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CITY HALL
33325 8th Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
(253) 835-7000
www.cityoffederalway.com
Steve Ikerd
City of Federal Way - Parks
33325 8th Ave South
Federal Way, WA 98003
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property adjacent to the Chafee residence� located at 31021 391h Ave SW. The two -stem big leaf maple
tree, which is located to the northwest of the Chaffee's boundary fence, is within an erosion hazard area
and the buffer of a Category I wetland as well as being located within shoreline jurisdiction. Because the
tree is located within critical area buffers, any modification is subject to review by the Federal Way
Community Development Department. The Department has issued Interpretation # 10-0 1 that provides
clarification of the proper procedure and decision criteria for vegetation removal within identified critical
areas.
DECISION
Mr. Bryce Landrud, an ISA Certified Arborist, has determined that in its current condition the tree in
question has defects, wildlife damage, and some lean toward the residence, and is therefore deemed
necessary for removal. Pursuant to Mr. Landrud's recommendation, in conjunction with an analysis of
Interpretation #10-0 1, the city hereby authorizes the removal of the above -mentioned tree to an
appropriate height as determined by Mr. Landrud.
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Analysis of Interpretation #10-01 Criteria
ADDroval criteria for InteMretation #10-0 1 are addressed below:
1. The proposed activity will not adversely affect water quality. Tree roots will not be disturbed anlil
adequate erosion protection of the critical areas will be retained.
2. The proposed activity will not destroy nor damage a significant habitat area. The tree is located
within shoreline and wetland buffers. As such, it provides potential habitat to birds and small
mammals. The reduction in height of the tree will not impact wildlife habitat as there is a dense
population of neighboring trees of similar size nearby.
3. The proposed activity will not adversely affect drainage or stormwater retention capabilities. The
work will have no impact on drainage courses.
Mr. Ikerd
July 18, 2014
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4. The proposed activity will not lead to unstable earth conditions, nor create erosion hazards. The
maintenance is limited in scope. The tree stump, along with the remaining un-touched vegetation, will
stabilize any possible erosion.
5. The proposed activity will not be materially detrimental to any otherproperty, nor to the city as a
whole, including the loss ofsig-nificant open space. The tree work will remove unsafe overhanging
limbs and prevent a potentially hazardous fall. Removal of this tree would not appear to have a
detrimental impact on open space.
6. The proposed activity is necessary to: a) maintain existing pathways and landscaping, ensure the
health q existing vegetation, achieve limitedpruning to allowfor view maintenance, reduce tree �f
mass or redirect tree growth, or similar purposes; andlor b)
vegetation (Emphasis Added). Mr. Landrud has examined the tree in question and deemed it
necessary for removal.
7. The proposed activity does not require review under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEP,4). T
department concludes that this activity is exempt from SEPA review. i
8. The proposed activity is consistent with the requirements ofFWC Chapter 19.120, "Clearing,
Grading, and Tree and Vegetation Retention. " The maintenance of the vegetation is consistent wi
the purpose statement and regulations of FWRC Chapter 19.120. 1
CLOSING
This administrative decision shall not waive comiliance with future C4 of Federal Wi .2olicies, i codes, i
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Intern Kalqn Thomas at (253) 83 5-2622, or Kalon.Thomas@cityoffederalway.com.
Isaac Conlen
Interim Director
c: Kalon Thomas, Planning Intern
14-103030 DocI.D. 66107
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FOdemM�Y
Parks and Facilities Division
Date: June 23, 2014
To: Isaac Conlen, Planning Manager
From, < Stephen Ikerd, Parks & Facilities Manager
I.S.A. Certified Arborist #PN1942A
Subject: Tree removal request
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I requested Thundering Oak to perform an assessment of a big leaf maple tree
on City property adjacent to the Chafee residence; located at 31021 39th Ave.
SW. Bryce reports that this double stem tree has defects, wildlife damage and
some lean toward the residence. Due to the large size and potential target we
are recommending removal of this maple tree ASAP.
Please see attached assessment of which I am in agreement and seek`
permission to handle the tree as recommended by Bryce Landrud a Certified
Arborist contracted with the City.
P.O. Box 1847
AUBURN, WA 98071-1847
OFFICE 253-288-TREE (8733)
FAX: 253.939.5126
WWW.THUNDERINGOAK.COM
ThunderingOak
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Mr. Steve Ikerd
Federal Way ParlZs
Ke: #123 Jim Chaffee Residence/ 3102139' Ave. SW.
Hi Steve,
I looked at this tree some time ago; I thought I'd already prepared this report.... my apologies.
The tree in question is a 2-stem bigleaf maple just northwest of Mr. Chaffee's boundary fence.
There is a significant bark inclusion between the two stems, which appear to be somewhat
Cwrapped' around each other. Both stems are approximately 20 inches in diameter, but only 40-
50 feet tall.
Both stems grow out to the southeast over the fence, landscape, and a significant portion of Mr.
Chaffee's glass — covered atrium and deck. The stems have grown this way due to shading by
nearby alders and a large adjacent hemlock.
There is one large observable step failure visible, as well as many cracked and broken limbs.
Numerous limb failures appear to have been exacerbated by squirrel damage to tension -side b
and cambium surfaces.
There are few positive attributes to this tree; most future tops and limbs that fail will likely hit
the Chaffee home and, with the large glass atrium so close, probably cause significant and
Itryce Landrud
LS-4. Certified Arborist #PN0232