Response to information request REC13/0095

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             4. TREE PROTECTION MANAGEMENT PROPOSAL:

         The information within the tree protection plan gives details which are to be followed during
         the development of the site. The tree protection plan refers to the Australian Standard, AS
         4970   -
                    2009 Protection of trees on development sites, and to industry guidelines and best

         practice.

         The aim of the tree protection       plan is to ensure that all trees identified for retention are
         retained for longevity within reason of typical stability and healthy condition in location within
         the new development construction site.


         All tree that are to be retained      on   site will be monitored and managed to the following
         guidelines and!

             4.1.         Site Induction & Awareness Briefings
         TREE FIX is to liaise with     a   designated onsite foremen/supervisor from the construction
         company to insure that the Tree Protection Plan is adhered to in Arborist absence from site.

         The workers and        respected contractors on the site are to be made aware of the Tree
         Protection Plan by the main contractor prior to commencing works.


             4.2.         Tree Protection Zone Marking, Fencing and Signage Needs
         Prior to any works commencing on the site the Tree Protection Fence (TPF), shall be
         installed with appropriate listed materials or marked at as listed radius from trees between
         chainage points, in the presence of TREE FIX in guided by the Australian Standard, AS 4970
         -
           2009 Protection of Trees on Development Sites. The location of the Line marking paint or
         fence is to be agreed with TREE FIX and will follow guidelines as required set out in "Tree
         Protection FencIng".


             4.3.         TPZ and SRZ calculations
         All trees require a Tree Protection Zone has been determined by stem calculations. However
         TREE FIX may     designate encroachment zone as guided by AS4970 and or determine is
         appropriate natural protections.

             4.4.         During Construction Access
         Access to the TPZ is prohibited or restricted to those with permission. (permissions granted
         to Liam Haynes). The site Project Arborist, TREE FIX is required to attend the site when
         works are to be undertaken which may affect trees or the roots which are being protected by
         the TPZ. TREE FIX shall oversee, advice and assist as and where required. Details of any
         works carried out are to be recorded by TREE FIX and made available upon request.


         Site Monitoring    -
                             TREE FIX will carry out and record regular inspections of the site

         incorporating the following to be added to the certification:

             .   The trees within     the   TPZ, and record any observation, e.g. Leaves becoming
                 discoloured if unseasonable, dieback in the canopy, splits in bark, etc.
             .   The TPZ fence to ensure that it remains in the correct position. If changes or defects
                 are   noted these are to be recorded, the site foreman/ supervisor notified and the

                 changes or defects rectified as soon as possible.
             .   Impacts which may arise from construction.
             .
                 Landscaping compliance with the TPZ.
             .
                 Any rectification / remedial action which may be required at any stage is done so as
                 specified by TREE FIX.

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