6 2026 03 10 Tree Removal and Replacement Plan Supporting Letter

Tree Removal and Replacement Permit Application Block No. 174, Lot No. 1.01 West Orange Township, Essex County, New Jersey Langan Project No.: 101049802 10 March 2026 Page 2 of 5 Response: No trees are proposed to be removed within any conservation easements. 3. Engage in activities which could cause a tree to die, including but not limited to topping, grade cut or fill, soil compaction within the drip line, chemical contamination, excessive alterations to established drainage patters or mechanical damage. Response: Proposed measures are provided with the tree removal and replacement plans to address requirements to protect existing trees to remain. Site construction observation and coordination with the Township Forester will be provided during construction. 4. Cut down or remove any tree on a slope with a grade of 10% or greater on a slope where vegetation is presently stabilizing soils. Response: A waiver is requested for trees that are proposed to be removed on a slope with a grade of 10% or greater that is a part of the proposed site plan application. Tree replacement, proposed grading activities, and vegetative stabilization are proposed to provide suitable conditions post-construction. 5. Cut down or remove any tree unless it is performed by a Qualified Tree Expert and who shall be registered with the Township of West Orange pursuant to Section 5-27 et seq. Response: The work will be performed by a Qualified Tree Expert and who shall be registered with the Township of West Orange. 6. Perform street, curb and sidewalk construction or repairs unless utilizing methods that protect the roots and trunk of a tree, such as manual excavation, reducing the curb, curving sidewalks around a tree, and modifying driveway aprons to accommodate trees as directed by the Township Forester or Township Engineer. Response: Measures are provided with the tree removal and replacement plans to address requirements to protect existing trees to remain. Site construction observation and coordination with the Township Forester will be provided during construction. 7. Remove trees within one hundred (100) feet of a ridgeline. Response: No ridgelines are within the area of the proposed work.