FLD2008-05013, 100 CORONADO DR, LARGE FORMAT DRAWINGS - October 21, 2008
Tree Inventory
Clearwater Beach Resort &Hotel
Clearwater, Florida
Prepared by: Alan Mayberry, Consulting Arborist
April 21, 2008
For: Keith Zayac & Associates Inc.
The following report is submitted by Alan Mayberry, Consulting Arborist, and includes
fIndings that I believe are accurate based on my education, experience and knowledge in
the fIeld of Arboriculture. I have no interest personally or financially in this property and
my report is factual and unbiased. This report is the property of Keith Zayac &
Associates Inc., and will not be given to other entities unless so directed.
Tree Canopy Analysis and site overview
The subject site is an existing commercial site on Clearwater Beach. The tree canopy is
comprised almost entjrely of paL'TI species that were planted for landscape purposes. In
addition, the inventory includes palms growing on City of Clearwater property west of
the proposed site. The following tree inventory will identify the best trees for
preservation or transplanting.
Tree Inventory Data
A tree inventory is a written record of a tree's condition at the time of inspection. It is a
valuable tool to prioritize tree maintenance and remove trees with problems that could
lead to failure and cause personal injury or property damage. The tree inventory lists four
codes and also has a comment section. The following is an explanation of the data used in
the inventory:
Tree# - location - Each tree is assigned a number for reference in the inventory that
corresponds with a number on the site plan that identifies the location of the tree in the
field.
Size - Tree size is a measure of the tree's trunk diameter measured at 4.5' above grade. If
there is a fork in the trunk at that point the diameter is measured at the narrowest area
below the fork. Palm species are measured in feet of clear trunk (C.T.).
Species - Each tree is listed by its common and botanical name the first time it is listed in
the inventory. For simplicity the tree is listed by its common name thereafter.
Condition Rating - The condition rating is an assessment of the tree's overall structural
strength and systemic health. Elements of structure include: 1) the presence of cavities,
decayed wood, split, cracked, rubbing branches etc., 2) branch arrangements and
attachments, i.e., well spaced vs. several branches emanating from the same area on the
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trunk, codominant stems vs. single leader trunk, presence of branch collars vs. included
bark.
Elements of systemic health relate to the tree's overall energy system measured by net
photosynthesis (food made) vs. respiration (food used). A tree with good systemic health
will have a vascular system that moves water, nutrients and photosynthate around the tree
as needed. Indicators of a healthy systemic system used in the overall condition rating
include: 1) live crown ratio (the amount oflive crown a tree has relative to its mass), 2)
crown density (density of the foliage), 3) tip growth (shoot elongation is a sign that the
tree is making and storing energy.
The overall condition rating also takes into consideration the species, appearance and any
unique features. The rating scale is 0-6 with 0 being a dead tree and 6 a specimen.
Increments of 0.5 are used to increase accuracy. Examples of the tree rating system are as
follows:
0- A dead tree
1- A tree that is dying, severely declining, hazardous, harboring a COIr.u'Uu..'1icable disease
or a tree designated by the State of Florida's Exotic Pest Plant Council as a category #1
ecological pest i.e., Brazilian pepper tree (Schinus terebinthifolius). A tree with a rating
of 1 should be removed as it is beyond treatment and is a threat to cause personal injury
or property damage.
2 - A tree exhibiting serious structural defects such as codominant stems with included
bark at or near the base, large cavities, large areas of decayed wood, crown die back,
cracked/split scaffold branches etc. In addition, a tree with health issues such as low
energy, low live crown ratio, serious disease or insect problems, nutritional deficiencies
or soil pH problems. A tree with a rating of #2 should be removed unless the problem(s)
can be treated. A tree with a #2 condition rating will typically require a considerable
amount of maintenance to qualify for an upgrade of the condition rating.
3- A tree with average structure and systemic health and with problems that can be
corrected with moderate maintenance. A tree with a codominant stem not in the basal
area that will be subordinated or cabled and braced or a codominant stem that will soon
have included bark can be included as a #3. A tree with a rating of #3 has average
appearance, crown density and live crown ratio and should be preserved if possible.
4- A tree with a rating of 4 has good Structure and systemic health with minor problems
that can be easily corrected with minor maintenance. The tree should have an attractive
appearance and be essentially free of any debilitating disease or insect problem. The tree
should also have above average crown density and live crown ratio. Mature trees
exhibiting scars, old wounds, small cavities or other problems that are not debilitating can
be included in this group particularly if they possess unique form or other aesthetic
amenities relating to their age. A tree with a rating of 4 is valuable to the property and
should be preserved.
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5 - A tree with very high live crown ratio and exceptional structure and systemic health
and virtually free of insect or disease problems or nutritional deficiencies. A tree in this
category should have a balanced crown with exceptional aesthetic amenities. A tree in
this category should be of a species that possesses characteristics inherent to longevity
and withstanding construction impacts. A tree with a #5 rating lends considerable value
to the site and should be incorporated into the site design. A tree with a #5 rating is
worthy of significant site plan modification to ensure its preservation.
6 - A specimen tree. A specimen tree is a tree that possesses a combination of superior
qualities in regards to systemic health, structural strength, crown density, live crown
ratio, form (balanced crown), overall aesthetic appeal, size, species, age and uniqueness.
A great effort should be made to preserve a specimen tree including shifting structures
that would adversely impact the tree. In addition, a specimen tree should have an
undisturbed area equal to its dripline (equal to the branch spread) to grow in. Only an
experienced and competent International Society of Arboriculture (l.S.A.) Certified
Arborist should be allowed work on a specimen tree.
Comments: The comment section serves to note observations relative to the tree but not
covered in the inventory data or expands on information in the inventory data. It may
include maintenance recommendations to improve the tree's overall condition rating. It
may also have recommendations on whether to remove or preserve a tree.
NOTE: A tree inventory is typically valid for 3-5 years. However, events such as
drought, lightning, mechanical root damage, freeze, improper maintenance and
severe storms can downgrade the rating value of a tree. Conversely, remedial
maintenance can upgrade the value. If you suspect that a tree has been adversely
affected, have the tree inspected by a qualified International Society of
Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist.
Note: Whenever possible it is advised to adhere to inventory recommendations when
selecting trees to be preserved. For example, trees rated 4.0 and higher should be
preserved if at all possible, while trees rated 2.0 and lower should be removed unless
otherwise noted in the inventory. Trees rated 2.5 are generally recommended for removal
unless remedial work is performed to upgrade them. Trees rated 3.0 and 3.5 are average
trees that have good potential and warrant serious consideration for preservation but not
to the extent that site plan modifications are necessary.
This tree inventory was conducted on April 21, 2008
NOTE: Trees are shown in the inventory by diameter inches of trunk measured at 4.5'
above grade unless there is a fork then the measurement is taken at the narrowest area
between the fork and grade. Palms are protected per city code when the trunk(s) have
greater than 10' of clear trunk (CT) and are depicted accordingly.
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Tree Inventory
Tree # Size Species Ratine
I. 4" woman's tongue (Albizia lebbeck) 0.5
2. 12 CT. sabal palm (Sabal palmetto) 3.5
3. 20' sabal palm 4.0
4. IS" Norfolk Island pine (Araucaria heterophylla) 2.0
5. 20" Norfolk Island pine 2.0
6. 13" Norfolk Island pine 2.0
7. II'C.T. Senegal date palm (Phoenix reclinata) 2.0
8. 18' C.T. sabal palm 3.5
9. 14' C.T. sabal palm 3.0
10. 15' C.T. sabal palm 2.5
II. 14' C.T. sabal palm 2.5
12. 30' C. T. Washington palm (Washingtonia robusta) 4.0
13. 30' CT. Washington palm 4.0
14. II'CT. sabal palm 3.5
15. 18' C.T. sabal palm 3.0
16. 16' C T. sabal palm 3.5
17. 15' CT. sabal palm 3.0
18. 10' C.T. Senegal date palm 2.5
19. 4-stem cluster(1 stem 12'C.T.) Senegal date palm 3.0
20. 3-stem cluster(1 stem 13'C.T.) Senegal date palm 2.0
2I. 20' C.T. sabal palm 4.0
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22. 18' sabal palm 2.5
23. 38' CT. Washington palm 3.0
24. 43' CT. Washington palm 3.0
25. 36' CT. Washington palm 3.5
26. 40' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
27. 35' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
NOTE: Trees #28 - 97 are located on public property owned by the City of Clearwater
and consists of recently installed palm trees.
28. 10' CT. Washington palm 3.5
29. 10' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
30. 10' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
3l. 10' C.T. Washington palm 4.0
32. 10' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
33. 10' C.T. Washington palm 4.0
34. 12' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
35. 12' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
36. 12' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
37. 11' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
38. 10' CT. sabal palm 3.5
39. 11' C.T. sabal palm 3.5
40. 8' C.T. sabal palm 3.5
4l. 8' C.T. sabal palm 3.5
42. 10'C.T. sabal palm 3.5
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43. 10' C.T. sabal palm 3.5
44. 10' C.T. sabal palm 3.5
45. 9' C.T. sabal palm 3.5
46. 9' CT. date palm (Phoenix dactylifera var. 'Medjool') 4.5
47. 9' C.T. sabal palm 3.5
48. 10' C.T. sabal palm 0.0
Comments: This palm may be dead as there is no live tissue visible in the bud.
49. 8' CT. sabal palm 3.0
50. 8' C.T. sabal palm 2.5
51. 10' C.T. sabal palm 2.5
52. 9' CT. sabal palm 3.0
53. 10' C.T. sabal palm 3.5
54. 8' C.T. sabal palm 3.0
55. 9' C.T. Medjool palm 4.5
56. 9' C.T. sabal palm 3.0
57. 10' CT. sabal palm 2.5
58. 8' C.T. sabal palm 0.0
Comments: This palm may be dead as there is no live tissue visible in the bud.
59. 8' C.T. sabal palm 2.5
60. 9' CT. sabal palm 2.5
61. 11' C.T. sabal palm 3.0
62. 11' C.T. sabal palm 3.0
63. 10' C.T. sabal palm 3.0
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64. 9' C.T. Medjool palm 4.5
65. 10' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
66. 10' C.T. Washington palm 3.0
67. 10' c.T. Washington palm 3.5
68. 11' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
69. 10' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
70. 11' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
71. 12' C.T. Washington palm 4.0
72. 11' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
73. 12' C.T. sabalpalm 3.0
74. 9' C.T. sabal palm 2.5
75. 9' C.T. sabal palm 3.0
76. 10' C.T. sabal palm 0.0
Comments: This palm may be dead as there is no live tissue visible in the bud.
77. 12' C.T. sabal palm 3.0
78. 11' C.T. sabalpalm 3.0
79. 10' C.T. sabal palm 3.0
80. 9' C.T. Medjool palm 4.5
81. 10' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
82. 12' C.T. Washington palm 4.0
83. 12' C.T. Washington palm 4.0
84. 11' C.T. Washington palm 4.0
85. 11' C.T. Washington palm 4.0
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86. 11' CT. Washington palm 4.0
87. 11' C.T. Washington palm 4.0
88. 11' CT. Washington palm 4.0
89. 11' C.T. Washington palm 4.0
90. 11' CT. Washington palm 4.0
91. 11' C.T. Washington palm 4.0
92. 11' CT. Washington palm 4.0
93. 10' CT. Washington palm 3.5
94. 11' CT. Washington palm 3.5
95. 12' C.T. Washington palm 3.5
96. 12' CT. Washington palm 3.5
97. 12' C.T. Washington palm 0.5
Comments: This palm only has a speck of green tissue in the bud.
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FLD2008-05013
100 CORONADO DR
CLEARWATER BEACH RESORT & HOTEL