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                                                                                      Consult Arborist

S UBJECT V EGETATION
The existing vegetation currently occupying the site consists of three main plants, that were
likely planted as part of, or added to, the original landscaping. It was noted the vegetation
garden bed is in poor condition, the soil appears dry, compact, and devoid of beneficial mulch
or soil life.

Tree 1
Tree 1, a local Lilly Pilly species, is planted towards the south eastern corner of the site,
standing 6-7m in height with a trunk diameter of 200-250mm. The general health of the tree
has reduced vigour for its potential age. The health has likely been affected by the poor ground
conditions and the restrictive planting space where the foundations of the boundary wall within
1m would limit the root spread.

A severed root, 60-70mm in diameter, was observed that once grew across into the
neighbouring Lot. This appears to have been cut to facilitate the constitution of the dwelling
and the installation of the services.

The proposed design would be located within 1.5m of the tree, this measurement does not
allow for the constructability of the dwelling including the erection of safety scaffolding, etc.
The limited space that it is afforded in the new design would likely cause a further reduction in
growth rates and reduce its amenity value further.

The retention of Tree 1 within the proposed project design is not supported.




   Figure 4: Tree 1 in proximity to the neighbouring   Figure 5: Tree 1 close to the front wall. Past root
                        dwelling                                severance is circled in orange.




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