TOORAK, VIC 3142

Description

Removal and replacement of 2 existing trees in front setback. Written Statement – Tree Removal (Trees 7 and 9) Tree details (species, height and trunk girth) Tree 7 – Brachychiton populneus (Kurrajong) • Height: approximately 12 metres • Trunk girth: approximately 204 cm (derived from DBH 65 cm) Tree 9 – Quercus palustris (Pin Oak) • Height: approximately 15 metres • Trunk girth: approximately 173 cm (derived from DBH 55 cm) Both trees are established canopy trees located along the front boundary of the site. Reason for removal Trees 7 and 9 are located directly adjacent to the front boundary fence in a constrained position that limits their ability to develop appropriately and restricts the functional use and design of the front setback. Their proximity to the boundary reduces available soil volume, limits canopy spread, and creates ongoing conflict with site layout, access, and landscape outcomes. Removal of these trees is proposed to enable a more appropriate and sustainable landscape arrangement within the front setback, including the establishment of replacement canopy trees in improved growing conditions that better support long-term health and canopy development. Replacement planting Replacement planting will be undertaken on the site. Two (2) replacement trees (Quercus palustris – Pin Oak) will be planted within the front setback, positioned several metres inside the boundary. The revised location will provide improved soil volume, reduced constraint, and appropriate spacing to allow full canopy development. This will result in a stronger long-term landscape outcome and ensure no net loss of canopy within the site.

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