Fwd: [UC] Trees on 4500 Walnut Street - Ordinance Guidelines - Don't Snitch?
Craig, What is the source of the snipped language? Does this mean the pit itself is 3 X 4', which is what I'd think was intended, or that that much clearance is required from the base of the trunk, which is what it seems to say? Paul There are reasonable practices meant to maximize tree viability in urban settings. No pavement shall be laid within an area of three (3) feet by four (4) feet around the base of the trunk of any such tree nor shall any stone, gravel, cement, lumber, or other material be deposited upon such area. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: UnivCity@list.purple.com Sent: Sun, 22 Apr 2007 11:44 PM Subject: Re: [UC] Trees on 4500 Walnut Street - Ordinance Guidelines - Don't Snitch? In a message dated 4/22/2007 7:29:30 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Someone private-mailed me and accused me of “dime-dropping” on the “whoever”with LI and asked me to post a clarification. Are you stating a participant on this listserv tried to intimidate you with the threat of Don't Snitch? How sad. Out the weenie, SAli. LI codes are meant to support a reasonable and decent quality of life for the general populace.... I plan to check with LI to see what the regulations are, what forms are used. There are reasonable practices meant to maximize tree viability in urban settings. No pavement shall be laid within an area of three (3) feet by four (4) feet around the base of the trunk of any such tree nor shall any stone, gravel, cement, lumber, or other material be deposited upon such area. Private Contractors. Any person engaged in the business of planting, removing, spraying, pruning, bark tracing, and root pruning of street trees in the City of Philadelphia shall comply with the following rules and regulations relating to the proper performance of said work: He/she shall obtain a permit before performing any work on the street trees in the City. He/she shall sign an agreement whereby he/she will agree to hold the City of Philadelphia and the Commission harmless from any and all claims of whatever nature arising from damage of property or injury to any persons, however caused, through the exercise of said permit either by himself/herself, his/her agent, servant, or employee. He/she shall obtain comprehensive liability insurance for injury to any person or persons and for damage to any property, in such amount as the Commission may require. A certificate of insurance evidencing such coverage shall be placed on file with the Commission. He/she shall perform the work described above in good, workmanlike fashion, and in addition, shall comply with the published regulations for the care of street trees issued by the Commission. General guidelines are available at http://www.fairmountpark.org/StreetTree.asp I think man had a hand in this one. By keeping his hand in his pocket instead of spending money to the do the job right the first time. For over 30 years Stoneleigh has been a real estate gateway to hell and anguish in West Philly. The city stops responding when people stop complaining, because a cash strapped city hopes the private sector will remediate this valuable piece of real estate. In 1980 Court of Common Pleas almost seized the property, while the DA was prosecuting the owner for a plethora of significant code violations. Ever wonder why the exterior rain conductors still aren't connected to the DWV lines? It is a shame the building suffers from inept management. Craig Melidosian Past President Fairmount Park Commission Advisory Council See what's free at AOL.com. AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at AOL.com.
Fwd: [UC] Trees on 4500 Walnut Street
Perhaps if any of the tree experts on the list know, it would be helpful to post guidance on the accepted standards for tree openings in sidewalks. The trees no doubt would prefer no concrete at all. It seems obvious that laying the concrete up against the trunk is really bad. But what is one to do, when its time to replace the sidewalk, especially if the roots are pushing up the concrete causing tripping hazards and hassles for those in wheelchairs, baby carriages, etc? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: UnivCity@list.purple.com Sent: Sun, 22 Apr 2007 7:27 PM Subject: RE: [UC] Trees on 4500 Walnut Street Someone private-mailed me and accused me of “dime-dropping” on the “whoever” with LI and asked me to post a clarification. I don’t plan to “dime-drop” on anyone, not my place. I plan to check with LI to see what the regulations are, what forms are used.I keep seeing sidewalks with cement all around the base of trees not leaving enough room for water. I had an incident a few years ago with a neighbor’s tree he cemented around the base, the tree later fell and destroyed my fence! Also, I happen to know of a woman who lost her husband and unborn child due to a tree falling on the car her family was riding in, she was seriously injured but lived. Not a happy picture. It was just lucky the trees didn’t kill anyone.Act of God? … probably not. I think man had a hand in this one. S AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at AOL.com.
Re: Fwd: [UC] Trees on 4500 Walnut Street
That's easy, you build up your frame a little higher and make the sidewalk thicker. They don't have to be perfectly level either. None of these sidewalks in Philly are. It's just a little bit more material usage, but in the end, like in most situations, a little more investment, patience and work put into the project makes it more worthwhile and longer lasting. On Sunday 22 April 2007 20:04, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Perhaps if any of the tree experts on the list know, it would be helpful to post guidance on the accepted standards for tree openings in sidewalks. The trees no doubt would prefer no concrete at all. It seems obvious that laying the concrete up against the trunk is really bad. But what is one to do, when its time to replace the sidewalk, especially if the roots are pushing up the concrete causing tripping hazards and hassles for those in wheelchairs, baby carriages, etc? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: UnivCity@list.purple.com Sent: Sun, 22 Apr 2007 7:27 PM Subject: RE: [UC] Trees on 4500 Walnut Street Someone private-mailed me and accused me of “dime-dropping” on the “whoever” with LI and asked me to post a clarification. I don’t plan to “dime-drop” on anyone, not my place. I plan to check with LI to see what the regulations are, what forms are used.I keep seeing sidewalks with cement all around the base of trees not leaving enough room for water. I had an incident a few years ago with a neighbor’s tree he cemented around the base, the tree later fell and destroyed my fence! Also, I happen to know of a woman who lost her husband and unborn child due to a tree falling on the car her family was riding in, she was seriously injured but lived. Not a happy picture. It was just lucky the trees didn’t kill anyone. Act of God? … probably not. I think man had a hand in this one. S AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at AOL.com. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
