E Mail - Hinckley Trace Tree RemovalCarolyn Misch <cmisch@northamptonma.gov>
Hincklet Trace Tree Removal
Carolyn Misch <cmisch@northamptonma.gov>Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 12:00 PM
To: Robert Boulrice <bbboulrice@hotmail.com>
Hi Bob
The trees that are hazard and are to come down that were not specified on the plan (trees 3-5) would not need to be replaced.
However tree #6 should be replaced with a deciduous tree generally in that location.
For the 2 trees (1 and 2) that are significant trees that were to be protected, removal of these would still fall under the significant tree
ordinance (here). In accordance with this ordinance, trees that are over 20" DBH that are removed for a project must be replaced in
accordance with a particular replacement schedule that is more than just tree for tree. New trees to replace significant trees must be
overseen for their maintenance for at least 2 years. Since this project completion was less than two years ago, the HOA would be
responsible for addressing the demise, removal and replacement of these two trees in accordance with the replacement schedule in
the zoning.
This means that for these trees which add up at the permit time to 56", the HOA would need to plant 28" in caliper of new deciduous
trees or about 14, 2" trees. If you cannot plant all 14 trees on site, then you can plant a combination on site and the remainder you can
pay into the City's tree replacement fund.
I would recommend that the HOA convene to determine how many trees could be planted, what species and size would be selected
for this area or other areas on site, and submit the proposal to me. I can then take that to the Planning Board for them to confirm the
change in the site plan.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
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