OPW15/0195 Supporting Information- Clearing Vegetation

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Tree NO.4 Dual trunk Qld Blue Gum

Issue - One co-dominant stem overhanging property; shade.

Recommendation - The removal of this co-dominant stem back to the main trunk will not
upset the canopy balance and should be undertaken by a minimum level 3 arborist.



Tree NO.5 Dead Casuarina.

Issue - Clearly too small (height 6 m, DBH 10 em) to be considered as faunal habitat but
such material adds substantially to the bushfire hazard.

Recommendation - Remove this tree and dispose of off-site.

SUMMARY

1. It is not unreasonable that residents would expect to be able to reduce shade to grow
lawn.

2. Reduction in tree canopies which overhang the property boundary helps to reduce the
bushfire fuel source and helps maintain a fuel free zone Le. a green lawn.

3. Unfettered growth of tree canopies will inevitably encroach directly on to buildings as
well as depositing fuel on to the roof and gutters.

4. Site investigations for this report did not reveal any obvious tree health issues apart from
the recent failure of a large tree. This may have implications for the entire Covenant area.

5. Because the tree failure may be associated with pathogenic rot it is suggested that a close
observance of surrounding trees for obvious signs of declining vitality be undertaken at least
monthly, if not continuously.

6. Issues of encroachment, excess shade and bushfire hazard would be ongoing for the site
managers but a professional review every 12 months may prevent small issues becoming
unmanageable.

7. Redirection of irrigation away from the Covenant area will reduce the potential for fungal
problems and will help contribute to tree stability.




Taylor Ecology                     Arborist Report v3 - Sept 201S            Elandra, Noosa Heads