Plan reviews Forestry permitting and plan reviews often require
During this inspection, Forestry inspectors see if healthy and vigorous trees have been planted, maintained and cared for while determining whether these trees are in good standing within their environment. If the City does not grant an assumption, a re-inspection is required. If any issues arise, the developer is responsible for the maintenance and health of these trees until an assumption is granted.
interdepartmental collaboration and expertise. Staff review various applications, such as subdivision inspections and tree removal permits, and internal projects regarding forestry policies. Subdivision inspections The Urban Forestry department receives inspection requests from the Development Engineering department on behalf of a subdivision developer. Subdivision inspections are carried out from spring to early fall, when trees are in their best condition for inspection. Developers apply for completion approval, which is the first step towards assumption. Forestry inspectors will measure tree health and planting specifications to determine if the trees have been planted (as per the approved drawings) and maintained. When Development Engineering awards completion approval, a guaranteed maintenance period must be in place for 13 months before the landscape architects/consultants can proceed with assumption submissions. Once the guaranteed maintenance period is complete, developers may request an inspection for assumption.
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