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 4 of 5 Response: The changes in topography in the areas will not be injurious to the trees to remain in proximity to the work. 14. Remove trees where it will impair suitable habitats and migratory zones for endangered or threatened species animals. Response: The removal of the existing trees will not impair nor impact suitable habitats and migratory zones for endangered or threatened species animals. 15. Engage in activities that cause harm to the health of the tree, including but not limited to, volcano mulching, cutting off light, water, or air, and/or fail to remove invasive vines or the invasive Tree of Heaven which harbors Japanese Spotted Lantern Flies which cause harm to native species of trees. Response: Measures are provided with the tree removal and replacement plans to address requirements to protect existing trees to remain. No invasive species are proposed. Site construction observation and coordination with the Township Forester will be provided during construction. c. Specific prohibitions related to construction activities: 1. In connection with any construction, prior to the issuance of a building permit or start of construction, snow fencing or other protective barriers shall be placed around trees that are not to be removed. The protective barriers shall be placed at the outermost edge beyond the drip line or tree canopy. All protective barriers shall remain in place until all construction activity is terminated. No equipment, chemicals, soil deposits or construction materials shall be placed within any area so protected by barriers. Any landscaping activities performed subsequent to the removal of the barriers shall be accomplished by hand labor and only using light machinery where necessary. 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. 2. Storing and placing building material or debris or placing construction equipment within the drip line.