Arborist Report inc VMP

Arborist Report
14 Serenity Close, Noosa Heads



Council as part of any development permit and can be addressed at the detailed design
stage.

All measures outlined in the VMP are to be implemented by the developer and their
contractors at all times whilst any site works are occurring within the curtilage of the
retained trees. Compliance with the requirements is to be administered by a Project
Arborist (AQF Level 5) with experience in construction supervision.



6.3 DEMOLITION


The following measures are to be implemented during demolition of any existing
dwellings, roadways and other structures on site to be removed, including the existing
sales office:

   ● Prestart meeting to occur with Project Arborist, site supervisor and demolition
        contractor.
   ● TPZ fence to be installed in accordance with VMP drawings (Appendix 1) and in
        consultation with Project Arborist.
   ● All works adjacent or within the TPZ to be supervised by Project Arborist.
   ● All demolition within TPZ to be undertaken with minimal use of heavy machinery.
        Handheld machinery, such as jackhammer, to be used where it is practical to do so.
   ● Any stockpiles of debris are to be stored outside of the TPZ.
   ● Where recommended by the Project Arborist, carry out remedial works to trees as
        follows:
        ­    Decompaction or aeration of the TPZ e.g. via vertical mulching or air spade.
        ­    Any mechanical aeration of the topsoil layer should be undertaken by a suitability
             qualified professional and supervised by the Project Arborist.
        ­    Where required, application of a suitable fertiliser.
        ­    Where required, additional topsoil is to be provided in accordance with AS
             4419:2018 Soils for landscaping and garden use to maintain existing ground levels.
        ­    Apply 100mm native forest mulch within fenced TPZ area to 100m settled depth.



6.4 CONSTRUCTION


Construction management is a necessary and critical part of protection of trees on
development sites. The following sections of the Arborist Report identify:

        1. General construction requirements for all trees.
        2. Specific requirements for individual trees.


6.4.1       GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL TREES


Construction management measures for retained trees are indicated on the VMP drawings
(Appendix 1) and include:




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