12425 Tree Removal Application COMPLETE with Plans

~) ZS Dempsey, Dempsey & SHEEHAN 387 Springfield Avenue Summit, New Jersey 07901 ddsnjlaw.com Wilfred L. Dempsey (1906-1974) Jerry R. Dempsey (1941-2024) Amanda C. Wolfe, Esq. Bartholomew A. Sheehan, Jr. O: 908-277-0388 ext. 128 Robert W. Dempsey (NJ & FL Bar) D: 908-679-8872 Hilary Put F: 908-277-1813 lary P. Ulz Mark J. Scancarella December 4, 2025 awolfe@ddsnjlaw.com ‘Amanda C. Wolfe (NJ, NY & FL Bar) Via Fed-Ex and E-Mail (forester@westorange.org) Paula Sules, Clerk Township of West Orange Shade Tree Division 25 Lakeside Avenue West Orange, New Jersey 07052 RE: 262-270 Main Street Block 114, Lots 50 and 55 Tree Removal and Replacement Permit Application Dear Ms. Sules: We represent 262 Main Street Realty, LLC and 270 Main Street Realty, LLC, the owners of property located at 262-270 Main Street, which is designated as Block 114, Lots 50 and 55 on the Official Tax Map of the Township of West Orange (the “Property”). We recently submitted a land use application to the Planning Board and were advised that we had to complete the new Tree Removal and Tree Replacement Permit Application. By way of background, we are proposing to redevelop the existing site into a grocery store. Construction requires the removal of three (3) trees: Two (2) Pin Oaks and one (1) Sycamore Maple. In connection with the submission of the Tree Removal and Tree Replacement Permit Application, please find the following items: 1. Tree Removal Application; 2. Letter from Sam Burd, Licensed Tree Expert at Tamke Tree Experts dated November 21, 2025;

3. Tree Replacement Plan prepared by Jordan Cecinini, P.E., dated November 12, 2025, unrevised. The Tree Replacement Plan is designated as Sheet 5 of 12 of the Site Plan; 4. Shade Tree Details Plan, which includes Tree Protection Details, also prepared by Mr. Cecinini, dated November 12, 2025, unrevised. The Shade Tree Details Plan is designated as Sheet 6 of 12 of the Site Plan; 5. Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Notes and Details Plan, prepared by Mr. Cecinini, dated November 12, 2025, unrevised. The Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Notes and Details Plan is designated as Sheet 10 of 12 of the Site Plan; 6. $1,000 check payable to the Township of West Orange; and 7. 100 foot property owner’s list created December 3, 2025. The Checklist for Tree Removal Construction Applications/Projects includes a few checklist requirements (“Checklist Requirements”) that we respectfully request be waived for completeness purposes. First, we request that we be permitted to notice for the proposed tree removal in connection with the Planning Board application. Second, we request that we be permitted to submit the Hudson Essex Passaic Soil Conservation Approval as a condition of any potential Planning Board approval. As to the proposed notice, we can certainly insert additional notice language describing the proposed tree removal and replacement into the Municipal Land Use Law notice that is required for the Planning Board application. We have no objection to sending the notice to all of the neighbors within 200 feet (rather than 100 feet) because we will already have to mail the Municipal Land Use Law notice to all of those neighbors as part of the Planning Board application. If the Shade Tree Division prefers that we notice at a different time, please advise and we can do so. However, I do not think it would be appropriate for us to notice for the proposed tree removal before the Planning Board application is heard/decided. As to the required approval from the Soil Erosion Plan/Permit from the Hudson Essex Passaic Soil Conservation District, we request that same be required as a potential condition of any Planning Board approval. We certainly intend to file for this permit, but we intended to do so as part of the overall Planning Board application process. As part of the Planning Board application, we submitted a Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Notes and

this permit, but we intended to do so as part of the overall Planning Board application process. As part of the Planning Board application, we submitted a Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Notes and Details Sheet (included herewith), which includes a note stating that the TABLISHED 1929

Applicant “must obtain a District issued report of compliance prior to applying for the Certificate of Occupancy or a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy.” As such, we are already required to obtain the approval sought as part of the Checklist requirements. As to the balance of the Checklist Requirements, we confirm that we will install the tree protection measures depicted on the Shade Tree Details Plan, if same are acceptable to the Shade Tree Division. We further confirm that we intend to use Tamke Tree Experts to complete the tree work on the Property. We have also confirmed with Mr. Burd of Tamke Tree Experts that Tamke Tree Experts is currently registered in West Orange. Thank you for your consideration. If you require any additional information, please feel free to reach out! Very truly yours, C. Usage Amanda C. Wolfe ACW/acw ce: Joseph Siad (by email only) Jorge Mastropietro (by email only) Carlos Chacon (by email only) Kate Keller (by email only) Gary Dean (by email only) Jordan Cecinini (by email only) Xavier Ramon (by email only)

CHECKLIST FOR TREE REMOVAL CONSTRUCTION APPLICATIONS/PROJECTS  Submit Tree Removal Application; ✔  Provide a Letter from a Licensed Tree Expert (LTE) stating why the ✔ tree(s) need to be removed along with their approval of the replacement plan.  Tree Removal Plan; ✔  ✔ Tree Protection Plan (for trees that are remaining);  Tree Replacement Plan in accordance with the Township ✔ We are requesting a waiver for completeness purposes. We will obtain Ordinance; the necessary approval as a condition of approval if approved.  Soil Erosion Plan/Permit approved by the Hudson Essex Passaic Soil Conservation District (HEP SCD);  $1,000.00 ✔ Fee for the Permit (Check made payable to the Township of West Orange);  ✔ Installation of Silt Fence and Tree Protection Fence (snow fence not permitted) needs to be inspected prior to the commencement of tree removal and must remain in place throughout duration of the project; ✔Must use a Licensed Tree Contractor who is registered with the Township (List of Registered Contractors found on our website) All non-registered contractors will be required to register with the Township prior to the approval of the permit. *Forester must be on site while tree removal is taking place. Must give 2 weeks’ notice prior to the start of tree removal.

TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE Department of Public Works - Shade Tree Division PERMIT #: _________ 25 Lakeside Avenue DATE ISSD: ________ West Orange, NJ 07052 Phone/Fax: (973) 325-4169 FEE: _____________ westorange.org TREE REMOVAL and REPLACEMENT PERMIT APPLICATION PROPERTY ADDRESS: 262-270 Main Street DATE: December 4, 2025 Property Owner Information: Applicant Information (if not the owner 262 Main Street Realty LLC; 270 Main Street Realty LLC or tree contractor): Name: Name: Phone: 908-679-8872 Phone: E-mail: awolfe@ddsnjlaw.com E-mail: Mailing address if other than above: Relationship: 387 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ 07901 ALL TREES MUST BE MARKED FOR INSPECTION Location of tree(s): left rear corner of building adjacent to 13 Erwin Place; right corner of building adjacent to 6 Prospect Place x This tree(s) removal is part of a project or application involving the West Orange Zoning or Planning Board. ____ ** If checked for yes, the Tree Removal Checklist must be completed and replanting plan guide adhered to. ** Number of trees: 3 Species: Pin Oak (2) and Sycamore Maple

__ ** If checked for yes, the Tree Removal Checklist must be completed and replanting plan guide adhered to. ** Number of trees: 3 Species: Pin Oak (2) and Sycamore Maple (1) Diameter of each: 30";10";15" Reason for removal: Interferes with construction ______________________________________________________________________ I would like to meet with the Forester when he comes out. (Our office will contact you to set an appointment.) For office use only: Tree removal contractor info: Number of trees approved for removal: Tamke Tree Experts, Inc. CONTRACTOR: ______________________________ _Non-viable____ Viable 706 Martinsville Road, P.O. Box 251 Liberty Corner, NJ 07938 ADDRESS: __________________________________ Number of trees to be replaced: _________ 908-647-3537 PHONE: ___________________________________ Permit: Approved Denied tamketree@tamke.com E-MAIL: _________________________________ Signature of Forester: Date: Kindly complete and return to forester@westorange.org or submit via fax or street address above. This application is made with reference to comply with TOWNSHIP ORDINANCE 28-1-11. ALL REPLANTING REQUIREMENTS MUST BE STRICTLY ADHERED TO. Initial: _____ acw

‘ . soe , a New Jena Middlesex. PENNSYLVANTAY TAMKE oo sar | November 21, 2025 } To Whom It May Concern: The establishment of the three trees listed below at 270 Main Street in West Orange are not conducive to the construction project undertaken by 262 Main Street Realty in West Orange and must be removed to accommodate the projected scope of work. The root system(s) of the trees listed below also pose hazardous implications for the foundations of existing structures adjacent said trees. Lastly, the adjacent structures significantly limit the radius required to accommodate the growth of root plate(s) vital for anchoring the tree(s) to the ground. Consequently, said tree(s) pose a greater risk of uprooting and damaging adjacent structures than mechanically sound trees with an adequate radius for root plate development. Said trees listed below: 4. Pin Oak (Quercus palustris) (30” Dbh) off of left rear corner of building adjacent 13 Erwin Place property line a. Proximity of root plate to adjacent structures (foundation of 13 Erwin Place and retaining wall) poses significant risk of damage to adjacent structures. b. Lack of radius required for growth of vital anchoring portions of root plate pose significant risk of tree failure. c. Aloading dock is planned for installation in the same location as the tree. 2. Pin Oak (Quercus palustris) (10' Dbh) adjacent above a. A loading dock is planned for installation in the same location as the tree. 3, Sycamore Maple (Acer pseudoplatanus) (15”" Dbh) off of right rear corner of building adjacent 6 Prospect Place property line a. Lack of radius required for growth of vital anchoring portions of root plate pose significant tisk of tree failure, b. A-structure is planned for installation in the same location as the tree. Sam Burd Oo | NJ Licensed Tree Expert #696 ISA Certified Arborist NJ-1177A www.tamke,com ¢ 706 Martinsville Road, PO Box 251, Liberty Corner, NJ.07938 * 908-647-3537

TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE SHADE TREE DIVISION 25 LAKESIDE AVENUE WEST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY 07052 TEL/FAX: (973) 325-4015 E-M: FORESTER@WESTORANGE.ORG @WESTORANGE.ORG NEIGHBOR NOTIFICATION CERTIFICATION (Complete and return with application.) __________________________________________________________________________ 262-270 Main Street PROPERTY ADDRESS: ________________________________________________ List of neighboring property owner addresses within 100 feet to be notified. See attached 100' List Address: ______________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________ I hereby certify that owners of the above properties have been notified of the tree work relative to this application. Please see cover letter December 4, 2025 Property Owner Signature Date

created on 12/3/2025 Buffer Report T H E T O WN S H I P O F WE S T O R A N G E Office of the Assessor 66 Main Street West Orange, New Jersey 07052 Telephone: (973) 325-4060 Facsimile: (973) 669-4859 Highlighted feature(s) Parcel Limits (2) Municipality Block Lot Qualifier Parcel Owner Name Owner Street Owner Owner Property Mailing Address CityState Zip West Orange 270 MAIN 270 MAIN STREET 50-18 WOODSIDE, 11377 270 Main Street, West 114 50 SKILLMAN Township STREET REALTY LLC AVE NY Orange, NJ, 07052 50-18 West Orange 114 55 262 MAIN 262 MAIN STREET SKILLMAN WOODSIDE, 10018 262 Main Street, West Township STREET REALTY LLC NY Orange, NJ, 07052 AVE § List of adjoining feature(s) that intersect 100 foot buffer from Parcel Limits. Adjoining Properties (31) Parcel Owner Owner Property Municipality Block Lot Qualifier Owner Name Owner Street Address CityState Zip Mailing 16 Prospect 16 West Orange 114 44 PROSPECT SOTO, ISRAEL & JOYCE 16 PROSPECT WEST