12-102124CITY OF
Federal Way
May 31, 2012
Ms. Diane D. Evans
PO Box 325
Milton, WA 98354
Re: File #12-102124-00-AD; RESPONSE To INQUIRY
Evans; 37612 18th Place South, Federal Way
Dear Ms. Evans:
CITY HALL
33325 8th Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
(253) 835-7000
www.cityoffederalway.com
FILE
This letter responds to your May 11, 2012, e-mail inquiry regarding trimming and/or removal of potential
hazard trees within Tract A of the Regency Woods Division 1 Plat. You noted that these trees present a
potential risk to your property and that they appear to be diseased or infested by insects.
According to the plat, Tract A is designated as a NGPE (Native Growth Protection Easement) to be
owned and maintained by the Homeowners' Association. Note # 1 of the Regency Woods Division 1 plat
states, "The vegetation within the easement may not be cut, pruned, covered by fill, removed or damaged
without express permission from King County which permission must be obtained in writing from the
King County Building and Land Development Division or its successor agency" ("successor agency" _
City of Federal Way).
While the photos you submitted are helpful, in order to review the trees proposed to be removed, please
provide a professionally prepared arborist's report that identifies the location, number, type, and size of
trees to be removed; the hazardous conditions of the subject trees; the method of removal (noting if any
stumps are to be retained); and clarifies if any replacement vegetation is proposed. Please use the
enclosed Resubmittal Information Form and reference file #12-102124-AD.
The city will reply in writing to the request to remove hazardous trees once the submitted information has
been reviewed. Please do not hesitate to contact me at janet.shull@cityoffederalway.com, or 253-835-
2644, if you have any questions about this letter.
Sincerely,
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Jan- t Shull, MCP, CSBA, LEED Green Associate
�SglAor Planner
Enc: Resubmittal Form
Doc I D. 61227
Isaac Conlen
From: Diane Evans <ladydi98_99@yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, May 11, 2012 12:16 PM
To: Isaac Conlen
Cc: 'Kris O'Neal'
Subject: Re: Safety Concerns and Greenbelt tree removal
Attachments: Safety Concerns -Trees in Greenbelt.pdf
Good afternoon Issac,
I have been in communication with Steve Ikerd and Kris O'Neal (cc'd on this e-mail) regarding concerns over a
cluster of trees that are located in the greenbelt adjacent to my property. They appear to be diseased and/or
infested by insects. They have been dropping large limbs onto my property. That paired with a few close calls
and a large tree that struck a neighbors house, brings me to looking into whether one or more of these trees
should be trimmed or removed (please see attached pdf document with photos and explanations of concern). I
understand and support the preservation of trees, especially in wetland/free growth areas. After watching this
situation become more dire in the last year, I feel it has become too much of a risk.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you,
Diane Evans
37612 18th Place South
Federal Way, WA 98003
From: Kris O'Neal <cmmko(cD-aol.com>
To: 'Diane Evans' <ladydi98 99@vahoo.corn>; 'Kris O'Neal' <kris(cD_cmm-wa.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 10, 2012 12:04 PM
Subject: RE: Regency Woods HOA Web Site: Greenbelt tree removal and fence replacement
Diane — I did talk with Steve on this issue. He said in order to remove any trees in that area, photos are
needed as well as specific concerns. This is a wetland area and trees are not allowed to be removed without
good reason". Photo's and concerns can be sent to the following email address to get approval to remove. If
the City approves, the HOA will allow you to remove those trees. Please include me in your correspondence.
Isaac.con len a,cityoffederalway.com
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'donday, April 16, 2012 10:43 AM
To: Kris O'Neal
Subject: Re: Regency Woods HOA Web Site: Greenbelt tree removal and fence replacement
Hi Kris,
I contacted the City of Federal Way and spoke to the Parks and Facilities Manager, Steve Ikerd at 253-835-
6911. He did some research and found that the trees located in the greenbelt behind my house have a listed
ownership of "Regency Woods # 1 ". Steve recommended I speak to the Regency Woods Homeowners
Association to discuss how we can have these hazardous trees removed. If you have any questions regarding
ownership, please feel free to contact Steve directly.
We are anxious to begin replacing our fence, however we need to address the safety concerns that these trees
are posing first. Can you please let me know what are the next appropriate steps are from your end?
Thank you,
Diane Evans
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A large deciding factor for purchasing our house was being able to
enjoy the beautiful greenbelt. We are not in favor of cutting
down trees and understand the importance of preserving
wetlands. The concern for our safety, the safety of our neighbors,
and our property has compelled us to bring our concerns to you.
Every time there is a wind storm, we hear trees falling in the
greenbelt. A tree fell a couple years ago and hit a neighbors
house. We want to prevent any future damage or injury.
Thank you for your time and attention.
Diane Evans
Regency Woods Lot 102
37612 18th Place South
Federal Way, WA 98003
E-mail:ladydi98 99@yahoo.com