Reference Document MCU24-0105, OPW24-0119 & RAL24-0016 (As Published)

                                     ARBORIST INSPECTION 3 WERIN ST TEWANTIN


FORM                  Reference to the symmetry of the crown as observed from all angles and in accordance with the morphology of that species, and
                      documented as Poor, Fair or Good.

HEALTH                A trees vigour as exhibited by the crown density, leaf colour, seasonal extension growth, presence of stress indicators, ability to
                      withstand diseases and pests, and the degree of dieback. Where a deciduous tree is inspected without foliage and health is
                      undetermined ‘?’ will be recorded.

Dead:                 Cessation or near cessation of all metabolic processes

Poor:                 Indicating symptoms of extreme stress such as minimal foliage, or extensively damaged leaves from pests and/or diseases. Death
                      probable if tree deteriorates further.

Fair:                 Not nearly of ‘Good’ condition (see below)

Good:                 Usual for that species given normal environmental conditions – full canopy with only minor deadwood, normal leaf size and
                      extension growth, minor pest or disease damage

Excellent:            Better than usual for that species under normal conditions

HEIGHT                The distance in metres from the ground to the highest point in the crown, calculated in the vertical plane. This measurement unless
                      otherwise specified is estimated.

INCLUDED BARK UNION   A union within a tree that has included bark (bark pressing on bark), these unions are more likely to fail as the included bark is
                      equivalent to a split. Often characterized by an acute angle and sometimes forming ribs or flaring immediately below the union
                      where the tree reacts to the weakness by placing secondary growth. Though these unions are weaker than a ‘good ‘union, the risk
                      of failure cannot be calculated, and failure is not certain.

LOPPING / TOPPING     The removal of parts of a tree giving no consideration to the trees natural defence systems.

PRUNING               Systematic removal of branches from a plant whilst considering the trees natural defence systems.

REFERENCE             Unique identifier assigned to an individual report by the author

RETENTION VALUE       Relates to a combination of factors including condition, location, amenity and ULE

Nil:                  Tree would be expected to die or fail soon or is of very high risk or a significant weed

Low:                  Easily replaced or may become problematic if retained given the location and species

Moderate:             An asset to the area, retention is desirable, of fair to good condition, not easily replaced