. TREE 2 RECOMMENDATIONS: Due to the codominate stem being so close to the root crown, irregular shape and the fungal infection, the subject tree should be removed prior to construction. Additionally, removing severely infected trees will reduce local sources of inoculum (i.e., infectious SEL Page 5 of 26 SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A spores). The subject tree has a severe disorder which will continue to worsen over time. TREE 3 EVALUATION: aurc �P e Date and Time: 07-10-2011 at 16:00 Scientific Name: Quercus lyrata Common Name: Overcup Oak Diameter at Breast Height: Approx. 34" Height: Approx. 45' Spread: Approx. 40' TREE 3 ISSUES: Bleeding Fungal Cankers: Oaks with these cankers typically show varying degrees of "bleeding" (i.e., exudation of clear to dark-stained sap) from cracks or fissures in the bark associated with water-soaked, necrotic lesions in the inner bark (Fig. 10, Fig. 11 and Fig. 12). Inner bark lesions are often delineated by dark gray to black "zone lines" (visible upon removal of outer bark). Older cankers may exhibit areas of depressed bark due to associated cambial necrosis, which sometimes is bordered by noticeable callus ridges. In Florida. The aggressiveness and seriousness of infections on individual oaks is likely to be influenced by environmental conditions and associated physiological stresses on host trees. Presumably, if cankers entirely girdle a host tree (single cankers or coalescing multiple infections), tree decline and death will follow. Certain fungicide treatments may, at best, arrest or slow the progress of infections. Trees with advanced cankers are not curable. (Phytophthora Basal Cankers of Oaks in Florida, E. L. Barnard 2006) Based on the limited field observation the cankers appear to be a symptom of the fungal genus Phytopthora (Oomycetes, Peronosporales, Pythiaceae). The Phytopthora genus is comprised of approximately 60 recognized species, many of which are capable of causing diseases of various kinds on higher plants, including both broad-leaved and coniferous trees. (Sinclair and Lyon 2005). Assumptions are based on perceived symptoms; laboratory confirmation would be essential for confirmation of the type of fungus. Insect Borers: There is evidence of black wood boring insects and ants on the bark, holes, compromised bark and at the trunk flare of the tree. Additionally, there is a limb that fell near the tree that has significant insect and fungal damage (Fig. 11 and Fig. 12). Most insect borers are attracted to weakened, damaged, dying or dead plants. These are referred to as "secondary invaders" because they attack only after a plant has been weakened by another stress. Secondary invaders are a symptom of other problems with the health of the tree or shrub, but may contribute to its decline (1994 Bastiaan M. Drees, John A. Jackman, Michael E. Merchant). Conclusive signs are small emergence holes in the trunk or branches with frass (semi digested wood). SEL Page 6 of 26 SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A Borers eat the inner bark, phloem and cambium, and or xylem, thereby destroying the tree's ability to transport water and nutrients between the roots and crown of the tree. (2006 W.S. Cranshaw and D.A. Leatherman). Unclosed or Infected Wounds: The subject tree has a large unclosed wound at the base that has evidence of insect damage and fungus. The subject tree has grown around several pieces of pressure treated wood (Fig. 10 and Fig. 11). TREE 3 CONCLUSION: The subject tree has a fungal infection and a severe wound that does not appear to be compartmentalizing. There is a significant amount of dead and decaying wood near the base of the tree. TREE 3 RECOMMENDATIONS: Due to the fungal infection and insect damage the subject tree should be removed prior to construction. Additionally, removing severely infected trees will reduce local sources of inoculum (i.e., infectious spores). The subject tree has a severe disorder which will continue to worsen over time. TREE 4 EVALUATION: 0kr� T-H'e Fk 1G Date and Time: 07-10-2011 at 16:00 Scientific Name: Quercus lyrata Common Name: Overcup Oak Diameter at Breast Height: Approx. 30" Height: Approx. 30' Spread: Approx. 30' TREE 4 ISSUES: Bleeding Fungal Cankers: Oaks with these cankers typically show varying degrees of "bleeding" (i.e., exudation of clear to dark-stained sap) from cracks or fissures in the bark associated with water-soaked, necrotic lesions in the inner bark (Fig. 14, Fig. 15 and Fig. 16). Inner bark lesions are often delineated by dark gray to black "zone lines" (visible upon removal of outer bark). Older cankers may exhibit areas of depressed bark due to associated cambial necrosis, which sometimes is bordered by noticeable callus ridges. In Florida. The aggressiveness and seriousness of infections on individual oaks is likely to be influenced by environmental conditions and associated physiological stresses on host trees. Presumably, if cankers entirely girdle a host tree (single cankers or coalescing multiple infections), tree decline and death will follow. Certain fungicide treatments may, at best, arrest or slow the progress of infections. Trees with advanced cankers are not curable. (Phytophthora Basal Cankers of Oaks in Florida, E. L. Barnard 2006) Based on the limited field observation the cankers appear SEL Page 7 of 26 tW SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A to be a symptom of the fungal genus Phytopthora (Oomycetes, Peronosporales, Pythiaceae). The Phytopthora genus is comprised of approximately 60 recognized species, many of which are capable of causing diseases of various kinds on higher plants, including both broad-leaved and coniferous trees. (Sinclair and Lyon 2005). Assumptions are based on perceived symptoms; laboratory confirmation would be essential for confirmation of the type of fungus. TREE 4 CONCLUSION: The subject tree has a fungal infection with bleeding cancers near the base of the tree and has a fissure in the trunk of the tree that is bleeding. TREE 4 RECOMMENDATIONS: Due to the fungal infection the subject tree should be removed prior to construction. Additionally, removing severely infected trees will reduce local sources of inoculum (i.e., infectious spores). The subject tree has a severe disorder which will continue to worsen over time. TREE 5 EVALUATION: ocR t► ?e �� Date and Time: 07-10-2011 at 16:00 Scientific Name: Quercus lyrata Common Name: Overcup Oak Diameter at Breast Height: Approx. 12" Height: Approx. 20' Spread: Approx. 25' TREE 5 ISSUES: Bleeding Fungal Cankers: Oaks with these cankers typically show varying degrees of "bleeding" (i.e., exudation of clear to dark-stained sap) from cracks or fissures in the bark associated with water-soaked, necrotic lesions in the inner bark (Fig. 17, Fig. 19). Inner bark lesions are often delineated by dark gray to black "zone lines" (visible upon removal of outer bark). Older cankers may exhibit areas of depressed bark due to associated cambial necrosis, which sometimes is bordered by noticeable callus ridges. In Florida. The aggressiveness and seriousness of infections on individual oaks is likely to be influenced by environmental conditions and associated physiological stresses on host trees. Presumably, if cankers entirely girdle a host tree (single cankers or coalescing multiple infections), tree decline and death will follow. Certain fungicide treatments may, at best, arrest or slow the progress of infections. Trees with advanced cankers are not curable. (Phytophthora Basal Cankers of Oaks in Florida, E. L. Barnard 2006) Based on the limited field observation the cankers appear to be a symptom of the fungal genus Phytopthora (Oomycetes, Peronosporales, Pythiaceae). The Phytopthora genus is comprised of approximately 60 recognized species, many of which are capable SEL Page 8 of 26 SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A of causing diseases of various kinds on higher plants, including both broad-leaved and coniferous trees. (Sinclair and Lyon 2005). Assumptions are based on perceived symptoms; laboratory confirmation would be essential for confirmation of the type of fungus. Insect Borers: There is evidence of black wood boring insects and ants on the bark, holes, compromised bark and at the trunk flare of the tree (Fig. 18 and Fig. 19). Most insect borers are attracted to weakened, damaged, dying or dead plants. These are referred to as "secondary invaders" because they attack only after a plant has been weakened by another stress. Secondary invaders are a symptom of other problems with the health of the tree or shrub, but may contribute to its decline (1994 Bastiaan M. Drees, John A. Jackman, Michael E. Merchant). Conclusive signs are small emergence holes in the trunk or branches with frass (semi digested wood). Borers eat the inner bark, phloem and cambium, and or xylem, thereby destroying the tree's ability to transport water and nutrients between the roots and crown of the tree. (2006 W.S. Cranshaw and D.A. Leatherman). Unclosed or Infected Wounds: The subject tree has a few unclosed wounds but appear to be compartmentalizing. The subject tree has grown around several pieces of pressure treated wood (Fig. 17 and Fig. 20). TREE 5 CONCLUSION: The subject tree has poor crown architecture, a fungal infection and insect borers which all combined will cause the subject tree to decline over time. TREE 5 RECOMMENDATIONS: Due to the fungal infection and insect damage the subject tree should be removed prior to construction. Additionally, removing severely infected trees will reduce local sources of inoculum (i.e., infectious spores). The subject tree has a severe disorder which will continue to worsen over time. Tree 6 EVALUATION: OuR Date and Time: 07-10-2011 at 16:00 Scientific Name: Quercus lyrata Common Name: Overcup Oak Diameter at Breast Height: Approx. 33" Height: Approx. 35' Spread: Approx. 40' TREE 6 ISSUES: SEL Page 9 of 26 SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A Bleeding Fungal Cankers: Oaks with these cankers typically show varying degrees of "bleeding" (i.e., exudation of clear to dark-stained sap) from cracks or fissures in the bark associated with water-soaked, necrotic lesions in the inner bark (Fig. 22, Fig. 24). Inner bark lesions are often delineated by dark gray to black "zone lines" (visible upon removal of outer bark). Older cankers may exhibit areas of depressed bark due to associated cambial necrosis, which sometimes is bordered by noticeable callus ridges. In Florida. The aggressiveness and seriousness of infections on individual oaks is likely to be influenced by environmental conditions and associated physiological stresses on host trees. Presumably, if cankers entirely girdle a host tree (single cankers or coalescing multiple infections), tree decline and death will follow. Certain fungicide treatments may, at best, arrest or slow the progress of infections. Trees with advanced cankers are not curable. (Phytophthora Basal Cankers of Oaks in Florida, E. L. Barnard 2006) Based on the limited field observation the cankers appear to be a symptom of the fungal genus Phytopthora (Oomycetes, Peronosporales, Pythiaceae). The Phytopthora genus is comprised of approximately 60 recognized species, many of which are capable of causing diseases of various kinds on higher plants, including both broad-leaved and coniferous trees. (Sinclair and Lyon 2005). Assumptions are based on perceived symptoms; laboratory confirmation would be essential for confirmation of the type of fungus. Insect Borers: There is evidence of black wood boring insects and ants on the bark, holes, compromised bark and at the trunk flare of the tree. (Fig. 22, Fig. 23 and Fig. 24). Most insect borers are attracted to weakened, damaged, dying or dead plants. These are referred to as "secondary invaders" because they attack only after a plant has been weakened by another stress. Secondary invaders are a symptom of other problems with the health of the tree or shrub, but may contribute to its decline (1994 Bastiaan M. Drees, John A. Jackman, Michael E. Merchant). Conclusive signs are small emergence holes in the trunk or branches with frass (semi digested wood). Borers eat the inner bark, phloem and cambium, and or xylem, thereby destroying the tree's ability to transport water and nutrients between the roots and crown of the tree. (2006 W.S. Cranshaw and D.A. Leatherman) TREE 6 CONCLUSION: The subject tree has poor crown architecture and has a significant amount of limbs overhanging the adjacent property, a fungal infection and insect borers which all combined will cause the subject tree to decline over time. TREE 6 RECOMMENDATIONS: Due to the fungal infection and insect damage the subject tree should be removed prior to construction. Additionally, removing severely infected trees will reduce local sources SEL Page 10 of 26 3 SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A of inoculum (i.e., infectious spores). The subject tree has a severe disorder which will continue to worsen over time. SEL Page 11 of 26 SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A APPENDIX A: APPROX. TREE LOCATIONS (Not to scale) r 3 i 7 t North r a 2 1I w 0 1397 1398 1 a 1:50"Bluejack Oak 2:12'Blackjack Oak 3:34"Overcup Oak 4:30"Overcup Oak 5:12'Overcup Oak 6:33'Overcup Oak ® 10 11 12 1�7 N 13 14 •7� i 15 1374 El0 1372 7� 18 17 16 is ' 133 1 133 SEL Page 12 of 26 i m ; > v o b 4. S ; IV 1-4 x, . y at rrt ra: J t. �. ,:• .°fit s' "�° � , a ..,r�. ,xr' �. s kNal Y Ir c K +Y r. .n. a ;a; fir- > �7 ' E r S A } i f p r YP® G � mow'" -. .';: 1 1;• '� (� '�, � r ,R� � r. w,. i , r 10 �Tv �� iF r , , orf •, y y- 1� t.. 4 * �.. . ii ,y ,,. � .,. .yy 2�y- - d.#re. ",� .�y' �'`.d ..r m,.m . 's A�'y z-,.&1:.*�.rte.� ✓'"��'4;C' tR Y ♦ At 4 J. �'}.a mss. e "w 41 sk- A v 0 k ..s �%.- req,I• .tie r, qt 1 �( ' •. � r°' �Z'•". "r :. .., ...- ,y+ moi.` '. � .. ' rt Ail a • - TOM f7mai rt s r o e A IT t r r , L 1� h � , a �` 1 ,4 F V j Aw : , SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A APPENDIX D: PRESERVING TREES DURING CONSTRUCTION How Trees Are Damaged During Construction Physical Injury to Trunk and Crown. Construction equipment can injure the aboveground portion of a tree by breaking branches, tearing the bark, and wounding the trunk. These injuries are permanent and, if extensive, can be fatal. Cutting of Roots. The digging and trenching that are necessary to construct a house and install underground utilities will likely sever a portion of the roots of many trees in the area. It is easy to appreciate the potential for damage if you understand where roots grow. The roots of a tree are found mostly in the upper 6 to 12 inches of the soil. In a mature tree, the roots extend far from the trunk. In fact, roots typically are found growing a distance of one to three times the height of the tree. The amount of damage a tree can suffer from root loss depends, in part, on how close to the tree the cut is made. Severing one major root can cause the loss of 5 to 20 percent of the root system. s r P r The roots of a tree extend for from the trunk and are found mostly In the upper 6 to 12 Inches of soil. Another problem that may result from root loss caused by digging and trenching is that the potential for the trees to fall over is increased. The roots play a critical role in anchoring a tree. If the major support roots are cut on one side of a tree, the tree may fall or blow over. Less damage is done to tree roots if utilities are tunneled under a tree rather than across the roots. SEL Page 19 of 26 SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A 1 y . 1#7 Less damage is done to tree roots 9 utilities are tunneled under a tree(left,top and bottom)rather than across roots(right,top and bottom). Soil Compaction. An ideal soil for root growth and development is about 50 percent pore space. These pores—the spaces between soil particles—are filled with water and air. The heavy equipment used in construction com-pacts the soil and can dramatically reduce the amount of pore space. This compaction not only inhibits root growth and penetration but also decreases oxygen in the soil that is essential to the growth and function of the roots. Smothering Roots by Adding Soil. Most people are surprised to learn that 90 percent of the fine roots that absorb water and minerals are in the upper 6 to 12 inches of soil. Roots require space, air, and water. Roots grow best where these requirements are met, which is usually near the soil surface. Piling soil over the root system or increasing the grade smothers the roots. It takes only a few inches of added soil to kill a sensitive mature tree. Exposure to the Elements. Trees in a forest grow as a community, protecting each other from the elements. The trees grow tall, with long, straight trunks and high canopies. Removing neighboring trees or opening the shared canopies of trees during construction exposes the remaining trees to sunlight and wind. The higher levels of sunlight may cause sunscald on the trunks and branches. Also, the remaining trees are more prone to breaking from wind or ice loading. Getting Advice Hire a professional arborist in the early planning stage. Many of the trees on your property may be saved if the proper steps are taken. Allow the arborist to meet with you and your building contractor. Your arborist can assess the trees on your property, determine which are healthy and structurally sound, and suggest measures to preserve and protect them. One of the first decisions is determining which trees are to be preserved and which should be removed. You must consider the species, size, maturity, location, and SEL Page 20 of 26 SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A condition of each tree. The largest, most mature trees are not always the best choices to preserve. Younger, more vigorous trees usually can survive and adapt to the stresses of construction better. Try to maintain diversity of species and ages. Your arborist can advise you about which trees are more sensitive to compaction, grade changes, and root damage. Planning Your arborist and builder should work together in planning the construction. The builder may need to be educated regarding the value of the trees on your property and the importance of saving them. Few builders are aware of the way trees' roots grow and what must be done to protect them. Sometimes small changes in the placement or design of your house can make a great difference in whether a critical tree will survive. An alternative plan may be more friendly to the root system. For example, bridging over the roots may substitute for a conventional walkway. Because trenching near a tree for utility installation can be damaging, tunneling under the root system may be a good option. Erecting Barriers Because our ability to repair construction damage to trees is limited, it is vital that trees be protected from injury. The single most important action you can take is to set up construction fences around all of the trees that are to remain. The fences should be placed as far out from the trunks of the trees as possible. As a general guideline, allow 1 foot of space from the trunk for each inch of trunk diameter. The intent is not merely to protect the aboveground portions of the trees but also the root systems. Remember that the root systems extend much farther than the drip lines of the trees. Instruct construction personnel to keep the fenced area clear of building materials, waste, and excess soil. No digging, trenching, or other soil disturbance should be allowed in the fenced area. Protective fences should be erected as far out from the trunks as possible in order to protect the root system. Limiting Access If at all possible, it is best to allow only one access route on and off the property. All contractors must be instructed where they are permitted to drive and park their vehicles. Often this same access drive can later serve as the route for utility wires, water lines, or the driveway. SEL Page 21 of 26 ,. r° -t_ 1 SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A r � Protective fences should be erected as for out from the trunks as possible In order to protect the root*yawns. Specify storage areas for equipment, soil, and construction materials. Limit areas for burning (if permitted), cement wash-out pits, and construction work zones. These areas should be away from protected trees. Specifications Get it in writing. All of the measures intended to protect your trees must be written into the construction specifications. The written specifications should detail exactly what can and cannot be done to and around the trees. Each subcontractor must be made aware of the barriers, limitations, and specified work zones. It is a good idea to post signs as a reminder. Fines and penalties for violations should be built into the specifications. Not too surprisingly, subcontractors are much more likely to adhere to the tree preservation clauses if their profit is at stake. The severity of the fines should be proportional to the potential damage to the trees and should increase for multiple infractions. Maintaining Good Communications It is important to work together as a team. You may share clear objectives with your arborist and your builder, but one subcontractor can destroy your prudent efforts. Construction damage to trees is often irreversible. Visit the site at least once a day if possible. Your vigilance will pay off as workers learn to take your wishes seriously. Take photos at every stage of construction. If any infraction of the specifications does occur, it will be important to prove liability. Final Stages It is not unusual to go to great lengths to preserve trees during construction, only to have them injured during landscaping. Installing irrigation systems and rototilling planting beds are two ways the root systems of trees can be damaged. Remember also SEL Page 22 of 26 SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A that small increases in grade (as little as 2 to 6 inches) that place additional soil over the roots can be devastating to your trees. Careful planning and communicating with landscape designers and contractors is just as important as avoiding tree damage during construction. Post-Construction Tree Maintenance Your trees will require several years to adjust to the injury and environmental changes that occur during construction. Stressed trees are more prone to health problems such as disease and insect infestations. Talk to your arborist about continued maintenance for your trees. Continue to monitor your trees, and have them periodically evaluated for declining health or safety hazards. Despite the best intentions and most stringent tree preservation measures, your trees still might be injured from the construction process. Your arborist can suggest remedial treatments to help reduce stress and improve the growing conditions around your trees. (1998, 2004 International Society of Arboriculture. UPDATED JULY 2005) SEL Page 23 of 26 SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A APPENDIX E: WORKS CITED: Ten Common Wood Decay Fungi on Landscape Trees—Identification Handbook. Hickman, G. W., and E. J. Perry 1997. Insect Borers of Trees and Shrubs, Michael F. Potter and Daniel A. Potter, Entomologists, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture 2008. Florida Forest Trees, University of Florida Institute for Food and Agriculture Science 2011. Adaptive Siq_nificance of root grafting in Trees, Rigg and Harrar. 1931; Kozlowski and Cooley 1961: Saunier and Wagle, 1965: Graham and Bormann 1966: Kozlowski 1979. Phytophthora Basal Cankers of Oaks in Florida, E. L. Barnard, July 2006. Hypoxylon Cankers of Oaks and Other Hardwoods, Dr. Edward Barnard, Forest Pathologist, Florida Division of Forestry 2010. Wood-boring Insects of Trees and Shrubs Bastiaan M. Drees, John A. Jackman, Michael E. Merchant, The Texas A&M University System 1994. Trees and Shrubs: Shade Tree Borers, W.S. Cranshaw and D.A. Leatherman 2006. How Trees Are Damaged During Construction Pamhlet: 1998, 2004 International Society of Arboriculture. UPDATED JULY 2005 ACTINOPELTE LEAF SPOT OF OAK, W. H. Ridings, Plant Pathology Circular No. 130 Fla. Dept. of Agr. and Cons. Sery. Division of Plant Industry, May 1973 SEL Page 24 of 26 SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A APPENDIX F: ASSUMPTIONS AND LIMITING CONDITIONS: 1) Any legal description provided to the consultant/appraiser is assumed to be correct. Any titles and ownerships to any property are assumed to be good and marketable. No responsibility is assumed for matters legal in character. Any and all property is appraised or evaluated as though free and clear, under responsible ownership and competent management. 2) Care has been taken to obtain all information from reliable sources. All data has been verified insofar as possible; however, the consultant/appraiser can neither guarantee nor be responsible for the accuracy of the information provided by others. 3) The consultant/appraiser shall not be required to give testimony or attend court by reason of this report unless subsequent contractual arrangements are made, including payment of an additional fee for services as described in the fee schedule and contract of engagement. 4) Loss or alteration of any part of this report invalidates the entire report. 5) Possession of this report or a copy thereof does not imply right of publication or use for any purpose by any other than the person to whom it is addressed, without the prior expressed written or verbal consent of the consultant/appraiser. 6) Neither all nor any part of the contents of this report, nor copy thereof, shall be conveyed by anyone, including the client, to the public through advertising, public relations, news, sales, or other media, without prior expressed written or verbal consent of the consultant/appraiser particularly as to value conclusions, identity of the consultant/appraiser, or any reference to any professional society or institute or to any initialed designation conferred upon the consultant/appraiser as stated in his qualification. 7) This report and values expressed herein represent the opinion of the consultant/appraiser, and the consultant's/appraiser's fee is in no way contingent upon the reporting of a specified value, a stipulated results, the occurrence of a subsequent event, not upon any finding to be reported. 8) Sketches, diagrams, graphs and photographs in this report, being intended as visual aids, are not necessarily to scale and should not be construed as engineering or architectural reports, surveys or drawings. 9) Unless expressed otherwise: (1) information contained in this report covers only those items that were examined and reflects the condition of those items at the time of inspection; and (2) the inspection is limited to visual examination of accessible items without dissection, excavation, probing or coring. There is no warranty or guarantee, expressed or implied, that the problems or deficiencies of the plants or property in question may not arise in the future. SEL Page 26 of 26 SAMUEL E LANSDALE: ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A APPENDIX G: CERTIFICATION AND PERFORMANCE I, Samuel E Lansdale, certify that: • 1 have personally inspected the trees and the property referred to in this report and have stated my findings accurately. The extent of the evaluation or appraisal is stated in the attached report and the Terms of the Assignment. • 1 have no current or prospective interest in the vegetation or the property that is the subject of this report and have no personal interest or bias with respect to the parties involved. The analysis, opinions and conclusions stated herein are my own and are based on current scientific procedures and facts. • The analysis, opinions and conclusions were developed and this report has been prepared according to commonly accepted arboricultural practices. • No one provided significant professional assistance to me, except as indicated within the report. My compensation is not contingent upon the reporting of a predetermined conclusion that favors the cause of the client or any other party nor upon the results of the assessment, the attainment of stipulated results or the occurrence of any subsequent events. • 1 further certify that I am an ISA Certified Arborist and member in good standing with the International Society of Arboriculture. Aal-wa SAMUEL E LANSDALE ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST FL6211A 07/14& DATE SEL Page 26 of 26