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Planning Commission Packet - October 1, 2013
A CENTRAL POINT CITY OF CENTRAL POINT PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA October 1, 2013 - 6:00 p.m. I. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL Planning Commission members Chuck Piland, Mike Oliver, Tim Schmeusser, Tom Van Voorhees, Susan Szczesniak, Craig Nelson Sr. and Kay Harrison III. CORRESPONDENCE IV. MINUTES Review and approval of August 6, 2013 Planning Commission Minutes. V. PUBLIC APPEARANCES VI. BUSINESS A. OSP Communication Tower Conditional Use Permit B. Review of Street Tree Guide VII. DISCUSSION A. Twin Creeks TOD Update B. Urban Growth Boundary Alternative Criteria VIII. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEWS IX. MISCELLANEOUS X. ADJOURNMENT City of Central Point Planning Commission Minutes August 6, 2013 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 6:00 P.M. II. ROLL CALL Commissioners Chuck Piland, Mike Oliver, Tom Van Voorhees, Craig Nelson, Kay Harrison and Tim Schmeusser were present. Susan Szczesniak was absent. Also in attendance were: Tom Humphrey, Community Development Director, Don Burt, Planning Manager, and Karin Skelton, Planning Secretary. III. CORRESPONDENCE—None IV. MINUTES Craig Nelson made a motion to approve the minutes of the July 2, 2013. Mike Oliver seconded the motion. ROLL CALL: Mike Oliver, yes; Tom Van Voorhees, yes; Tim Schmeusser, yes; Craig Nelson, yes; Kay Harrison, yes. Motion passed. V. PUBLIC APPEARANCES—None VI. BUSINESS VII. DISCUSSION State Police Communications Tower. Don Burt presented Resolution 793, the proposed zoning adjustment for the State Police Communications Tower to a Class A Non-Conforming use per CPMC Section 17.56.040. At the time the Tower was constructed the property was zoned R-2 and communication towers were permitted. He explained that the zoning was changed to TOD (EC) in 1998. At the time of the rezoning the Tower's non-conforming status was not considered. Thus, by default it is considered a Class B non-conforming use. It was stressed that the Tower is needed for the continued protection, safety and general welfare of the public. It has been in use since 1998 and has not been the cause of any complaints or other issues. By re-classifying the Tower as a Class A Non- Conforming use, it would allow greater flexibility in the continued use, maintenance and operation of the Tower consistent with the purpose and function of the Oregon State Police Headquarters facility. Planning Commission Minutes July 2, 2013 Page 2 There was some discussion regarding other towers in the area and the efforts to keep their appearance minimally intrusive. The current intent is to relocate the Tower approximately 30 feet back on the property. The Tower will remain the same height, which is 80 feet. Craig Nelson moved to approve Resolution 793. Mike Oliver seconded the motion. ROLL CALL: Mike Oliver, yes; Tom Van Voorhees, yes; Tim Schmeusser, yes; Craig Nelson, yes; Kay Harrison, yes. Motion passed. Amendment to Municipal Code Section 17.61050, Table 2 Don Burt presented Resolution 796, the modification of Municipal Code Section I 7.65.050, Table 2 with regard to the conflict between Minimum Area and Average Minimum Area per Dwelling Unit and Minimum and Maximum Density requirement which were in conflict. He proposed that since the density standard is the governing policy standard, the modification should be limited to the minimum and Average minimum area per dwelling unit. Mike Oliver moved to approve Resolution 793. Tom Van Voorhees seconded the motion. ROLL CALL: Mike Oliver, yes; Tom Van Voorhees, yes; Tim Schmeusser, yes; Craig Nelson, yes; Kay Harrison, yes. Motion passed. Amendment to Municipal Code to Add Sidewalk Cafes and Revise Other Code Sections as Necessary Tom Humphrey presented Resolution 794, a recommendation to the City Council to approve amendments to the Municipal Code to add sidewalk cafes and revise other code sections as necessary. Specifically, Title 5 and Chapters 9.54 and 9.64. He stated that Bobbio's Pizza has approached the City about serving food and alcoholic beverages in front of their business. The City envisions this practice in front of other restaurants in the Downtown, however, the Municipal Code Chapters 9.54—Intoxication and 9.64—Obstructing Public Passage were prohibitive of this proposal. The City Attorney recommended the introduction of a Sidewalk Café ordinance which would provide both opportunity and safeguards for outdoor dining and drinking. He indicated the Department's intention to add Sidewalk Café's to Chapter 5 and make two subtle changes in Chapters 9.54 (Intoxication) and 9.64( Obstructing Public Passage) which will make Sidewalk Café's consistent with the rest of the code. He added that there do not appear to be any significant issues with these revisions. The provisions for Sidewalk Cafes have been used successfully in Ashland for years without any negative consequences. Changes to Chapters 5 and 9 are all very straightforward amendments that can be made locally and quickly. To keep the ambience of the area advertising would not be allowed on the umbrellas except for printing directly on the fabric. Planning Commission Minutes July 2, 2013 Page 3 There was some concern regarding redundancy in the code and the need to clarify the language. Mr. Humphrey stressed that permits would be required and would dictate the conditions governing the Sidewalk Café's. All permits would expire December 31 s`and would need to be renewed each January. Tom Van Voorhees made a motion to approve Resolution 794 with the recommended language adjustment to clarify pc niissible advertising on sidewalk café sites. Kay Harrison seconded the motion. ROLL CALL: Tom Van Voorhees, yes; Kay Harrison, yes; Mike Oliver, yes; Tim Schmeusser, yes; Craig Nelson, yes. Motion passed. Intent to Amend Municipal Code Section 1124 Sign code:Section 17.67 Design Standards— TOD District and TOD Corridor and to use Reserved Section 17.75.050 Signage Standards to Consolidate All Other References top Signs in the Zoning Code. Tom Humphrey presented Resolution 795. Intent to Amend Municipal Code Section 15.24 Sign code; Section 17.67 Design Standards—TOD District and TOD Corridor and to use Reserved Section 17.75.050 Signage Standards to Consolidate All Other References to Signs in the Zoning Code. The Municipal Code currently contains too many various references to signs. Chapter 15 was originally intended to govern the building criteria for signs. The intent is to try to simplify the code. Derek Zwagerman reviewed Chapter 15 and made changes to make it consistent with current building code. There are multiple references to signs throughout the Zoning Code. The intent is to have all references to signs refer to Section 17.75 where all original sign language will be compiled. The differing types of advertising signs were discussed. The possibility of allowing lighted signs only by the freeway with specific conditions governing them was discussed. It was stated that signs by the freeway should be limited to a height of 60 feet. The TOD district should be kept more controlled and sophisticated, such as back lit or halo type signs. Any changes to the Zoning code would require notification and approval to the DLCD Mike Oliver made a motion to approve Resolution 795. Kay Harrison seconded the motion. ROLL CALL: Mike Oliver, yes; Kay Harrison, yes, Tom Van Voorhees, yes, Tim Schmeusser, yes; Craig Nelson, yes. Motion passed. VIII. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEWS IX. MISCELLANEOUS X. ADJOURNMENT Planning Commission Minutes July 2, 2013 Page 4 Mike Oliver made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Tom VanVoorhees seconded the motion. Meeting was adjourned at 7:25 p.m. The foregoing minutes of the August 6, 2013 Planning Commission meeting were approved by the Planning Commission at its meeting on the day of , 2013. Planning Commission Chair OSP COMMUNICATION TOWER CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT Oryd City of Central Point, Oregon CENTRAL Community Development 140 S 3rd Street, Central Point, OR 97502 POINT Tom Humphrey, AICP, 541.664.3321 Fax 541.664.6384 Oregon Community Development Director www.centralpointoregon.gov STAFF REPORT October 1, 2013 AGENDA ITEM: FILE NO. 13014 Consideration of Resolution No. 797 approving a Conditional Use Permit for ODOT State Radio Project (communications tower) located at 4500 Rogue Valley Hwy(Oregon State Police Headquarters), allowing for the removal and relocation of the existing Class A non-conforming communications tower. The property is identified on the Jackson County Assessor's map as 37S 2W 03BD, Tax Lot 900. The 3.57 acre project site is within the TOD-EC zoning district. Applicant: Oregon Department of Transportation,Agent Kevin Provance,Black&Veach. STAFF SOURCE: Don Burt, Planning Manager Background: On August 6, 2013, by Resolution No. 793, •,• the Planning Commission approved the existing communication tower as a Class A Non-Conforming structure/use. Section 17.56.060 sets forth regulations for the modification of Class A non-conforming uses. Attachment"B—Findings"addresses each of the regulations. • «'.. Approval of the Class A existing communications tower was conditional, • E? requiring that any changes in the use or ,' location of the communications tower would require receipt of a conditional use fl, >. permit. imu • 1' v cr Lora op General Project Description: Because of the nature of the communications tower as a necessary * accessory use/structure to the operation of the Oregon State Police headquarters, a communications tower is needed for the continued protection, safety, and general welfare of the public. The existing communications tower is located on the northerly edge of the property(setback 35 ft. from side property line and over 100 ft. from the front and rear property lines, Figure 1, White Star). The communications tower is constructed of metal and is 80 ft. in height. The nearest property adjacent to the existing communications tower is zoned TOD-LMR, owned by the City and intended for use as an arboretum. The proposed communications tower will be located approximately 60 feet northeast of the existing communications tower(Figure 1, Red Star), and set back 10 feet from the side property line. The City arboretum is immediately east of the proposed new communications tower. In addition to the proposed communications tower the Applicant is proposing the construction of a new equipment/generator shelter and the installation of a 1,000 gallon propane tank. ISSUES: The Tower has been in use since 1998 and has not been the cause of any complaints or other issues. Other than comments from the Airport there have been no communications from notified agencies or adjacent property owners (within 100 feet). FINDINGS: The Tower has met the criteria set forth in Section 17.56.030 for designation as a Class A Non-Conforming Use(See Attachment "A" Findings of Fact") CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. Planning Department—Within 30-days of completion of the new communications tower the old (existing) communications tower must be removed. 2. Jackson County Airport—A form 7460 shall be approved by FAA prior to issuance of a Building Permit. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide verification of form 7460 at time of submittal for a building permit. ATTACHMENTS/EXHIBITS: Attachment "A"—Resolution No. 797 Attachment "B"- Findings of Fact ACTION: Consideration of Resolution No. 797, approving a conditional use permit for the modification of the existing Class A communications tower. RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 797. Page 2 of 2 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 797 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ALLOWING FOR THE MODIFICATION OF AN EXISTING COMMUNICATIONS TOWER LOCATED ON THE OREGON STATE POLICE HEADQUARTERS SITE (File No: 13016) WHEREAS, on August 6, 2013, by Resolution No. 794 the City of Central Point Planning Commission approved the designation of the communications tower on the Oregon State Police Headquarters as a Class A non-conforming use; and WHEREAS, classification of the existing communications tower was conditional requiring that any changes shall require a conditional use permit; and WHEREAS, the communications tower is a necessary accessory use to the operations of the Oregon State Police Headquarters and is necessary for the continued protection of the public's general health, safety, and welfare; and WHEREAS, NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Central Point Planning Commission by Resolution No. 797 does find that the proposed modification/relocation of the existing communications tower meets all the criteria for modifications to a Class A non-conforming use as set forth in Section 17.56.060 addressed in the Staff Report dated October 1, 2103 and hereby approves the applicant's request for a conditional use per. PASSED by the Planning Commission and signed by me in authentication of its passage this l s' day of October, 2013. Planning Commission Chair ATTEST: City Representative Planning Commission Resolution No. 797 (10/1/13) ATTACHMENT "A2 b.uema.world•ldIl•,.._•- BLACK & VEATCH OREGON DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION STATE RADIO PROJECT CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - TYPE III APPLICATION (PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL) WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY-PUBLIC SERVICE/EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT TOWER (SITING OF A NEW TOWER FACILITY AND REMOVAL OF AN EXISTING TOWER FACILITY)LOCATED IN A TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT-EMPLOYMENT COMMERCIAL(TOD-EC) ZONE Prepared for: Oregon Department of Transportation—State Radio Project 2600 State Street,Building E Salem,Oregon 97301 SCC/CENTRAL POINT DISPATCH-SW HQ (S71501) CITY OF CENTRAL POINT,OREGON T37S,R2W,SECTION 3, TAX LOT 900 Prepared by: Kevin S. Provance,AICP Land Use Planner/Planning Manager Black&Veatch Corporation 5885 Meadows Road,Suite 700 Lake Oswego,Oregon 97035 (503)443-4693 ATTACHMENT ". " ww*.worldrna...w. BLACK& VEATCH Table of Contents A. Land Use Application B. Project Summary Information C. Project Description D. Compliance with City of Central Point,Oregon Land Development Code: Chapter 17.05:Application&Types of Review Procedures Section 17.05.400(Type III Procedure—Quasi-Judicial) Chapter 17.56: Nonconforming Uses Section 17.56.060(Regulations pertaining to ClassA nonconforming uses) Chapter 17.60:General Regulations Section 17.60.040(Antenna Standards) Chapter 17.65:TOD Districts&Corridors Section 17.65.040(Land Use—TOD District) Section 17.65.050(Zoning Regulations—TOD District) Section 17.65.060(Land Use—TOD Corridor) Section 17.65.070(Zoning Regulations—TOD Corridor) Chapter 17.76:Conditional Use Permits Section 17.76.040(Findings&Conditions) E. Exhibits 1. Type III Application Form 2. Project Description&Narrative 3. Application Fee 4. Legal Description 5. Email Authorization for Agent 6. Site Plan/Construction Drawings(3 copies of 8 y x 11) 7. Mailing Labels(All Properties within 100ft of the Subject Parcel) 8. Site Maps of Existing Conditions ^•+�a•r•world•+ra•r.••- BLACK& VEATCH PROPOSAL SUMMARY INFORMATION Date: 8/27/13 Site Name: SCC/Central Point Dispatch/SW HQ(S71501) Applicant: Black&Veatch Corporation Oregon Department of Transportation—State Radio Project c/o Kevin S. Provance,Planning Manager 5885 Meadows Road,Suite 700 Lake Oswego,Oregon 97035 Phone: (503)443-4463 Fax: (503)443-4499 Email: provanceks @bv.com Property Owner: Oregon Department of Administrative Services 1225 Ferry Street Salem, Oregon 97301 Proposed Use: Type III Planning Commission Approval — Quasi-Judicial Procedure for the siting of new 80ft self support tower; 12'x 28' equipment shelter with generator; (1) 1000 gallon propane tank; migration of existing antennas to new tower and the decommissioning of the existing 80ft tower for the purposes of emergency management. Location: 4500 Rogue Valley Highway(Oregon State Police HQ) Central Point, Oregon 97502 Parcel Information: Tax Account# 1-079529-9 Map Tax Lot 372W03BD 900 Lot Size 3.57 acres Zoning/Land Use: TOD-EC(Transit Oriented Development—Employment Commercial)Zone Comprehensive Plan: Commercial 1. tnd**world ofn u....- BLACK & VEATCH PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Oregon Department of Transportation — State Radio Project (SRP) is proposing to construct a new 80ft communication facility with associated equipment,on the grounds at Oregon State Police (OSP) Headquarters located at 4500 Rogue Valley Highway in Central Point. SRP would like to decommission the existing 80ft communication site and migrate all radio antennas and associated equipment onto SRP's proposed tower and shelter in order to keep continued emergency service operational. SRP was created by four state agencies, State Police, Department of Corrections. Department of Forestry and Department of Transportation, in conjunction with other federal, state and county/local agencies, in developing and adequate coverage for such required public services for emergency management. The justification for this proposal is that the current tower is outdated in handling current and future radio antennas on the tower. The proposed tower site will be relocated about 45 feet away from the existing site to be decommission so that the site does not interrupt the foundation of the building, light and air from the building's windows and utilizes better accessibility to the site where other maintenance and operational facilities current reside on the property.Once SRP's communication facility is completed and operational, OSP proposes to decommission their 80ft tower site and migrate all antenna and radio equipment onto SRP's tower and into their shelter in order to consolidate emergency services. OSP will return the site to its original state and comply with City of Central Point's regulations regarding removal and restoration.The anticipated time for such task will be within 30-60 days of SRP tower site being fully operational. This current proposal will be in compliance with the 1995 Conditional Use Permit and Variance Applications to allow a communication facility at the height of 80ft in a commercial zone. In 1998, the property was rezoned to TOD-EC (Transit Oriented Development—Employment Commercial) where communication tower/facilities are not permitted as a use in the district. On August 6, 2013, the Planning Commission deemed this property rezone and reclassified to allow this existing communication facility to reside,under the classification-Class A as a legal nonconforming use.This classification will now allow the tower to be modified within the perimeters of the code. SRP's tower will not increase the required height or the overall visibility of the existing tower on the north side of the OSP's building. SRP's proposal will not require any additional services for operation that current reside on the property. The addition of a generator and a propane tank are requirements for emergency services to continue to operate in the cases where operations are lost due to electrical service interruption. No existing vegetation shall be impacted as a result of this tower. The use of the existing trees on the north property line will continue to be used for visual mitigation. SRP will continue to operate under the required legal nonconforming use and will not impact its legal nonconformity as a result of this proposed design. kauli9•world sel niter BLACK &VEATCH COMPLIANCE WITH LAND USE REGULATIONS CHAPTER 17.05 APPLICATIONS AND TYPES OF REVIEW PROCEDURES Section 17.05.400 Type III Procedure(Quasi-Judicial) Response: State Radio Project (SRP) shall follow all application requirements for a completed application submittal for a Type III Application procedure. A Pm-Application Meeting was conducting by Don Burt, AICP, Planning Manager on 5/28/13, please reference Pre-Application Meeting File# 13016. As for the application requirements, SRP's he application consists of Type III CUP Application Form,Application Fee, Legal Description, Email Authorization for Agent, (3) Copies of 11"x17" scaled drawings, (1) 8.5"x 11"reduced copy of the drawings, mailing labels(all properties within 100ft of the subject parcel) and the project description and narrative demonstrating compliance with all Chapter 17.76.040. CHAFFER 17.56 NONCONFORMING USES Section 17.56.060 Regulations Pertaining to Class A and B Nonconforming Uses A.The following regulations shall apply to all designated Class A nonconforming uses and structures: 1.Class A nonconforming uses and structures shall be permitted to continue in accordance with the provisions and requirements of the most restrictive zoning district in which the use or structure would normally be listed as a permitted use;or conditional use if not listed as a permitted use in any district; 2. Existing legal nonconforming structures and uses shall be permitted to expand, remodel, or otherwise be physically or structurally improved, provided such improvements are in accordance with all applicable codes in effect at the time of the improvements; 3.A Class A nonconforming use shall not be resumed if it has been discontinued for a continuous period of at least twelve months or if it has been changed to a conforming use for any period; 4.No Class A structure or property shall be used,altered or enlarged in violation of any condition that was imposed by the planning commission or city council at the time of its designation as Class A; 5. If a nonconforming structure, or structure containing a nonconforming use, is destroyed by any cause to an extent exceeding fifty percent of the appraised value, as determined by the records of the county assessor, a future structure or use on that property shall conform to the regulations for the district in which it is located; provided, however,that this subsection shall not apply to buildings which have been designated by the city as historic buildings pursuant to Chapter 17_70 of this title; 6.Nothing contained in this title shall require any change in the plans, construction,alteration or designated use of a structure for which a valid building permit existed prior to the adoption of the ordinance codified in this title, except that if the use will be nonconforming and designated Class A, it shall be subject to all appropriate provisions of this section and shall be considered discontinued if not in operation within one year of the date of issuance of the building permit. The owner of such discontinued use may apply for reinstatement of the Class A nonconforming use designation by following the procedure established in Section 17.56.040(B)of this chapter. Response: In 1998, the subject parcel was rezoned from R-2 to TOD-EC, changing the existing tower to a nonconforming use,where towers are not allowed in the TOD-EC.On August 6, 2013, the Planning Commission reclassified under Class A and deemed this tower as a legal nonconforming use, thereby allowing the tower to be modified for continued use. SRP's proposed communication facility will not increase in height or create any additional nonconfortities are a result of it design. This proposal will not impact the legal nonconforming classification and will meet all code regulations as set forth in the City's Land Development Code. CHAPTER 17.60 GENERAL REGUALTIONS • Section 17.60.040 Antenna Standards The purpose of these regulations is to ensure that antennas continue to serve the needs of the community, while assuring that antennas are regulated in a manner that minimized visual impacts. The standards regulating the placement of antennas within the city of Central Point are as set forth in this section. B.Tower-Mounted Antennas. Tower-mounted antennas shall comply with the following standards: 1.Tower-mounted antennas are allowed per Table 2: Table Zoning District P ermitted Use Conditional Use Not Permitted R-2 — — Not Permitted C-2 — — Not Permitted C-5 — Conditional Use — 6,.Ej:S, ,,i [6 M-2 — Conditional Use — C-5 TOD Overlay — — Not Permitted Flo If — �, ii�sitfY�fl 2.Tower-Mounted Antennas, Single. Single tower-mounted antennas are subject to the following general requirements: a. When adjacent to residentially zoned properties, additional tower setback may be required to protect against collapse; b.Towers and tower-mounted antennas shall be painted an unobtrusive color; c. Lighting on towers shall be prohibited unless required by the Federal Aviation Administration; d.Conditional use permit applications may have additional conditions imposed to mitigate the visual impact of the tower and tower-mounted antennas on surrounding properties. Response: SRP's proposal is a classified as a nonconforming use. The modification of this site is allowed based on the classification—Class A and it is therefore subject to this section of the code. The tower site will be setback at minimum, no less than 10 feet from the north property line and more than twice the height of the proposed tower from the east, west and south properties lines. On the north line, residential zoning abuts the property. However, the property has been deemed uninhabitable for residential use and the property is planned for a future arboretum as per the City's Comprehensive Plan. The City currently owns the adjacent property and has planned for such project. The tower is designed to collapse within in its own foot-print. If the tower were to collapse horizontally to the property lines,no residential structures shall be affected as a result. Response: The tower and tower-mounted antennas shall be painted to match and will be compatible to the surrounding areas. The tower will not have any reflective paint as to cause glare. Response: Lighting is not required on the tower and FAA is not requiring this tower be lit at this time. Response: SRP acknowledges that this proposal is subject to any additional conditions under this type of application for the purposes of mitigating any visual impacts of the tower and tower-mounted antennas on surrounding properties. SRP also acknowledges that Planning Staff or the Planning Commission may make conditions of approval in order to mitigate any visual impacts as a result of this proposal. CHAPTER 17.65 TOD DISTRICT& CORRIDORS Section 17.65.040 Land Use--TOD District B.Employment(TOD) 1. EC--Employment Commercial. Retail, service, and office uses are primarily intended for this district. Activities which are oriented and complementary to pedestrian travel and transit are encouraged. Development is expected to support pedestrian access and transit use. Automobile oriented activities are generally not included in the list of permitted uses. Residential uses above ground floor commercial uses are also consistent with the purpose of this zone. Response: SRP proposed use complies with the legal nonconforming classification for the continued use of emergency management services in the TOD-EC District. SRP shall comply with all applicable regulations of the TOD-EC District. Section 17.65.050 Zoning Regulations--TOD District C.Conditional Uses. Conditional uses in Table I are shown with a "C." These uses are allowed if they comply with the applicable provisions of this title.They are subject to the same application and review process as other conditional uses identified in this title. Table 1:TOD District Land Uses Utilities—Conditional Use Permit Response: SRP acknowledges a communication facility will be reviewed as a conditional use permit application. Table 2:TOD District Zoning Standards Building Setbacks in EC Front:Oft Sides: 10 feet(if abutting residential) Rear: 10 feet(if abutting residential) Maximum Building Height in EC Height: 60 feet Response: SRP proposal meets all setback requirements.The tower will be closest to the side property line (north property line) and shall be setback no less than 10 feet. As for height, the continued variance from 1995 allows the tower to be at no more than 80 feet in overall height, this also includes any antennas that may project over the top of the tower. Currently, the existing tower has antennas projecting over the tower. When OSP migrates over to the SRP tower,all antennas shall be no higher than 80ft in overall height to the tower.The maximum overall height of 80ft shall not be exceeded. Section 17.65.060 Land Use--TOD Corridor C.Conditional Uses. Conditional uses in Table I are shown with a "C." These uses are allowed if they comply with the applicable provisions of this title. They are subject to the same application and review process as other conditional uses identified in this title. Table 1: TOD Corridor Land Uses Utilities—Conditional Use Permit Response: SRP acknowledges a communication facility will be reviewed as a conditional use permit application. Table 2:TOD Corridor Zoning Standards Building Setbacks in EC Front: Oft Sides: 10 feet(if abutting residential) Rear: 10 feet(if abutting residential) Maximum Building Height in EC Height:60 feet Response: SRP proposal meets all setback requirements.The tower will be closest to the side property line (north property line) and shall be setback no less than 10 feet. As for height, the continued variance from 1995 allows the tower to be at no more than 80 feet in overall height, this also includes any antennas that may project over the top of the tower. Currently, the existing tower has antennas projecting over the tower. When OSP migrates over to the SRP tower,all antennas shall be no higher than 80ft in overall height to the tower.The maximum overall height of 80ft shall not be exceeded. CHAPTER 17.65 CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS Section 17.76.040 Findings and Conditions The planning commission in granting a conditional use permit shall find as follows: A.That the site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the use and to meet all other development and lot requirements of the subject zoning district and all other provisions of this code; Response: The size and shape of the lot is adequate for the SRP's proposal and shall meet all the development and lot requirements of the subject zoning district as specified in Chapter 17.65 for TOD-EC District. B.That the site has adequate access to a public street or highway and that the street or highway is adequate in size and condition to effectively accommodate the traffic that is expected to be generated by the proposed use; Response: The site has adequate access through two approaches off Highway 99 West. Access to the site can traverse through the back parking lot or the access directly off Highway 99 West(existing curb cut). C.That the proposed use will have no significant adverse effect on abutting property or the permitted use thereof. In making this determination, the commission shall consider the proposed location of improvements on the site; vehicular ingress, egress and internal circulation; setbacks; height of buildings and structures; walls and fences; landscaping; outdoor lighting;and signs; Response: SRP's tower is proposed in a location where no abutting properties are directly impacted and will be built to accommodate existing and future antennas without impacts to light or air to OSP's building and better accessibility to the other maintenance facilities on the property. There are no additional impacts to ingress and egress, internal circulation or impacts to existing vegetation.No additional lighting or signage,other than what is required by FCC, is proposed for this project. All existing landscaping will be utilized for visual mitigation. D.That the establishment, maintenance or operation of the use applied for will comply with local, state and federal health and safety regulations and therefore will not be detrimental to the health, safety or general welfare of persons residing or working in the surrounding neighborhoods and will not be detrimental or injurious to the property and improvements in the neighborhood or to the general welfare of the community based on the review of those factors listed in subsection C of this section; Response: This proposed facility will be constructed to improve the health and safety of the OSP Headquarters and staff. Siting a new tower to handle existing and future antennas,further way from the building is ideal in operating a communication facility and continuing the full use of the property for all staff.As for any health and safety impacts to surrounding property owners, SRP will continue to comply with all FCC standards and regulations as well as any additional state or local regulations in order to operate an communication facility for emergency management. E.That any conditions required for approval of the permit are deemed necessary to protect the public health,safety and general welfare and may include: 1.Adjustments to lot size or yard areas as needed to best accommodate the proposed use; provided the lots or yard areas conform to the stated minimum dimensions for the subject zoning district,unless a variance is also granted as provided for in Chapter 17_13, Response: SRP shall comply with any adjustments to lot size necessary to accommodate a communication facility for emergency management. No adjustments to lot size are proposed as a result of this design. 2.Increasing street widths, modifications in street designs or addition of street signs or traffic signals to accommodate the traffic generated by the proposed use, Response: SRP shall comply with any modifications to street designs, street signs or street signals necessary to accommodate a communication facility for emergency management. No modifications to street designs, street signs or street signals are proposed as a result of this design. 3.Adjustments to off-street parking requirements in accordance with any unique characteristics of the proposed use, Response: SRP shall comply with any modifications to off-street parking to accommodate a communication facility for emergency management. No modifications to off-street parking are proposed as a result of this design. 4.Regulation of points of vehicular ingress and egress, Response: SRP shall comply with any modifications to ingress and egress to accommodate a communication facility for emergency management.No modifications to ingress and egress are proposed as a result of this design. 5.Requiring landscaping, irrigation systems, lighting and a property maintenance program, Response: SRP shall comply with any modifications to landscaping, irrigation, lighting and property maintenance to accommodate a communication facility for emergency management. No modifications to landscaping, irrigation, lighting and property maintenance are proposed as a result of this design.SRP will utilize existing landscaping in mitigating any visual impacts as a result of this proposed design. 6.Regulation of signs and their locations, Response: SRP shall comply with any modifications to signage and their location to accommodate a communication facility for emergency management.No modifications to signage and their location are proposed as a result of this design. 7.Requiring fences, berms, walls, landscaping or other devices of organic or artificial composition to eliminate or reduce the effects of noise, vibrations, odors, visual incompatibility or other undesirable effects on surrounding properties, Response: SRP shall comply with all DEQ standards for noise with regards to the use of an indoor generator in the proposed shelter.The generator shall be regulated to buffer all noise and eliminate any vapor from use of propane fuel at the time of operation. No proposals to fencing, berms or walls. SRP is proposing to use bollards for safety around the proposed fuel tank. The existing fence and landscaping on the north property line shall be maintained for safety,security and visual aesthetics. 8.Regulation of time of operations for certain types of uses if their operations may adversely affect privacy of sleep of persons residing nearby or otherwise conflict with other community or neighborhood functions, Response: SRP shall comply with any regulation time set forth by Oregon State Police and Oregon Department of Administrative Services. 9.Establish a time period within which the subject land use must be developed, Response: SRP shall comply with all building code regulations, times of inspections and expiration dates of the building permit at the time of the issuance of a building permit. 10.Requirement of a bond or other adequate assurance within a specified period of time, Response: If applicable,SRP shall comply with this condition. 11.Such other conditions that are found to be necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare, Response: SRP shall comply with all applicable conditions set forth by the Planning Commission at the time of approval. 12.In considering an appeal of an application for a conditional use permit for a home occupation,the planning commission shall review the criteria listed in Section 17.60.190. 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Ct le—L il 8e G -L V f1 S F. _T Z' a STREET TREE GUIDE Public Works Department Matt Samitore, Director CENTRAL 140 South 3r1 Street I Central Point, OR 97502 1 541.664.7602 I www.centralpointoregon.gov POINT October 1, 2013 STAFF REPORT AGENDA ITEM: City of Central Point Draft Recommended Street Tree Guide— Supplement to CPMC Chapter 12.36 Trees Applicant: City of Central Point STAFF SOURCE: Dave Jacob, Recreation Coordinator BACKGROUND: The Draft Recommended Street Guide is being presented to the Planning Commission in their role as Central Point's Tree Committee. Currently, the City of Central Point does not have an approved list of recommended street trees. Street trees are those trees planted within the public right of way. Street trees are vital part of Central Point's infrastructure, contributing energy savings, filtering storm water runoff and enhancing property values. This guide encourages choices compatible with planting locations, minimizing damage to public improvements and promoting species diversity. The purpose of the draft guide is to provide detailed information for selecting the most appropriate street tree for specific sites. The guide is a supplement to CPMC Chapter 12.36 Trees. The guide has been developed to provide information on Central Point Street Tree standards as defined in the municipal code, general information on tree care and planting, and the size and shape of trees for site specific planning. Related to specific trees, the guide provides information on size and rate of growth, ornamental features, use, drought tolerance, maintenance issues, and other useful information. The document's graphics provide a visual reference to a specific tree's generalized shape and maximum height in relation to power pole/lines. A symbolic key provides information on leaf and fruit type, drought tolerance, and exposure. Lists are also provided on non-recommended and prohibited street trees. ISSUES: No issues. ATTArIIMENTS• Attachment "A"- City of Central Point Draft Recommended Street Tree Guide ACTION: Discussion and review by the Planning Commission. RECOMMENDATION: Approve the City of Central Point Draft Recommended Street Tree Guide and forward to the City Council. ATTACHMENT "A" Recommended Street Tree k _ 1k CITY OF e. N NT, OREGON 401C% A CENTRAL POINT ATTACHMENT " A " ACKNOWLEDGMENTS The City of Central Point is indebted to Sue Anne Frank, the University of Washington Center for Urban Horticulture, Puget Sound Power and Light Company, and the Washington State Department of Natural Resources for the format of the tree profiles and for some of the infor- mation which was derived from their publication, "Urban Forestry Notebook", and adapted to this region. We would also like to acknowledge the work done by January Jennings, Donn Todt, Bryan Nelson, and Robbin Pierce in developing a version of the document which has provided a model for the City of Central Point. City of Central Point Tree Committee Members (Planning Commission) Chuck Piland (Chair) Thomas Van Voorhees Mike Oliver Tim Schmeusser Kay Harrison Susan Szczesniak Craig Nelson, Sr. p i*' Div �,:Th.... z` : kt . ,.., ,, ,i, 13 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES TABLE OF CONTENTS Recommended Street Trees: A Guide to Selection, Planting and Maintenance PAGE ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 2 OF CONTENTS 3 INTRODUCTION 4 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES 7 Scientific Name Index/Common Name Index TREES FOR VARIOUS SITES i 9 Tree Shapes and Si 4_ Suit the Site Trees for Urban C tion\,„ Drought Tolera , ees Solar Friend) c?ees r Trees with Se-" , al Inte :+ Trees & Power L eta , Parking Lot Trees MINIMUM PARKROW TREE REQU EMEN `"` z 14 SYMBOLS 16 EEESEE ! $ ED EE ILS ABETIZ BY SCIE NA 17 64 REFERENCES 66 3 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES INTRODUCTION Central Point's Urban Forest Diversity in an urban forest is an index to its health. Since arboreal diversity is a goal, the City of Central Point has created this guide to the many species and varieties that are best suited for planting along the City's streets or anywhere in the public right-of-way. These trees have been selected because they generally have a conservative, containable root system. In addition, they are less messy with less seed or fruit drop than many species. They also require limited care and pruning and have good resistance to most pests and diseases. Lastly, they provide shade and help create an attractive and healthy neighborhood environment. The Recommended Street Tree List is not exhaustive.There are many additional trees that have great value as street trees. Many of these are described in the publications listed in the reference section.Trees other than those listed should be chosen to fit local conditions. The use of trees on the prohibited list for street trees is subject to approval by the Planning Commission. Azr Young Trees Need dal C� , The Recommend Str ',. ree List s `" Id be an aid to tree selection, but a healthy urban forest depends on mo ',pan colt!: n. City trees depend on consistent care from the time they are plante• Young trees are especially vulne u ; • j- conditions. They are fragile and can be easily damaged. For protection,most ne ;`'' "" ed trees should be staked for only the first year. New trees should be deeply water l,`•nce a we-, Jl the first two summers and less often over the next two years. This will p ote • gas the tree will seek water further down in the soil. Fertilizers too s _ out over a few years. Both over- fertilizing and over-watering lead to shallow-rooted - ', whic ire regular"handouts" in order to survive. Proper pruning of street trees when they are young I imp nt. Cit es must co-exist with traffic, powerlines, buildings, and pedestn ns. City o dinance uire branches to be trimmed eight feed above sidewalks, thirteen feet above 1 ets, fifteen feet above collector streets, and eighteen feet above arterial streets. C t pru ° g is the best thing that can be done for a tree. Consult the references listed f ore information about proper pruning techniques. Central Point Street Tree Standards APPROVAL STANDARDS:All development fronting on public or private streets shall be required to plant street trees in accordance with the following standards and chosen from the recommended list of street trees. A.The species of the street trees to be planted shall be chosen from the approved street tree list unless approval of another species is given by the Central Point planning commission. B. Street trees shall be a minimum of one and one-half inches in caliper measured at six inches above ground level.All trees shall be healthy grown nursery stock with a single straight trunk, a well-developed leader with tops and roots characteristic of the species cultivar or variety.All trees must be free of insects, diseases, mechanical injury, and other objectionable features when planted. a RECOMMENDED TREES c.Small or narrow stature trees (under twenty-five feet tall and less than sixteen feet wide branching) should be spaced no greater than twenty feet apart; medium sized trees(twenty- five feet to forty feet tall, sixteen feet to thirty-five feet wide branching)should be spaced no greater than thirty feet apart; and large trees(over forty feet tall and more than thirty-five feet wide branching) should be spaced no greater than forty feet apart. Within residential developments, street trees should be evenly spaced,with variations to the spacing permitted as approved by the city for specific site limitations and safety purposes. Within commercial and industrial development staggered, or irregular spacing is permitted, as may be approved by the Central Point planning commission. D.When located adjacent to a local residential street or minor collector street, street trees shall be planted within a curb-side landscape strip measuring a minimum of three feet in width. Street trees adjacent to major collector streets or arterial streets shall be placed a minimum of four feet from the back edge of the sidewalk. In no case shall a tree be planted closer than two and one-half fe= from the face of a curb. E.Street trees shall not b F•nte• 'i hin ten feet of fire hydrants, utility poles, sanitary sewer, storm sewer or / -2r lines o k ithin twenty feet of street light standards or street intersections, or with r- e feet of a'"xisti • street tree.Variations to these distances may be granted by the ;•%•lic wo r ""•it ..r" d as may be required to ensure adequate clear vision. <� F. Existing street trees shall be r ed ''s roved by the city manager for removal during site development or in conjunction _i '"=`street construction project. Sidewalks of a variable width and elevation may be utili as WV' the city manager or his designee to save existing street trees.Any street t `- re t gh demolition or construction within the street right-of-way shall be repl- •n appr ved by the city with a tree, or trees, of similar value.As an alternative the prop" (iwner a required to pay to the city an amount sufficient to fund the planting and es '; ish y city of a tree of similar value.The value of the removed tree shall be calc :`'ed a me ds set forth in the edition then in effect of the"Guide for Plant Appraisa" ishe the I national Society of Arboriculture Council of Tree Landscape Appraisers. a develop r or app t shall be responsible for the cost of the planting, maintenance and establishment oft ment tree. a.Sidewalk cuts in concrete for tree planting shall be a minimum of feet by six feet,with the long dimension parallel to the curb. H.Street trees, as they grow, shall be pruned to provide at least eight feet of clearance above sidewalks and thirteen feet above local streets,fifteen feet above collector streets, and eighteen feet above arterial streets.This provision may be waived in the case of newly planted trees so long as they do not interfere with public travel, sight distances, or endanger public safety as determined by the city. I. Maintenance of street trees, other than those located in the downtown core area (defined as that area bordered by Manzanita, Oak, Front and 6th Streets)shall be the continuing obligation of the abutting property owner. 5 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES Planting Instructions t l Proper planting of street trees will help assure their ' survival and get them off to a good start. -\ 1. HOLE SIZE: Each hole should be about twice the y 6 diameter of the container or root ball. In soils that T have good structure, the planting hole need only be � , deep enough to hold the root ball. Plant"high" or �' "proud" in all but sandy soils. The sides and bottom I .— of the hole should be roughened with a shovel to NIL intermingle the backfill and local native soil and to provide easier access for developing roots. n 2.SOIL IMPROVEMENT: FOr most street tree planting, a back fill soil mix co •osed of 25% humus or soil amendment a pr""%o tree pit soil is recommended. In heavier " sol w.=mendments .r- s. 1111=IIII ,...`r: .. iai iiii are not recommended „ 11110.111IE e i i 1111=1111= 1111111 n:cnn m , —IIA IIII iit s.PLANTING: Place th v r e in th le -` <;?e 1111=11110111 1111--1111=1111=111=1111=1111= =1111=1111=111=IIII=IIII=1111=1111°IIAa111 roots spread in a natural • +:".1 h '- sh 1111=1111=IIII=1111=1111=1111=IIII=1111=1111=_ - =1111=1111=111°1111=IIII=IIII=M1=-11/11111 stand at about the same depth tha , in th- } nursery.Work the backfill soil fir l -rou ' ,.,e,,:,; 2% BALL ow. MIN' roots, watering it, if necessary,to settle a ',„ pockets. Fill the hole leaving a saucer 6k ` pression in water. Handle balled and burlapped(B&B) plants by the ball only ` bu •e untied from the tree trunk and tucked well below the soil level, but not co , d. Rem ve all strings and tags from the trunk and branches.Wire cages should be flatte'";J:"r clipp after tree is in hole. 4.SELECTED PRUNING: Pruning may be necessary}. B ave n been pre-pruned by the nursery at the time of digging. Prune only to kee• arm ape a tree. Cut just above a bud or close to a twig, branch, or trunk.Try to orm a we develop own with a strong leader and wide-angled branches. S.FERTILIZER(OPTIONAL):When the hole for the tree is about 2/3 filled, slow-release fertilizer tablets may be evenly distributed around the rootball. The lets should have an analysis of 20-5-10 N-P-K or similar balance. S.STAKING: In many cases staking of new trees is unnecessary. Staking is beneficial in areas of potential vandalism, high winds and/or wet soil.Trees should be double staked with 7' long stakes having a minimum diameter of two inches.The stakes should extend four to five feet above the ground.Ties should be one inch canvas web belting or rubber, looped loosely around the trunk in a figure-eight pattern and nailed to the tree stakes. The tree should remain staked for no more than one year. 7.WATERING:Water new trees once a week for the first two summers and less often over the next two years. Deep waterings should be applied slowly within the area under the spread of the trees crown and just beyond. Short frequent waterings wet only the top few inches of soil and encourage roots to grow near the surface.Ask at your local nursery if you have questions about planting, pruning, feeding or watering your new trees. 6 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES RECOMMENDED STREET TREES Scientific Name Common Name PAGE Acerbuergerianum Trident Maple 17 Acer campestre Hedge Maple 18 Acerfreemanii 'Armstrong' Maple 19 Acer ginnala Amur Maple 20 Acer grandidentatum Bigtooth Maple 21 Acer griseum Paperbark Maple 22 Acer platanoides Norway Maple 23 Acer rubrum Red Maple 24 Acer saccharum Sugar Maple 25 Acer truncatum Purblebow Maple, Shantung Maple 26 Amelanchier arborea Hybrid Serviceberry 27 Carpinus betulus var. 'Fastigata' European Hornbeam var. 'Fastigata' 28 Carpinus caroliniana American Hornbeam 29 Carpinus japonica Japanese Hornbeam 30 Cercis canadensis Eastern Redbud 31 Chitalpa tashkentensis ,i4.' }4. . r„., Pink Dawn, White Cloud 32 Cladrastis lutea '4 Yellowood 33 Comus kousa i Kousa Dogwood 34 Crataegus laevigata v m'aul's S.J;et -£->£„ Paul's Scarlet Hawthorn 35 Crataegus phaenopyrum at, ;i rt t l Washington Thorn 36 Ginkgo biloba ttl.:- ,-inkgo/Maidenhair Tree 37 Gleditsia triacanthos var rnermis ornless Honeylocust 38 r, Gymnocladus dioicus � - • ' entucky Coffee Tree 39 Koelreuteria paniculata Gol•= Tree 40 Lagerstroemia indica zit` - , le 41 Magnolia grandiflora Magnolia 42 Magnolia kobus • t>.:. agn ' 43 (Continued on page 8) 7 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES Scientific Name Common Name PAGE Malus spp. Ornamental Crabapples 44 Nyssa sylvatica Tupelo/Sourgum 45 Oxydendrum arboreum Sourwood 46 Parrotia persica Persian Parrotia 47 Pistache chinensis Chinese Pistache 48 Prunus cerasifera vars. Flowering Plum 49 Prunus sargentii Sargent Cherry 50 Prunus serrulata vars. Japanese Flowering Cherries 51 Pyrus calleryana vars. Gallery Pear 52 Quercus chrysolepis Canyon Live Oak 53 Quercus coccinea Scarlet Oak 54 Quercus robur English Oak 55 Quercus rubra Red Oak 56 Quercus suber Cork Oak 57 Sorbus aucuparia . European Mountain Ash 58 Styrax japonicas Japanese Snowball 59 Taxodium distichum ,, Baldcypress 60 Tilia cordata ,. Littleleaf Linden 61 Ulmus parvifolia Chinese Elm 62 A.Zelkova serrata ," Zelkova 63 kr F 4. ,A.44% ii%. 8 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES TREES FOR VARIOUS SITES Tree Shapes and Sizes to Suit the Site Consider the size and shape of trees for optimal placement in the landscape. The first con- sideration in selecting a tree is that the size and shape of the tree should suit the specific location in which it is planted. The following lists will help you select an appropriate tree for a particular circumstance. PYRAMIDAL Many trees that appear upright when young become pyramidal with age.As they mature, the lower branches get larger and begin to droop with weight. These lower branches should not interfere with vehicular or pedestrian traffic so pruning is sometimes needed.Although prun- ing may be required, some pyramidal trees nevertheless make good street trees. Medium to large pyramidal trees should not be planted under power lines. EXAMPLES OF TREES HAVING A PYRAMIDAL SHAPE ill SMALL TO MEDIUM TREES ,, MEDIUM TO LARGE TREES ',fit tg Sourwood t inkgo Kobus Magnolia ergreen Magnolia r< �' pelo or Sour Gum i"�,' ittI. ° r mden ROUNDED TO SPREADING !F Small, round trees are preferred for some'- i . lines while large, round trees are preferred for sites needing a dramatic impact on th` ; ,f etsca ny large, round trees have multiple tops which can be pruned to form a"V,:i ape" n werlines as the trees mature. Wide-spreading trees require more though ; "-fo are c en as street trees. They either need to be placed further back form the t or n to be ed with care to secure clearance over the roadway. EXAMPLES OF TREES HAVING A ROUNDED TO SPREADING SIiAP SMALL TO MEDIUM TREES MEDIUM TO LARGE TREES J' ■` Hedge Maple Norway Maple r -s+ 't.—.N► Amur Maple Thornless Honeylocust 4111a. Eastern Redbud Canyon Live Oak Crapemyrtle Scarlet Oak 7. t, ¢ Ornamental Crabapple - ':;; Goldenrain Tree Variegated Box Elder ti 9 RECOMMENDED TREES OVAL An upright oval shape is a good shape for a street tree, reaching up toward the sky without too much competition with vehicular traffic. Some oval-shaped trees reach to a lofty height with a single center trunk and are therefore unsuitable for planting underneath powerlines. Others having multiple leaders may be pruned to a 'U-shape around powerlines. EXAMPLES OF TREES HAVING AN OVAL SHAPE SMALL TO MEDIUM TREES MEDIUM TO LARGE TREES c^.`.4" Trident Maple Red Maple (rite °i Kousa Dogwood Sugar Maple �' ~ aperbark Mapl t—t'4/AP0t.-• American Hornbeam Red Oaks ''d,+ Washington Thorn ie ' ChineseP stache Chinese Pistache r COLUMNAR ° ` , i Columnar trees are f,,24 ently used a'`cause there is not room enough for other tree types. Narrow branch angles ' It fro .nc •at grow up instead of out Branches of this type are structurally less , d branches. Columnar trees should not be planted directly under powerlines. "_ h EXAMPLES OF TREES HAVING A COL ' `7.SHAPE �( SMALL TO MEDIUM TREES .' „EDI c GE TREES Upright Goldenrain ak f Flowering Crabapple vars. Armstron• • Map ecb Flowering Cherry vars. 'Olmsted' -1 ay e • k 1 Flowering Pear vars. 'Columnar ,.ug e Columnar o M 4. ` Carpinus betu a 'Fastigi a VASE-SHAPED I.p(r' A vase-shaped (or V-shaped)tree is a favored form because the b `,'ches arch to form a shady canopy over both streets and sidewalks while staying out of the way of traffic and powerlines. Note: Some of the trees listed below naturally develop an upright-oval shape. However, pruning the lower limbs gives a vase shaped form. EXAMPLES OF TREES HAVING A VASE SHAPE ftemitiE SMALL TO MEDIUM TREES MEDIUM TO LARGE TREES European Hornbeam Sargent Cherry {�7�{ 'Kwanzan'Flowering Cherry Chinese Elm I !'3• 4 R Eastern Redbud Zelkova }1 • V^at3 * American Yellowwood ( 4- Kentucky Coffee Tree '+• if c Persian Parrotia `+^' ,� California Black Oak 11 10 RECOMMENDED TREES Trees for Urban Conditions City trees must contend with tremendous biological, physical, and chemical stresses: too much water or too little; hot summer temperatures; polluted air, water and soil; physical damage from vehicles and vandalism. Listed below are species that the Tree Commission recommends for withstanding the stress of urban conditions in downtown locations. Red Maple Hedge Maple Norway Maple Amur Maple Ginkgo Goldenrain Tree Thornless Honeylocust Red Oak Littleleaf Linden Flowering Pear European Hornbeam Kentucky Coffee Tree Drought Tolerant Trees The following is a list of trees .,`r`;.k; Recommended Street Tree List that are somewhat drought tolerant once the = °- stablished in the landscape. Trident Maple 'Green y Maple Hedge Maple e ' Mountain'Sugar Maple u ,� Amur Maple ri1 m,; Chinese Pistache Washington Thorn ;c anyon Live Oak Goldenrain Tree . 1. M;(= hinese Elm Crapemyrtle elkova Flowering Crabapple Flowering Pear f, Littleleaf Linden fi Solar Friendly Trees These trees allow the maximum amount of solar radiate n during e late a n, winter and early spring. Trident Maple Amur Maple varlet me' Paperbark Maple Crapemyrtle 'Autumn Flame' Red Maple Zelkova 'Crimson King' Norway Maple Eastern Redbud 'Schlesinger'Red Maple American Hornbeam 'Legacy' Sugar Maple 'October Glory'Red Maple Honeylocust 'Green Mountain' Sugar Maple Sourgum Sargent Cherry Sourwood Ginkgo 11 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES Trees with Seasonal Interest BROADLEAF EVERGREEN TREES Southern Magnolia Canyon Live Oak TREES WITH CONSPICUOUS FLOWERS Eastern Redbud Flowering Pears Kousa Dogwood Flowering Plums Flowering Cherries Washington Hawthorne American Yellowwood Goldenrain Tree Southern Magnolia Crapemyrtle Chitalpa'Pink Dawn', 'White Cloud' Flowering Crabapples TREES THAT USUALLY HAVE GOOD AUTUMN COLOR (R- Red, Y-Yellow, 0 -Ora 2,- -r Purple) Trident Maple Ai') RYO ', Sunburst'Honeylocust Y Washington Hawthorn Y Ginkgo Y Hedge Maple Y ' ,,In,, Chinese Pistache RYP Amur Maple •, ` Sargent Cherry 0 Norway Maple r , «carlet Oak RP Eastern Redbud Y .. ?`ed Oak RY Kousa Dogwood YO , :aldcypress 0 Crapemyrtle RY 4=' Pape + . maple R Flowering Pear RY ��� Im Y Red Maple RY ° „ a. Hornbeam YO Sugar Maple RO E= e YO Sourwood OR r 12 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES Trees And Powerlines Many power outages are caused by trees. The City performs line clearance where tree limbs are in close proximity to live wires.You may assist the utility workers and the community by planting trees that cause the least interference with wires. One solution is to plant smaller trees that top out at or below the height of the lowest live electrical wire. These live wires are 18 feet or more above the ground.Another solution is to plant trees that naturally fork into a multi-trunked form.These trees may be easily pruned and shaped away from overhead wires. Avoid planting large, single trunked or pyramidal shaped trees directly under power lines. Select more appropriate trees by using this list. SMALL STATURE TREES THAT USUALLY LARGER STATURE TREES WITH REMAIN BELOW POWER LINES: MULTILIMB STRUCTURE: Trident Maple Norway Maple Kousa Dogwood Red Maple American Hornbeam Sugar Maple Washington Thorn European Hornbeam Sourwood Y Thornless Honeylocust Hedge Maple Chinese Pistache Amur Maple `' California Black Oak Eastern Redbud „it t Red Oak Goldenrain Tree n Chinese Elm Crapemyrtle elkova Flowering Crabapple ersian Parrotia Hybrid Serviceberry hitalpa 'Pink Dawn', 'White Cloud' Flowering Cherry 5I Flowering Plum 9y Parking Lot Trees Parking lots provide some the most challenging loc , '.ns ' 'ch to trees. The fol- lowing species perform better than most in these inh• le tions. nsult the'Site Design and Use Standards'for details as to the provisi n of adeq ate root and protec- tion from vehicles. Red Oak Goldenrain Tree Canyon Live Oak Chinese Pistache Amur Maple European Hornbeam Norway Maple Thornless Honeylocust Red Maple 'Kwanzan'Flowering Cherry Hedge Maple Crapemyrtle Sargent Cherry Ornamental Pear Zelkova 13 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES MINIMUM PARKROW TREE REQUIREMENTS 4 Foot Parkrow Amur Maple(Acer ginnala) Serviceberry (Amelanchier arborea) Upright European Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus var. 'Fastigata) Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis) Kousa Dogwood (Corpus kousa) Paul's Scarlet Hawthorn (Crataegus laevigata) Washington Thorn (Crataegus phaenopyrum) Goldenrain (Koelreuteria paniculata) Crapemyrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) Kobus Magnolia(Magnolia kobus) Ornamental Flowering Crabapples (Malus spp.) Sourwood (Oxydenrum arboreum) Japanese Snowbell (Styrax japonicus) 5 Foot Parkrow Maple (Acer gra `nta !q Trident Maple (Acer bu ranum) Paperbark Maple (A. ':riseum) Hedge Maple(Acer c.'' ;-stre) American Hornbeam(Ca - •k Persian Parrotia (Parrotia persica) Chinese Pistache (Pistache chin r s) Flowering Cherries and Plums('runs sus Flowering Pears(Pyrus calleryana) %i; ,00c1 14 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES 6 Foot Parkrow 'Armstrong'Maple(Acer freemanir) Yellowood (Cladrastis lutea) Summit Ash (Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Summit) Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) Honeylocust(Gleditsia triacanthos inermis) Kentucky Coffeetree(Gymnocladus dioicus) Tupelo(Nyssa sylvatica) Scarlet Oak(Quercus coccinea) Canyon Live Oak(Quercus chrysolepis) English Oak(Quercus robur) Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra) Zelkova (Zelkova serrata) 7 Foot Parkrow and 8 Foo, Parkrow Bald Cypress(Taxodium dist' t Red Maple(Acer rubnrm Sugar Maple(Acer sac. num) Southern Magnolia( ^!nolia gran. ra) Oaks(Quercus spp.) Idaho Locust(Robinia ps ran Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata) _ Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Norway Maple(Acer platanoides lay 15 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES SYMBOLS --s--- ci Leaf Type-The generalized leaf shape. A Fruit Type-The generalized category. 1111:711116.11..,—..--- Drought Tolerance am., ...—M.°.o...-,—..... .b Height-Shown in relationship to a .'- k ",. telephone pole. Specific heights are listed 1, in the SIZE AND RATE OF GROWTH t. category for each plant. Tree shape is ., generalized. I° ,r= Leaf Type C 0 CcE ) . 0 0 simple untoothed simple toothed simple lobed compound ne • 'Ike scale-like Fruit Type (3 A • • • A 0 0 e cl., A .4,„,, balls&capsules cone winged pod nut acorn fleshy berry Drought Tolerance Exposure good/very good moderate poor/fair full sun partial shade m RECOMMENDED STREET TREES TRIDENT MAPLE Auer buergerianum ci Size & Rate of Growth 25 to 35 feet in height with a 20 to 30 foot spread. Moderate growth initially, becoming slower growing as it ages. Ornamental Features An attractive, oval, rounded form.Thick, shiny leaves. Good autumn color. Use Suitable for planting under power lines. Has been extensively used as street tree in Japan. Culture Full sun. Well drained soil. Fairly tolerant of urban conditions. n Drought Tolerance �`�'_/�j Somewhat drought tolerant on - established. Pruning Some pruning may be ;,''"ssary to";tablish good structure. Insects & Di r , None noted. + , ° i II Maintenance I fit` See pruning. Root system less iniasive t ,; - `•'er maples. Fewer problems with sidewalk lifting .if Native Range China and Japan. ;;,; ' Varieties & Cultivars Numerous varieties and cultivars are in existence b, ult t Lain. Notes . 80' May be somewhat difficult to obtain. SO' so• AIm 3,.: 4 . { T `ly-p. 17 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES HEDGE MAPLE Acer campestre Size & Rate of Growth 30 to 40 feet in height with a spread of 30 to 35 feet. Moderate growth rate. Ornamental Features Rounded and dense. Leaves appear healthy throughout summer and early fall. Yellow autumn color. Use A good choice for planting under utility wires. One of the most adaptable small trees. Culture Full sun or light shade. Easily transplanted. pH adaptable.Air pollution tolerant. Drought Tolerance Tolerant of dry soils and compation. Pruning Will tolerate severe pru. `a` Good 'k partmentalization of wounds. Pruning in winter or spring results in loss;•:,;=ap. This sh= d be avoided. Insects & Diseases Less subject to insects than many u° ;spea=`t:. ° ` Maintenance Issues Pruning required to keep branches well Y•ve roadw, Native Range Europe, Near East, North Africa. Varieties & Cultivers Numerous varieties recognized. 'Postelense'is a sh ayes are golden yellow when young. 'Evelyn'has improved branch ang s for str tree pl 80' 50' -I 30' '2 AL- rte . RECOMMENDED STREET TREES 'ARMSTRONG', 'AUTUMN BLAZE' MAPLE Acer x freemanii vars It. -P Size & Rate of Growth 35 to 50 feet tall and variable spread. Moderate to rapid growth. Ornamental Features Hybrid between Red and Silver Maple. Combines the drought tolerance of the Silver Maple with the fall color and superior branching habit of the Red Maple. Use Root system is adapted to urban conditions. Culture Prefers full sun but will adapt to partial shade. Drought Tolerance Moderate. Requires summer w:ter. y.ti Pruning Requires pruning to de tit.. strong %, cture. Insects & Disease fx h, , '''• Cottony scale. „)r" , 11 , „.. w Maintenance Issues ; Strong root systems may heave 'dewalk Native Range Hybrid. Varieties 6 Cultivars 'Armstrong' has an upright columnar habit. 'Autum az e I. Both have out- standing orange-red fall foliage. 400>S6: , SO' so' 1 Came�'L 30. yas 4. �, kil fetitAs 00:?-71•4 +( 1„` 19 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES Acer ginnala Size & Rate of Growth 15 to 20 feet tall with an equal spread; moderate growth. Ornamental Features Dense shrub or small multi-stemmed tree with a rounded crown. Glossy green leaves have three small lobes. Fall color will vary depending on plant. Small yellow flowers are fragrant in early spring;followed by red winged seeds. Use Small specimen. Suitable for planting under wires. Culture Needs full sun to exhibit best fall color but will tolerate light shade.Adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions. Easily transplanted. Drought Tolerance i'; Very good. s Pruning " Tolerates heavy prune f h ay re• pr 'r to maintain single-stemmed habit. ;•w•'; Nurseries are rowin 9 9 si rqt;, sp rr street tree use Insects & Diseases None serious. Maintenance See pruning. `,,�,,,, Native Range % ,.c China, Mongolia, Korea, Japan. Varieties & Cultivars Acer ginnala var. semenowii-a shrubbier type which does well as a scre vier. so Lustrous, dark green leaves turn red-purple in fall. 'Flame'-consistent) d au n color. so' 30' 20 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES BIGTOOTH MAPLE Acer grandidentatum Size & Rate of Growth 20 to 30 feet; slow to moderate growth rate. Ornamental Features Good autumn color. Use As a small street tree. Good branch structure for arching over sidewalks and roadways. Culture Full sun to part-shade. Needs good drainage.Adaptable to many soil types. Drought Tolerance �°—�� Drought tolerant once established. �/ Pruning Minimal pruning needed r ' insects & Disea Occasional leaf spot erious m-x' Possible sun scald on South and West sides of ,W,1„ young trees if in sufficien ' • d r •lishment. s ' Maintenance issues None. Native Range a South Idaho to Mexico. Most common is Varieties and Cultivars p! 'Rocky Mt. Glow'selected for good orange-red aut r°; c Note A smaller,western version of the Eastern Sugar maple. 80' 50' 30' r ._ ,.Y 7. as ems•. s's 21 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES 1 1 1 Acer griseum Size & Rate of Growth 20 to 30 feet in height with a 10 to 20 foot spread. Ornamental Features Upright oval or rounded form. Small trifoliate leaves turn red in autumn. Extremely attractive, peeling, reddish-brown bark. Use Small street tree. Culture Full sun. Prefers well drained, moist soil but performs well in clay soils also. Drought Tolerance Moderate. Does not tolerate e -nded drought especially in poor soil. Pruning Often needs pruning to iinurage a --ntral leader for street tree use Insects & DI Possible sun scald dame• g consistently irrigated. Maintenance Issues ` See pruning. r ,;:40/1 Native Range China. 4*4/010\s, SO' 50' in fie SO' EU RECOMMENDED STREET TREES NORWAY MAPLE Acer platanoides Size & Rate of Growth Normally 40 to 50 feet tall,with a spread 2/3 of, or equal to, its height; moderate growth. Ornamental Features Large tree with dense, rounded crown. Leaves are four to seven inches wide. Individual flowers are small but form showy clusters. Purple foliaged varieties may be used as accents along the streetacape. Should be used cautiously due to aggressive surface root habit and frequent aphid infestations. Use Large street tree. Culture Prefers full sun. Tolerant of wide range of soil types and urban conditions. Drought Tolerance -f, Moderate. f Pruning Needs little pruning, e •t to ke , '.we ,t ches clear of street right-of-way. `,‘,1,/„ Insects & DI Aphid infestations, especially in ,, pri "_ ; icillium wilt. ., Maintenance Issues This tree has dense surface rooting Ap .i'infe • duce honeydew which can drip onto cars and sidewalks. May be suitable • • cation. her trees should be considered. Varieties are better suited than the sp- :,Produ bundant seedlings— nuisance. Native Range Europe, northern Turkey, northern Iran. Varieties & Cultivara so 'Columnare'-smaller foliage, slower growing with narrow outline. 'C ' on King':slower growing and maintains purple foliage throughout the growing seas . 'Emerald Queen'- glossy dark green foliage, upright-oval outline. 'Schwedleri'-wide spreading with purplish-red spring foliage, turning dark green in summer. ��(�..� 50' upt'el .` esr . wit. .S. 30' �� 74011. 072,-• Is C - tIK.-,, -s-m. - _ 23 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES RED MAPLE Acer rubrum lc)) Size & Rate of Growth 40 to 60 feet tall in cultivation with a variable spread; height may reach 120 feet in the wild; moderate to fast growth. Ornamental Features Upright oval habit develops with age. Red dominates the features of this tree. Twigs have a reddish cast. Buds are red, as are the emerging leaves. Fall color is variable from tree to tree, but is generally a rich scarlet color. Flowers on female trees are showy for maples-appearing red in March before the leaves emerge. Winged fruit is often red, maturing to brown. Use Root system is adapted to urban conditions. Culture Prefers full sun but will adapt to seta'shade. Tolerates a variety of soil conditions, including �% wet soils. Drought Tolerance Poor to moderate. R= t. es summe0``ater. Pruning °'�"', Corrective pruning needed to remo ow br``f, h angles. %. '` Insects & Di Cottony Scale. sC Maintenance Issues Strong root system may heave sidewalks. ,t ;• ' Native Range ''�•�•�•� �, Eastern and central United States. Varieties & Cultivars 'Columnare'. 'October Glory'-shiny leaves which show intense orange d fa olor. ao 'Red Sunset'-pyramidal to rounded outline. Brilliant orange to red lor. 30-35'. 50' ial ni- *Iasi.r Ste. •,,v. +a.' 30' �— f4�rj•'a" Srw S' �,e SO♦ "� Ie %d ...I 24 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES Acer saccharum fp Size & Rate Of Growth 50 to 80 feet in height with a spread of from 30 to 50 feet. Slow to moderate growth rate, Ornamental Features Beautiful irregular oval form and excellent orange autumn color. , A Use A good street tree if given enough root room and protected from hot exposures. Culture Full sun to light shade. Moist well drained soil is best. Not suitable for highly urban conditions. Drought Tolerance Has some Has some drought tolerance once established. Pruning Not usually required. '" Insects & Discs p' Occasional aphid prob is. „i,, Maintenance Issues .,1•�.a` Best if watered during summer. g r. , m t aise sidewalks. Native Range Eastern U.S. ■g Varieties tEfktt::rt rought tole Aitie es. 'Green Mountainance. 'Bon nt ge-r ed autumn color. 50' togs CSI seal 50' kr • y ''•ti'w • I� a�asXts 30' Spy ai 1 bVR 1.r.. 25 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES PURPLEBLOW MAPLE, SHANTUNG MAPLE Acer truncatum Size & Rate of Growth Small, rounded, broad crown with regular branching. Slow growth rate, reaching 20' in height and spread. Ornamental Features Upon emerging, leaves are reddish-purple, changing to dark green leaves, glossy green on upper side and paler beneath. Fall color an excellent yellow-orange-red. Use The features of this tough maple make it an ideal candidate for urban settings and residential settings. Culture Adaptable to varied soils: prefers a well-drained site. Drought Tolerance Extremely drought toleran „" b'., .rovides for best landscape development. Insects & Disea axe None noted. „y a Maintenance Issues ' Relatively problem free, based o ite. .4'avy fruiting suggests self sowing/volunteers within the Ian.1 cape. ' `a'" Native Range ,sr a' Native to Northern China, Manchuria an. Varieties & Cultivars 'Akikaze Nishiki'-variegated leaves 'Fire Dragon'-bright fall color Cultivar'Keithsform' is a hybrid between Acer truncatu and Ace plantano (Norway Maple)Subsp. Mono-known as the Painted Maple, similar to Acer truncat ore SO' refined foliage, and form is vase-shaped with a dome canopy. Has mo nam al bark. 50' 26 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES HYBRID SERVICEBERRY Amelanchier x grandiflora (1D Size & Rate of Growth 15 to 25'tall with a variable spread. Slow to moderate growth. Ornamental Features Rounded multi-trunk, upright vase habit. Open to moderate density. White flower clusters in spring. Use A good street tree well adapted to planting beneath power lines. Culture Partial shade to full sun. Drought Tolerance Moderate drought tolerance. G•od drainage is essential. Pruning " Requires little pruning t• . elop str ;g structure. • Insects & DI Susceptible to rust, fire b "a r,k ,, °pan Maintenance Issues y Basal suckers may require annu ' remov', Native Range Eastern U.S. Varieties & Cultivars There are many cultivars which are superior to the in fr�r 5t: 80' 50' 30' I Y. 8 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES EUROPEAN HORNBEAM Carpinus betulus 0 Size & Rate of Growth 40 to 60 feet tall with a 30 to 40 foot spread; moderate growth. Ornamental Features Young tree pyramidal, becoming rounded at maturity. Oval leaves dark green in summer, 0 often turning yellow in late fall. Flowers are borne in clusters, each with a conspicuous three-lobed bract. The nut is borne at the base of the flower bract. Use Street tree. Upright form (see Fastigiata below) keeps branches away from street and sidewalks. Culture �l°—h Prefers full sun but can tolerate light shade. Tolerates a wide variety of soil conditions but �/ does best on well-drained sites Tolerates the urban environment. Best if transplanted when young. i; 1 Drought Tolerance Moderate. •Pruning a ; Withstands heavy pruning. Standar ,-. woul•` quire pruning for street tree use "I" Insects & Diseases None serious. ^r Maintenance I See pruning. Native Range Al4t\H , 1,1,/„..., Europe to Iran. Varieties & Cultivars 80, 'Fastigiata'-multi-stemmed form which is upright in habit. Narrow in yo the t forms a dense pyramid as it matures. This is the most common form foun ' urseries. 5D• *s b'"+ �ti # i tic., /t . —.J �J 30' ,i y�a;.R inyrr , Sner 28 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES AMERICAN HORNBEAM (1) Carpinus caroliniana Size S Rate of Growth 20 to 30 feet in height with a 20 foot spread. Slow rate of growth. Ornamental Features Rounded to oval upright multi-trunk form. Good, soft yellow to yellow-orange autumn color. Interesting 'muscular'trunk form. Use As a small street tree where shade and/or a high water table are factors. Culture Moist soil. Partial shade. Drought Tolerance Low. fir ; Pruning Some pruning necessa!e.r street -} sidewalk clearance. j r Insects & Di rk, `a i•i,, None noted. ? Maintenance I See pruning. Native Range Eastern U.S. X4%) eo• 4000\ so• 30' 29 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES JAPANESE HORNBEAM Carpinus japonica Size and Rate of Growth 20 to 30 feet tall with an equal spread; slow growth rate Ornamental Features It is noted for its graceful form, attractive foliage and ornamental fruiting catkins, lush dark green leaves with prominent veining. Handsome small tree with rounded shape and densely branched; birch-like evergreen leaves ; leaf density is moderate, allowing speckles of sunlight through canopies on sometimes cloudy Pacific Northwest days.The fruit are light green then brown-ish, seed-bearing, pendant-like, leafy bracted racemes approximately 2 inches (similar in appearance to hops). Use A small specimen that is suitable for planting under wires. Japanese Hornbeams like to branch low upon early growth, and nurseries must put some effort into developing a crown that begins above the pedestria, flow; therefore, if planting near a walkway or driveway, specify that the nursery choo;:; ;`- •ecimen with limbs on the trunk that begins no lower than 5'or 6'.An attractively sh ` ; to raintenance understory tree for shady sites. May be grown in lawns or natur .-;r-d in wo•xi•nd areas. Culture Japanese Hombeam pre ',. - s ; r` b :rt_;n tolerate full sun, in order to grow densely. Prefers moist well drained soi but t• ..-s a ra a - of soil types, prefers organically rich soil. Transplants easily from containe Drought Tolerance Moderately drought tolerant once establ 1 ed •lerant. Pruning Accepts repeated pruning, quickly healing scars. Pr tr''' bac h t pair of leaves on new shoots. The best times for minor pruning ar;�'-ar an r flowering. Major developmental pruning should be done in late , be bud t. Insects and DI so Pests: Relatively few insects attack hornbeam. Maple phenacoccus for hite ttony masses on the undersides of the leaves. Diseases: None are norm ery serious. Several fungi cause leaf spots on Carpinus. Leaf spots are not sera so control measures are usually not needed. Canker, caused by several fungi, causes infected branches to dieback and entire trees die if the trunk is infected and girdled. Maintenance Issues 50' See pruning. Native Range Japan 30' t .L J .'ai.�..� i tot s _ 30 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES EASTERN REDBUD CD Cercis canadensis 6 Size & Rate of Growth 20 to 30 feet tall with equal spread: moderate growth. Ornamental Featurs Often multi-stemmed but can be trained as a single-stemmed tree. Wide-spreading to rounded crown.Alternately arranged foliage is broad and heart-shaped at the base. o Fall foliage color can be bright yellow. Flowers emerge before the foliage as clusters of rose colored blossoms borne directly on stems and the trunk. This tree often begins to flower at four to six years old. Fruits are brown pods two to three inches long. Use Street tree when trained to a single-stemmed habit. Container; parking lot island; buffer strip, small shade tree specimen; street tree. Culture Grows in full sun or light sha• 7k.,,,s the best development on moist,well-drained sites. Adaptable to acidic or alb ' ''"soi +?.•enefits from some afternoon shade where hot. r Drought Toleran , 4 Low. Water in summe ,f spells ¢ ' �jj Pruning t ' May require pruning to establish a s;5 .establish abit. Regular pruning in the first few years improves form. Insects & Diseases Canker, leaf spot, and verticillium wilt. Usk • ant in this area .'' Maintenance I 9.1.0 Trunks need some protection from mechanical da .ie. Native Range Eastern United States. Missouri to New Jersey south to Mexico and Flori eo' Varieties & Cultivars 'Alba'-a slower growing white flowering form. Exquisite in fall blo Forest Pansy'- attractive purple red leaves in the spring fading to green in the summer. 'Oklahoma'- prolific bloomer and drought tolerant. Western Redbud Cercis occidentalis. Habit is more often a shrub or small tree. SO' Bright purplish-pink flowers in spring for three weeks. Much more drought tolerant than Eastern Redbud. Water well the first and second year to promote establishment; little will be required after that period. Native to California. Difficult to transplant. _ 90' leftelsiscr IC*tracts; .4 Irr is 31 RECOMMENDED TREES 'PINK DAWN' AND 'WHITE CLOUD' Chitalpa tashkentensis () 0 Size and Rate of Growth 20-30' in height with equal spread. Fast growing, three feet per year in favorable conditions Ornamental Features Flowers late spring until late fall. New blooms everyday in summer. Semi-open breezy structure. Leaves lanceolate, grey/green about 4—5" long and 1"wide. Use An attractive street tree, size permits planting under overhead utilities Culture Partial to full sun. Prefers well drained, alkaline soil Drought Tolerance 3 ' Somewhat drought tolera ce " ' blished with irrigation in the first few years Pruning May require initial pru " to pro • he " structure Insects & Disease Powdery mildew may occur with • ,'' May be susceptible to anthracnose, aphids, and verticillium. 'sY F Maintenance Issues None known l(., Native Range Intergenera cross of southern Catalpa(Catalpa big-. ` of d De Willow (Chilopsis linearis)Originally from USSR, adapted t• s we US. Varieties & Cultivars •0' Clone#1 "Pink Dawn" most common. Clone#2"Morning Cloud" more pink white flowers, more fastigate form & slightly larger size Notes Wood strength listed as medium weak.Attractive to honeybees and hummingbirds. 50' 30' 4' 4.13. w 4 - ,err 32 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES YELLOWOOD Cladrastus lutes 0 110 Size & Rate of Growth 30 to 50 feet in height with a 40 to 50 foot spread. Slow growing when young, becoming moderate. Ornamental Features Broad, rounded crown. Fragrant, white,wisteria-like blossoms in early summer.Yellow autumn color. Use As a street tree under appropriate conditions. Should be set well back from street to accommodate branching pattern and some litter problem. Culture Full sun. Moist,well-drained soil. Drought Tolerance Somewhat drought tolera 9 ce = Wished. Pruning Prune when young to en lat .rar>•5 Prune only in summer and fall. Prune to avoid ,,'''., poor branch unions. Shot • , et tree use. --c. insects & DI None noted. fi Maintenance Issues - See pruning. Native Range Eastern U.S. Varieties & Cultivars May be somewhat difficult to obtain. so 50' 30.P it - errs • 'bah e t 4111,111111:11 .. erilts RECOMMENDED STREET TREES KOUSA DOGWOOD /D Comus kousa `(\ 0 Size & Rate of Growth 20 to 25 feet tall with variable spread; slow to moderate growth. Ornamental Features A multi-stemmed shrub or small tree, becoming rounded with maturity. Bark exfoliates with r � age, revealing a mosaic of gray, tan and brown. Leaves are dark green with deep venation. Flowers appear later than other flowering dogwoods. The flower bracts are creamy white, •• slender and pointed. The blossoms can last three weeks and may turn pinkish before falling. Fruit ripens in September and October and is reddish pink, resembling a raspberry. The fruit is edible, although mealy in texture. Use As a street tree where location isn't too exposed to hot sun. Suitable for planting under power lines. Culture Prefers light shade but wil i V,I sun. Does best in acidic, well drained, consistently moist soil. Sometimes •air"` It to est=a• ish. Drought Toleranc ; '''�•. Low to moderate. More • , ;; rac = Eastern Flowering Dogwood. Pruning •` May require pruning to establish }"ingle-st;_' - habit. Insects & Diseases Less susceptible to Dogwood anthracnos t ogwood or Eastern Flowering 4,4c. Dogwood. c Maintenance Pruning necessary for street and sidewalk clearance. ltsits Native Range Japan, Korea. eo Varieties & Cultivars Cornus kousa var. chinensis-slightly larger flower bracts. 'Milky Way'-a broad, bushy form which blooms profusely. 50' 30' 4 k Calk. t# J 34 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES PAUL'S SCARLET HAWTHORN Crataegus laevigata var. Paul's Scarlet C:c ) Size & Rate of Growth 15 to 25 feet tall with a 15 to 20 foot spread. Moderate to rapid growth. Ornamental Features Oval irregular silhouette with fine texture. Double scarlet flowers. Deep red fruit rl'� is generally sparse. Use Good street tree Culture Tolerates most soils but prefers heavy dry loam. Grows best in full sun. Drought Tolerance Drought tolerant when establis -d. ;r.. Pruning ��mn Needs pruning to estab °" niform it and a single trunk. Suckers profusely. Insects & Di ;'"''%. Susceptible to fire blight. /4q,C` Maintenance 1 Presence of thorns makes pruning an un =3=" task. Native Range 1 Parent species is native to Europe and No ( • 40<4%. 80' SO' SO' 4. 111ttal.r `.'�—:. �/! — T- i RECOMMENDED STREET TREES WASHINGTON THORN Crataegus phaenopyrum Size & Rate of Growth 25 to 30 feet. broadly oval to rounded habit. Ornamental Features Two-to three-inch leaves with three to five pointed lobes emerge reddish-purple, turning to t�l dark green in the summer. Fall color usually in shades of orange to red.White flower clusters appear in June. Bright red fruits emerge in the fall and persist until mid-March. Use Street tree; suitable for planting under power lines. Culture Prefers full sun in a well-drained soil. Tolerates slightly acidic to alkaline soils. Because it develops a taproot, transplanting is most successful when plant is young. Drought Tolerance Very good. Pruning Some structural pruni a ay be ss,lN une when dormant. , '''•c Insects & Diseases a; Hawthorns are generally suscep to "` d ' t and disease problems. This particular species has shown more resistati e to fir:\ •"> han other hawthorns. Maintenance Issues tto , w Slim, straight one-to three-inch thorns ma L.,' , F • cult to handle and it should not be used in high traffic areas. Thorny branches • be p above the height of small children. ,u.t, Native Range Eastern and central United States. 80' Varieties & Cultivars 'Fastigiata'- narrow, columnar form. so' 30' st- i - - 36 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES GINKGO, MAIDENHAIR TREE Ginkgo biloba Ccl);1 Size & Rate of Growth 50 to 60 feet tall in cultivation, with a variable spread; may grow to 90 feet tall in very favor- able locations. Moderate growth, but slow initially. Ornamental Features Open and narrowly conical when young but becomes a broad, well-proportioned tree with age. Leaf has a distinctive fan shape. Foliage color is light green in the spring and summer, becoming bright yellow-gold in the fall. Flowers are inconspicuous. The fruit, when produced on female trees, is a seed with a fleshy covering about 1 to 1 inches long with a disagreeable odor. Use As a street tree where plenty of root room is provided. Culture Adaptable to a wide variety q ="`a;, ing conditions. Prefers full sun and is tolerant of air pollution.Transplants easi, Drought Toleran }` Moderate once establi „ , Pruning " c Needs little pruning, except to c• po' •ra unions. May be deep crotched when mature. era Insects & Diseases None serious. A s Maintenance Issues The fleshy covering on the seed of female trees is =( e ssy ;foul-smelling. Seeds are not produced until the tree is 10 to 15 years old. id t eeds, `:: t only male trees obtained from reliable sources. Brittle wood. Native Range 80' Southeast China. • Varieties & Cultivars `•, 'Fastigiata'-a narrowly columnar type. 'Autumn �ij�._ � ',ap Gold'- upright in youth, becoming broadly spread- �Mssqa� r+ ' ing with age. 'Fairmount'-fast growing with a 1`+ t • 50• pyramidal form. 0.0 %Y f �' je$11.07 foe l• so. J It Sri M I,/ 1/4 t lo EN RECOMMENDED STREET TREES THORNLESS HONEYLOCUST Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis 0 Size & Rate of Growth 50 to 80 feet with comparable width; fast growth when young, slowing with maturity. Ornamental Features Open, spreading habit which casts light shade. Young bark is smooth and flecked with silver; C older trunks become brown-black. Pinnately compound leaves are bright green in summer, turning yellow in the fall. Greenish-yellow flowers in May are not showy but are fragrant. Fruit is an eight-inch reddish brown pod.The entire pod is curved. Many varieties are fruitless. Use Street tree where broadly spreading fine textured canopy is desired. Culture Prefers full sun. This tree tolerates high pH, salt, air pollution and other adverse conditions. Drought Tolerance Very good. Pruning Remove dead wood '-`14 Insects & Di •` Pod gall midge, borers, webwor t, 3 ea re .ject to extreme disfiguration due to pod gall midge. Maintenance Issues Roots on mature plants may heave pave ear sidewalks. Fruit pods are messy though most varieties are fruitless. Brittle w.. e anop ds frequent pruning to accomodate road clearance. Native Range Eastern United States. 50' Varieties & Cultivars Many available, including: 'Moraine'-broad outline,40 to 50 feet. F ss. Shows some resistance to webworm infestations. 'Shademaster'- upright growt bit,foliage dark green, fruitless or nearly so. 'Skyline'-pyramidal form, compact and symmetrical. 'Sunburst'-broad rounded head; new growth golden, changing eventually to light green. 50' I C. sot. ]3 to_ - ' 1t1'�` • RECOMMENDED STREET TREES KENTUCKY COFFEETREE Gymnocladus dioicus OQO Size & Rate of Growth 50 to 60 feet in height with a 15 to 30 foot spread. Slow growth rate. Ornamental Features Ascending branches develop a vase-like form with a globose crown. Rugged winter branch A pattern. Large compound leaves. Interesting fruit pods remain on tree during winter. Use As a street tree under appropriate conditions. Should be given sufficient root room. Branches arch high over streets.Adaptable to urban conditions. Culture Full sun. Rich moist, well drained soil for best growth. tP Drought Tolerance Well adapted to drought one°, +'-'+_.lished. Pruning , No special requirem = l! Insects & Diseases None noted. . "' , Maintenance Issues ° Pods may be messy. Native Range 1 ' Eastern U.S. ',..,,,,,.,ii'-: Varieties & Cultivars May be somewhat difficult to obtain. so• 50' Stir . * t1A��{ ••es 90' Pq • • it k ilL 39 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES GOLDENRAIN TREE Koelreuteria paniculata 0 CAO Size & Rate of Growth 30 to 40 feet tall with equal spread; slow to moderate growth. Ornamental Features Rounded outline with branches spreading and ascending. Compound leaves have seven to fifteen leaflets with rich green summer color and yellow-brown fall color.Yellow flowers , in 0 upright clusters, appear in summer. The fruits are papery, three-sided pods holding small, black seeds. The pods change from green to yellow to brown, often persistent through winter. Use Street tree suitable for planting under power lines. Culture Very adaptable tree. Thrives in full sun and withstands heat,wind and alkaline soils. Toler- ates air pollution. Due to a dee• root system, transplanting is most successful when plant is young. ,. ', Drought Tolerance Good when becomim ablished, •; ` oming very good at maturity. zer Pruning '- May require some pruning to estab . trong ". tral leader and to direct low branches 'lire away from streets and sidewalk ,.. ,; Insects & Diseases rr; None serious, although the coral spot fu,3 us d. r •• occasionally. "W O.: Maintenance Issues - Some authors report weak wood problems. Fruit ma.` !so b e ssy. Sometimes %„nos reseeds in vicinity Native Range China, Korea. so• Varieties & Cultivars `Fastigiata'-narrowly upright habit,25 feet tall,with a 4 to 6-foot s d.An unnamed variety with striking orange autumn color is being propagated in Ashland. 50' ti 30• troy* 4.- • 414 i��e. . 40 RECOMMENDED STRUT TREES Lagerstroemia indica CD U Size & Rate of Growth 15 to 25 feet in height with a 10 to 15 foot spread. Slow growing. Ornamental Features Colorful form. Colorful flowers in late summer and early fall when very few trees and shrubs are blooming. Good orange to red autumn color.Attractive multi-colored bark. Use Under low power lines or as accents in combination with trees that don't have conspicuous flowers. Culture Full sun. Susceptible to powdery mildew in shaded areas. Well drained soil. Drought Tolerance Drought tolerant once establi-la' °.z 5-" Pruning May need pruning to ; selop a cen t; leader for street tree use Insects & Di • Fungus problems that occur in oth - of th su•untry are usually not a problem in this area May occasionally have ap 24 rob -. Maintenance Issues See pruning. Native Range China and Korea. Varieties & Cultivars Many varieties and cultivars based on growth habit an lower co r. ii 30' yx' t\ ,V(V) W .d1 m RECOMMENDED TREES SOUTHERN MAGNOLIA CID Magnolia grandiflora Size & Rate of Growth 60 to 70 feet tall with a spread of 30 to 40 feet; slow to moderate growth. Ornamental Features Low-branching evergreen tree; dense, upright oval habit when young, spreading with age. Dark green leaves are five to ten inches long and drop at the end of their second year. 9(:)) Large, creamy-white flowers are very fragrant. Fruit is a rusty-brown cucumber-like pod which splits open to reveal red seeds. Use Large evergreen street tree. Culture Full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained, neutral or slightly acidic soil. Magnolias in general prefer early spring tran slanting. Drought Tolerance fr Low to moderate. Pruning .. Prune when young to ay. k-.-, , le dorm any needed pruning soon after flowering. 9.0% Insects & DI None serious. siti, Maintenance Issues -; 6 A very beautiful but messy tree with leaves (which almo plastic), flower parts, and seedheads littering the ground.The roots may li earb s. Surface rooting and ,,,,, dense year-round shade prevent healthy lawn gro be he tre hould be located carefully. Native Range so' Southeastern United States. Varieties & Cultivars 'Majestic Beauty'- leaves very long, broad and heavy. Height to 50 feet. 'Samuel Sommer'- strong ascending habit to 40 feet. Leaves with heavy, rusty red fuzziness on underside. 'Victoria'-parent plant grown in Victoria, B.C.Tree to 20 feet with very dark green leaves. 50' L di�} ,l.. 30. hry L m RECOMMENDED STREET TREES KOBUS MAGNOLIA /D Magnolia kobus a Size & Rate of Growth Develops a pyramidal head 30-40 feet tall with an equal spread. Moderate growth. Ornamental Features Slightly fragrant 4"white flowers followed by 2" red fruit. Bright yellow fall foliage. Use Small street tree. Culture Tolerant of all soil types. Drought Tolerance Mooderate. Pruning r, Needs pruning when you -0 • '"`•• a strong central leader and discourage the tendency towards multiple trunks Insects & Disease ri t11, ,,,�,�„ None serious a. pr` Maintenance Issues Pruning necessary when young. Native Range Japan 0<%, "9,re SO' SO' sal 30 . y ^..Vi _e43 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES ORNAMENTAL CRABAPPLES Malus spp. 0 Size & Rate of Growth Generally less than 30 feet tall; moderate growth. Ornamental Features Commonly small trees with a rounded to oval habit though the habit will vary depending � t on the species, variety, or cultivar. Foliage color is predominantly medium green with some plants having significant fall color. Most have beautiful flowers which bloom in May. Fruit is usually less than two inches, with the color ranging from pure red to pure yellow. Use A good tree for planting under power lines. Culture Full sun best for development of flowers. Generally prefer well-drained, moist, acidic soil. _% Drought Tolerance Most have moderate drou•, '"ole =`f e. Pruning Pruning may be neces n to keer." 'de 4ding branches clear of road right-of-way. ; Best done immediately a •" n• r buds for the next season are initiated in mid-June to early July. ;i 3 Insects & Di Scale infestations or borers are the most; rious inse.' •;<blems. Some species and culti- vars are more resistant to certain disea tha nsult local nursery professional or literature. Maintenance Issues Pruning must be performed regularly to ensure go•1:l:tru hou located well away from curb. Some fruit may be messy on roads and s • s. Native Range so' Depends on species, variety, or cultivar. Varieties & Cultivars Many available, including: Malus floribunda-rounded, dense habit to 25 feet by 20 feet. Foliage dense, fine-textured. Flowers pink in bud, opening white. Fruit small, yellow and red, often not persistent. Good disease resistance. Good for wildlife. Malus' Dolgo'-spreading to 40 feet by 40 feet. Needs pruning for good tree framework. Single white blossoms abundant SO• in early spring. Bright red, oval fruit in August. Good disease resistance. Malus'Snowdrift'- red buds open to white, abundant with long bloom period. Fruit orange-red, persistent. Scab resistant. 30' .tir 1(14414 %44S �.s r 44 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES TUPELO, SOURGUM /D Nyssa sylvatica Size & Rate of Growth 30 to 50 feet in height with a 15 to 20 foot spread. Long lived, slow growing. Ornamental Features A pyramidal form with pendulous lower branches. Clean dark green foliage. l�t Beautiful copper-orange autumn color. •• Use As a street tree, parking lot island, buffer strip highway shade tree where conditions are appropriate. Culture Full sun to semi-shade. Moist well-drained soil best;will tolerate wet soil. Drought Tolerance Poor to moderate once esta• ? -•. Planted in dry site, needs occasional irrigation during drought. ,; Pruning ,+ Lower descending bra F es sho e p ` • for street tree use Needs little or no pruning ' •, to develop strong structu tg'; nt akage. :3111:7 • Inects & Diseases noted. Maintenance Issues See pruning. Causes some litter. Native Range ' m` Eastern U.S. so• so• Isla% So• 1 pa: t r -' 45 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES SOURWOOD / D Oxydendrum arboreum 0 Size & Rate of Growth 25 to 30 feet in height with a 15 to 20 foot spread. Possibly taller under ideal conditions. Slow growth rate. Ornamental Features U Pyramidal form with a rounded top. Glossy green leaves in summer. Flowers in late summer. Beautiful orange autumn color in late October.A row of Sourwood in fall color are memorable. Use As a street tree under appropriate conditions. Suitable for planting under power lines. Culture Light shade to full sun. Should not be planted in especially hot locations. Best with moist, Sit well-drained soil. Drought Tolerance 1,"'",, .. Low initial drought toleran• 0` 4;hen well established. Pruning not necessary. '-:., , " �•"�•; Insects & DI •991e None noted. ' , Maintenance Issues None. Native Range es. Eastern U.S. '•• SD' so• 30• S 31-14 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES PERSIAN PARROTIA a\/1 Parrotia persica Size & Rate of Growth 20 to 30 feet in height, possibly higher, with a 15 to 20 foot spread. Slow to medium growth rate. Ornamental Features Deep lustrous green summer foliage. Multi-trunk form. Yellow orange, gold to orange to rosy pink, long lasting autumn color.Attractive mottled flaking bark. Flowers appear before leaves as red haze. Use As street tree under appropriate conditions. Upright branching pattern keeps limbs clear of street and sidewalks. Upright ascending vase-shaped form. May be an outstanding specimen tree. Culture Full sun to light shade. Moist ;4 11;1; loam soil. Not tolerant of wet conditions. Drought Tolerances 4 Not drought tolerant. g Pruning r .,,, Not usually necessary. �'"r"" Insects & Diseases y' None. Maintenance Issues `,,,, Need protection from sun scald. ,S4% "fris?‘ Native Range Northwestern Iran. ;sip aD' So' it it I L a cl fp cif RECOMMENDED STREET TREES Pistache chinensis OQO Size & Rate Of Growth 40 to 50 feet in height with a similar spread. Slow to moderate growth rate. Ornamental Features Nicely formed oval-shaped tree with compound ash-like foliage. Brilliant yellow, orange, and red coloration in autumn. •• Use A very suitable street tree. Culture Full sun. Good drainage. Will tolerate less-than-ideal soils. Drought Tolerance Good once established. dyr $4' Pruning Must be pruned to initi- .evelop g •d tree form. " Insects & DI None. Maintenance Issues See pruning. Staking often reguir-d on s '; - ees. Fruit litter may be a problem on female trees. Native Range ` China. Varieties & Cultivars 'Keith Davey'-male selection w/no fruit and having -x nt a n co 80' 50' •%MC Nee;let A as, r�rr. rr'M'y ' • W RECOMMENDED STREET TREES FLOWERING PLUM (Dr Prunus cerasifera vars. 0 Size & Rate Of Growth 15 to 30 feet tall and 15 to 25 feet wide. Moderate growth rate. Ornamental Features Upright, dense rounded form.Very popular due to it's purple leaves. Light pink flowers in early spring. Use Good as a street tree. Culture Grows best in full sun to bring out the deep purple color of the leaves. Drought Tolerance Moderate drought resistance. Pruning Prune lightly at regular als to ;',ect poor branching habits. Insects & Disease Often succumbs to borer �•m• " Maintenance Issues Fruit litter may be a problem with -rtain • . • 4E Varieties & Cuttivars 'Thundercloud'is the most commonly ava it-bearing problems. 'Krauter Vesuvius'has darker purple leaves and bears less . Newp s reddish purple leaves, reddish fall color and no fruiting problems. The hybris p', Blir a' double flowers and seldom produces fruit. SO' 50' 30'Ss ,Ffi ' isra`m n RECOMMENDED STREET TREES Prunus sargentii (D' 0 Size & Rate of Growth 20 to 35 feet tall,width slightly less than the height; moderate growth. Ornamental Features Symmetrical, round-topped habit.Attractive reddish-brown bark peels when older in coarse, �,,� curly strips. Leaves emerge reddish-bronze, turning dark green during the summer. Fall color is among the best for cherries-vivid red to bronze. Single pink flowers appear in clusters of •• two to six. Fruit is not very showy, dark purple-black in the summer. Fruit is often eaten by birds. Use Street tree. Culture Prefers sun in a fertile, well-drai ed soil. Highly intolerant of urban pollution. Readily trans- planted. Drought Tolerance Fair when becoming =blished m •-rate when mature. Pruning •,;, '- Slow to respond from pruning wou r, ., ne to 1,ape the tree when young, then avoid "1 pruning as the tree matures. '' Insects & Diseases Brown rot, bacterial canker, scale oaten; ! rs _ i-rs all may attack flowering cherries. Maintenance Issues See pruning. May sucker from base at or below gr-.,j;, Native Range Northern Japan, Korea. So' Varieties & Cultivars 'Columnaris'-a narrow form with potential as a street tree. 'Accol has semi-double deep pink flowers. 50' 30' to cr4 lir 3. M_ RECOMMENDED STREET TREES JAPANESE FLOWERING CHERRIES Prunus serrulata a Size & Rate Of Growth 20-25 feet tall with 20 foot spread. Moderate growth rate. Ornamental Features Symmetrical multi-trunk, upright spreading with a vase or rounded habit. New leaves are bronzy. Spectacular flowers vary from white to deep pink depending upon the variety. Use Excellent street tree when given sufficient soil space. Can tolerate clay soils if they are well drained. Culture Prefers full sun with good drainage and ample moisture. Drought Tolerance Not drought tolerant. Needs little pruning. <,° Insects & Diseases � �� k '-, Can suffer from cankers, virus and Maintenance Issues Does not bear fruit but may need watchi .2' or borers. Varieties & Cultivars 'Mt. Fuji' has profuse clusters of flowers which are bud en white. 'Kwanzan' has double, deep pink blooms. 'Amanogawa' has a colu r h it p pink flowers. 4/e\r` so• so• so• 7J xr i. tie is • rpf RECOMMENDED STREET TREES GALLERY PEAR Pyrus calleryana () 0 Size & Rate of Growth 30 to 50 feet tall with 20 to 35 foot spread; moderate to fast growth. Ornamental Features Generally conical, although broadening with age. Leaves are dark, glossy green in summer, / 1 turning to shades of scarlet in fall. Flowers appear before the leaves and are clusters of pure white blossoms with black stamens. Fruits are small, round and inconspicuous. •• Use Street tree tolerant of urban conditions. Culture Full sun exposure gives best growth. Tolerates a variety of soils.Adapts to polluted urban environments. Tolerates limited root room. Drought Tolerance Moderate. Pruning Occasionally a centre •er will r d t•., , ained.As the tree ages, prune to keep 0,1.64 shape and remove dead ' _.; • o . .,,,,ranch angles when young. Prune to keep branches clear of street and sidew ,''I"^'t � d^: Insects & DI • Some varieties susceptible to fire blight = cedar-a•• st. Maintenance I If narrow branch angles are left unchecked the br- s can and rip the trunk. Fruit litter can be a problem. Native Range China. SD' Varieties & Cultivars 'Aristocrat'-more open form with darker, narrow foliage. Narrow bra angles make it difficult to prune.These same narrow angles cause branch breaka n storms. 'Chanticleer' -much narrower than Bradford and thinner in texture. The width is equal to half the height. 'Redspire'-a less stiff pyramidal form than Bradford. Leaves turn yellow or red in the fall. 'Autumn Flame'-good branch angles, red fall color. Susceptible to fire blight. 50'SO' tit rfro L RECOMMENDED STREET TREES CANYON LIVE OAK �� Quercus chrysolepis Size & Rate of Growth 30 to 60 feet in height with a spread of from 30 to 40 feet. Slow growth rate. Ornamental Features An evergreen native oak with a round headed or somewhat spreading form. Use As a drought tolerant accent tree where an evergreen is desired. Culture Full sun to considerable shade. Poorer growth habit in shade. n Drought Tolerance TIP Very drought tolerant once established. �% Pruning v (r. Some pruning usually ne ,.,1-1'' ; ; ,tablish a favorable structure. F Insects & Diseas " ° Perhaps scale. ',. ;•"' v ty Maintenance Issues iffir•. See Pruning. Native Range •,:. Southwest Oregon, California. Varieties 3 Cultivars May be somewhat difficult to obtain, not readily avai e. '„• %, SO' so• 1M •iP lc....... .4 ., _ tr. , ...e.,.. , • . _.- -..., . . ir „. . m RECOMMENDED STREET TREES SCARLET OAK Quercus coccinea Cc ) Size & Rate of Growth 50 to 75 feet in height with a 40 to 50 foot spread. Somewhat slow growing. Ornamental Features Bright green leaves in summer and scarlet red in fall.Younger trees keep leaves in winter. Older trees may lose leaves in fall. Use A good large-canopied street tree where adequate space is provided. Culture Full sun. Deep, moist, well-drained soil. Summer irrigation usually required. Some problems with transplanting. Sir Drought Tolerance Not greatly drought tolerant . Nip ,-p roots help. - Pruning Train and prune to d 93 good str÷ure Insects & DI *f 5 No major problems. ut'Y {Y Maintenance Issues See Culture and Pruning.A better street ' e than Pi * lo which has more lateral and weeping branches. €K Native Range Eastern United States. 80' 50' Cal ft,: •a R • . ]� ,,, may+r: 30. IAA tile* 'CC- its Var �I a K `c Ste RECOMMENDED STREET TREES ENGLISH OAK Quercus robur (cli Size & Rate of Growth 60 to 70 feet tall and nearly as wide; moderate to fast growth. Ornamental Features Large, round-headed outline. Leaves dark green with three to seven pairs of rounded lobes. ral No fall color. Leaves either drop green or turn brown and persist.Acorn one to two inches long with the cup covering 1/3 of the nut. Use Large street tree.Variety'Fastigiata'good where a large columnar tree is desired. Culture Prefers full sun but can tolerate light shade. Moderately tolerant of the urban environment. Drought Tolerance Good once established. .? ', Pruning rt. Low branches may s to be rem•; d to raise the crown. Insects & Di r .; r Susceptible to mildew. �4I'l'°.` at, Maintenance I ' " "g Leaves remain on tree during winter. i Native Range Yf ..,,o.,,,,:.Europe, northern Africa, western Asia. Varieties & Cultivars 'Fastigiate'-narrow, upright habit, much like Lomba lar. grow 5 feet with a 10 to 15 foot width. SO• W �� so S6 ' ."mil,' `r i 4j5r It 4• L 30' • . : Ea RECOMMENDED STREET TREES RED OAK Quercus rubra Size & Rate of Growth 50 to 80 feet tall with a spread of 40 to 50 feet; moderate to fast growth. Ornamental Features Matures to a dome-shaped,wide-spreading, dense form with upwardly curving branches. High branching habit.As trees mature, the upper limbs show a dark streaking over the gray, as if paint had been spilled at the branch junction. New leaves and leaf stalks are often red when emerging. Leaves are dark green during summer,turning red to brown in fall.Acorn is small, about 3/4 to 1 inch. Use Large canopied street tree. Culture Grows best in full sun in moist, ell-drained, acidic soils but will tolerate other conditions. Performs well in the urban e ,r,'r ent. Not tolerant of extremely wet soils. tip, Drought Tolerance ��� Moderate once esta• d Needs l mer irrigation in fast draining soils. Pruning f -? Some pruning necessary to develo• stree" -e form. " \ Insects & Diseases Scale. Maintenance 1 ;,,,,,, ./AA\ Many develop chlorosis in high pH soils. Native Range Eastern North America. Varieties & Cultivars 60. 'Aurea' -new foliage emerges bright yellow in the spring. 50' verlese • 30' +fir _ - 56 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES CORK OAK �� Quercus suber U Size and Rate of Growth 40—70' in height with a 40—50'spread. Slow growth, long-lived with a trunk as large as 4' in diameter at maturity. Ornamental Features Small evergreen leaves with a dense broad irregularly shape canopy. Use A fine shade tree. Culture Full sun. Tolerates a variety of soils from acid to alkaline. Drought Tolerance Very drought tolerant once esta.lished with irrigation in the first few years. Pruning Careful pruning during ., hto crea,?form. cv Insects & Disease "10, Deer tolerant. 4 c -SC Maintenance Issues None known. Native Range Mediterranean Europe and North Africa.r`r XIS:"\i 80• r so• clnritr..ibal ., ,—, titsir. ,_,..„ 7„.„, 30' -1 te ai RECOMMENDED STREET TREES EUROPEAN MOUNTAIN ASH Sorbus aucuparia 0 Size & Rate of Growth 35 to 45 feet tall,with a width 2/3 to equal the height; moderate growth. Ornamental Features Oval, dense habit. Leaflet color is dull green in summer,turning yellow, orange or red in fall. 4l't Individual creamy white flowers are small but are borne in a flat-topped cluster of from three to five inches in diameter in late spring. Fruit is orange-red, berry-like, in clusters; showy in midsummer. The fruit may persist through the winter unless eaten by birds. The weight of the fruit often bends the outer stems of the branches. Use Street tree. Good for wildlife. Culture Cir Best growth occurs in full sun o light shade; average soils. Tolerates wind and heat. Drought Tolerance _ Poor. Pruning , Remove narrow branch n =` s not heal well from major pruning cuts or automobile damage. •` Insects & Diseases Sun scald may be a problem where trim C exposed ng southwestern sunlight. Fire blight can be a serious problem. Maintenance I Fruit can be messy, especially over pavement, thou irds n ve fruit. %•,,,, Native Range Europe,Asia Minor. So' Varieties & Cultivars 'Cardinal Royal'-the large, bright red fruits color early. Many other s species, having less availability than S. aucuparia, might be worthwhile as t trees. 50' 0 ,19`"?‘ 30' Sar- y.t. RECOMMENDED STREET TREES JAPANESE SNOWBELL a� Styrax japonicus 0 Size & Rate of Growth 20-30'tall with equal spread. Slow growing. Ornamental e taa Lovely small tree e with a broadly rounded head. Pendulous white flowers in spring followed by dry tan colored drupes. Bright yellow fall foliage. Use Small street tree. Could be used under power lines. Culture Full sun or partial shade. Needs ample moisture in summer. Does best in moist, acid,well- drained soil. Drought Tolerance Not drought resistant. Pruning `n Remove suckers to r -I graceful r ' ontal habit. Insects & Di None. 'a•rr Maintenance Issues Wide-spreading branches may be a hind,, ce to sid- and street traffic. Fruit debris may be a problem. Native Range Japan, China, Korea ''•c` Varieties & Cultivars 'Pink Chimes' has pink blooms on a more upright tree. bassia' agrant, in youth and more rounded at maturity. 80• 50' 30' -I ; . e m RECOMMENDED STREET TREES BALDCYPRESS Taxodium distichum Size & Rate of Growth Ullll 50 to 70 feet in height with a 20 to 30 foot spread. Moderate growth rate; long lived. Ornamental Features A fine textured deciduous conifer. Slender, pyramidal habit. Foliage and appearance ••• somewhat similar to that of the Dawn Redwood. The trunk is unusually flared at the base. •y•; LITTLELEAF LINDEN Tilia cordata 0 Size & Rate of Growth 40 to 55 feet in height with a width of to 2/3 the height; moderate growth. Ornamental Features Broadly pyramidal to upright oval habit. Leaves are 1 to 3 inches long, equally broad or broader dark green above, silvery below. Fragrant yellow flowers are borne in two to three inch clusters in June or early July. Bees attracted to flowers. Fruits are small nutlets. Use Street tree and lawn specimen. Culture Prefers full sun,well-drained fertile soil. Tolerant of the urban environment. Drought Tolerance Moderate. t Pruning Young trees benefit f staking an k haping to establish a strong central leader. Mature trees require i ning. , Insects & Diseases /, \ Aphids. ,01.4s u^< Maintenance Issues Aphid infestation may cause honeydew. ;r-mov kers. :; =it.ge 80' 50' tikQ 4"410 1 "lq•ifilr%elk Y., L RECOMMENDED TREES Ulmus parvifolia () 0 Size & Rate of Growth 40 to 60 feet tall; moderate to fast growth. Ornamental Features Wide spreading with pendulous twigs and branch ends. Mottled bark combines hues of grays, greens, oranges and browns. Leathery green leaves are one to three inches in length. In milder conditions,the leaves may remain evergreen over the winter. In more northern cli- mates, they may have a fall color in tones of red, yellow, and purple. Small seeds have wings. Use Lawn specimen, street tree, and screen. Culture ] Full sun, moist,well-drained soils preferred. Will tolerate unfavorable conditions. ��// Drought Tolerance 4, Reasonably good. n.' ,., Pruning a i, Frequent light thinning P •referr- s •cc-y., f-I heavy pruning promotes a flush of ,0"'s unattractive growth. Prun `.r-,;„ wi. 5,.c Insects & Di Shows resistance to Dutch elm d ease, ;'„r"' - beetle and Japanese beetle. Maintenance Issues Weak wood may result in damage during j • • jury to surface roots and lower trunk. Potential to lift sidewalks and pavement. Native Range China, Japan. Varieties & Cultivars SO' 'Blake'-branches sweep upward. Note This species is often confused with Ulmus pumila, the Siberian elm. The Siberian elm is inferior to the Chinese elm because the Siberian elm has weak wood, is a prolific seed pro- ducer which causes a litter problem, and is much more susceptible to annual elm leaf beetle damage. se' It% trr fry yam^{ M •,Si 62 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES ZELKOVA Zelkova serrata 0 0 Size & Rate of Growth 50 to 80 feet tall; moderate to fast growth. Ornamental Features This elm tree relative is low branched, with a vase-shaped outline and a rounded top.As tree matures,the bark begins to exfoliate. Dark green leaves are oval and slightly rough on top. Fall color varies from red to yellow. Flowers and tiny woody fruits are inconspicuous. Use Street tree where sufficient root room is provided. ■ Culture Full sun.Adaptable to many soil types but exhibits best growth in well-drained soils. Cl°T�l Reasonably pollution tolerant. Transplants easily. �/ Drought Tolerance -" Once the plant is well est !' e.,5, -hows good drought tolerance. Pruning Dense crown may be , ed wh °ou ,- ce it tends to branch low, care must be taken ;0. to keep limbs from obstr ' s is Y"I" ro Insects & DI ? p' Resistant to Dutch elm disease a d elm I'; - le. Maintenance issuesr May be susceptible to damage from later + ' s. Native Renege Japan. Varieties & Cultivers 'Village Green'-fast growing form with smooth, straight trunk and superio or. 80, 'Green Vase'-more upright branching structure. ids rP ti, r k�' 50' rr i s, .6.•••i 1 "Nit rre sow Cie°t- AS Orr soi mod+ gels, I11, 63 cyt RECOMMENDED STREET TREES NON-RECOMMENDED STREET TREES The following trees may be of value as street trees when properly located and cared for. However, they may cause or be subject to the indicated problems. Acer macrophyllum(Big Leaf Maple) Reason: Doesn't react well to confined root space. Leaf scorch in summer. Aesculus species(Horse Chestnuts) Reason: Messy; roots heave sidewalks. Ailanthus altissima(Tree of Heaven) Reason: Invasive root system. If used, a male tree should be chosen. Alnus species(Alder) Reason: Wind damage, shallow invasive roots. Catalpa speciosa(Western T'' ,-) Reason: Bark is thin and d «;-red by mechanical impact branches drop, pods drop during summer causin• t.'ess and fi;=y scorch. Comus mas(Cornelia ,merry) Reason: Falling fruit is m= • Jr- to ks. Fraxinus velutina 'Modesto'(M• '•As , 4r, Reason: Subject to Anthracnose.'lften p:_="` ' ch structure. Laburnum x waterers(Goldenchain) Reason: Poisonous. ,+ fm^ un Moms alba(Fruitless Mulberry) Reason: Invasive root system. Strong lateral brans e. Platanus acerifolia(Sycamore) Reason:A tree of great beauty but has strong surface roots, subject to An e, messy, solar unfriendly. Picea, Pseudotsuga, etc. (Evergreen Conifers) Reason: Lateral branches tend to interfere with clearance. Mature trees dangerously self- prune lower limbs. Quercus palustris(Pin Oak) Reason: Lower branches tend to weep, obstruct traffic and visibility. 64 RECOMM STREET TREES PROHIBITED STREET TREES Although the City feels that total exclusion of any tree would be inappropriate, it recognizes that some trees may cause problems when used as street trees.The following species are normally prohibited for one or several of the following reasons: 1)their roots cause injury to sewers or pavements; 2)they are particularly subject to insects or diseases; 3)they cause safety and visibility problems along streets and at intersections; 4)they create messy side- walks and pavements. These trees are prohibited for use as street trees except under special circumstances. Their use must be approved by the Planning Commission. LATIN NAME COMMON NAME Juglans species Walnut Madura pomifera Osage Orange Moms, Prunus, etc. (weeping) Weeping varieties of various mulberries, Moms alba crabapples, cherries, etc. Populus trichocarpa, tremuloides, etc. Fruiting Mulberry Prunus, Pyrus, etc. (fruiting) Poplar& related species Salix babalonica 'a; Commercial Fruit Trees Ulmus americans Weeping Willow litmus pumila '; American Elm Siberian Elm ,," s tr lt .I )1:4e0X., 65 RECOMMENDED STREET TREES 71/3221:131.11MMIIMIIMMIllir-- , TREES OF NORTH AMERICA, Roger Phillips PLANTS/PEOPLE/AND ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, Gary O. Robinette TREES FOR AMERICAN GARDENS, Donald Wyman TREES IN URBAN DESIGN, Henry F.Arnold TREES FOR THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST, Dennis Lueck GREENSTREETS (THE STREET PLAN FOR OAKLAND), Fern Tiger, (Ed.) MANUAL OF WOOD LANDSCAPE PLANTS, Michael A. Dirr PLANTS THAT MERIT ATTENT ON VOLUME I TREES, Janet M. Poor, (Ed.) THE SUNSET WESTER '"D*4ti• OOK k • „ ' . I ti ' Ps ;:t='Marie) J.Ames z THE SEATTLE CITY FO ,• �t 0 !r� ' '' .(i NUALL Marvin Black& Ellen Ziegler STREET TREES FOR HOME & hi a IC •:. Michael Dirr& Gary Koller TREES FOR EUGENE, Nancy Robin M. an ,(" THE SUNSET PRUNING HANDBOOK, ` ' ; dli " son (Ed.) URBAN FORESTRY NOTEBOOK, Puget Sound Po `ran t The Center for Urban Horticulture, University of Washington, Washington . ate men atural Resources. HANDBOOK OF LANDSCAPE TREE CULTIVARS, 1 et N. Wa II TREES AND SHRUBS FOR PACIFIC NORTHWEST GARDENS, Joh rant Carol L. Grant(Revised) TREES FOR URBAN AND SUBURBAN LANDSCAPES, Edward F. Gillman NORTH AMERICAN LANDSCAPE TREES,Arthur Lee Jacobson 66 RECOMMENDED TREES a TWIN CREEKS TOD UPDATE City of Central Point,Oregon Planning Department 140So.ThirdSt,Central Point,Or97502 CENTRAL Tom Humphrey,AICP, 541.664.3321 Fax 541.664.6384 POINT Development Director www.ci.central-point.or.us MEMORANDUM To: Planning Commission From: Don Burt, Planning Manager Subject: Agenda Item Vll-A Update on Twin Creeks Development Activity Date: October 1, 2013 Introduction The Twin Creeks Transit Oriented Development is entering its 141h year of development and is approximately 30% completed (residential only,no commercial activity). THE TWIN CREEKS TOD MASTER PLAN The Twin Creeks Master Plan was approved on December 14, 2000 and allowed for a maximum development of 1,475 dwelling units and 200,000 sq. ft. of commercial floor area. Build-out of Twin Creeks TOD was conditioned on the timely completion of specified street improvements.The most significant, and outstanding street improvement, is construction of the intersection/railroad crossing at Twin Creeks Crossing and Hwy. 99. As a result in changes in the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) it is necessary to amend the Master Plan as necessary to address changes in floodway boundaries.The FIRM changes affect the final two phases (North Village 1 &2).The applicant has submitted to FEMA plans for modification of the FIRM,which is pending approval. Once approved the Developer can submit modifications to the Master Plan. A deadline of September 5,2014 has been set for consideration of a Master Plan extension and necessary modifications. Any amendment to the Master Plan will require approval by the Planning Commission. It is anticipated that the revised Master Plan will be submitted this winter. CURRENT INFRASTRUCTURE ACTIVITY Relative to the Twin Creeks TOD there are two major infrastructure projects in progress: 1. FIRM Modifications-The Twin Creeks developer has prepared engineered plans for modifications to the current FIRM.The proposed changes have been submitted to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)for their review and Page 1 of 3 approval. It is our understanding that FEMA has approved the proposed changes pending approval of the environmental mitigation. Once approved the Developer can proceed to construct the floodway improvements (Spring 2014). 2. RR-Xing Improvements-The RR-Xing improvements have been engineered and the City is expecting a grant($2,670,000) from the Oregon Transportation Commission (OTC) to partially fund the RR-Xing and Hwy. 99 intersection construction. Construction is scheduled for FY17-18 at a cost of approximately $3,970,000.The City Council is currently discussing funding of the City's match ($1,300,000). It is anticipated that of the City's match the Developer will be responsible for$750,000. Once completed Twin Creeks TOD will have met its infrastructure requirements and will be allowed to build-out per the approved master plan. RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY Since approval of the Master Plan approximately 1,475 dwelling units have been approved,of which 430 dwelling units have been constructed.Currently, Twin Creeks has immediate capacity to accommodate an additional 1,045 dwelling units.The below table identifies the planned and constructed housing by type. RI.SIDI.N'I'1AI 1)1 VI!I Ol'MIiNI A(`I'IVf1Y HMR 650 182 124 244 A•artments LMR (SFR 368 231 137 0 Detached Over the course of the next 10 years (2013-23) it is estimated that an additional 367 dwelling units will be constructed in Twin Creeks. Although it is anticipated that the RR- Xing will be completed by 2018, the current street infrastructure has adequate capacity to accommodate the estimated 367 dwelling units by 2023. COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY Twin Creeks TOD was designed and approved to accommodate 200,000 sq. ft. of commercial floor area. To date there has been no commercial development activity in Twin Creeks. Asante has indicated an interest in constructing a 30,000 sq. ft. medical facility at such time as the RR-Xing is improved. At 30,000 sq. ft. the Asante building would serve as a major attractor for additional commercial development. By 2023 it is estimated that 40,000 sq.ft. of commercial space will be constructed in Twin Creeks,with the Asante medical clinic as a major anchor. Page 2 of 3 TRANSPORTATION CAPACITY Presently, the Twin Creeks TOD has a traffic capacity of 6,760 Average Daily Trips (ADT). Any development that generates trips beyond the 6,760 ADT will require completion of the RR-Xing, at which point Twin Creeks will be able to build-out per the approved master plan. At the current level of development Twin Creeks is generating 3,332 Average Daily Trips. The following table illustrates current and projected levels of ADT vs. the trip capacity limit. As illustrated there is sufficient capacity to support residential development at the projected rate. 8000 6,670 ADT TRIP CAP �i• 7000 �e 6000 Y 5000 j A / A 4000 f _, 3000 ••.. /- 2000 1000 I oi 0 WHHHHH By 2018 it is expected,based on the pending grant, that the RR-Xing project will be completed,with some additional capacity. If the rate of development increase capacity could be reached or exceeded prior to completion of the RR-Xing,in which case development would be postponed. Page 3 of 3 URBAN GROWTH BOUNDARY ALTERNATIVE CRITERIA City of Central Point, Oregon Planning Department 140 So.Third St.,Central Point,Or 97502 CENTRAL Tom Humphrey,AICP, 541.664.3321 Fax 541.664.6384 POINT Development Director www.ci.centra l-point.ocu s MEMORANDUM To: Planning Commission From: Don Burt,Planning Manager Subject: Agenda Item VII-B,Urban Growth Boundary Criteria Changes Date: October 1, 2013 Introduction With respect to urban growth boundary criteria HB 2254 and HB 2255 have recently been adopted offering an alternative methodology for addressing urban growth boundary changes. At the October 1st meeting Staff will provide an overview of the options provided by HB 2254 and 2255. Page 1 of 1