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Planning & Zoning Commissionl Local Planning Agency July 28, 2010 Page 2 is attached and made a part of the minutes), A brief discussion ensued regarding the City's current tree replacement requirements and the removal of undesirable trees. Mr. Parkhurst asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak in favor of, or in opposition to, the request. No one came forward. Fifth Item of Eusiness: SPR 1007: 95 Concord Drive Continued. Waiver request from the replacement requirements for tree removal provided in ULDR Section 314.16, Remedial action, for the property located at 95 Concord Drive. Mr. Eric Raasch, Planner I, stated that this item was continued at the June 23, 2010 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, He said the Commission requested staff collect additional information. Mr. Raasch stated that four of the trees were determined to be undesirable and are exempt from the tree protection requirements. He said the remainder of the trees could not be inspected due to the condition of the property. He said the applicant has agreed to clear a portion of the lot to gain access to inspect the tree stumps. Mr. Raasch stated that he received an updated cost for the trees which reduced the tree bank contribution. Mr. Raasch requested that this item be continued. He said the applicant would like to address the Board. The Commission requested that staff thank the City's arborists for conducting their inspection. Mr. Parkhurst asked the applicant to come forward. Mr. Mike Anderson, 105 Roann Drive, Oviedo, Florida came forward. Mr. Anderson explained that the trees were removed because they were hazardous and posed a liability. He said the tree company that was hired to remove the trees stated a permit was not required. He said he was not aware that a permit was required to remove dead trees or the City's tree replacement requirements for the removal of dead trees. Mr. Anderson stated that a Code Enforcement Officer visited the site while the tree company was removing the trees and was shown the trees that were being removed. He said if she had stopped the work at that time he would not be in this situation. He said the tree company employee that removed the trees was unable to attend tonight's meeting; however, he would be available to attend the next meeting He said a neighbor called the City and stated that live trees were being removed on the site and he felt that started this issue.