August 24, 1999
To:Toronto Community Council
From:Joe Halstead, Commissioner Economic Development, Culture and Tourism
Subject:308 Beresford Avenue, Removal of Private Tree - Ward 19 High Park
Purpose:
An application for a permit to remove one tree on private property has been filed by the owner, Ms. Anna Jankowski, 308
Beresford Avenue, Toronto, M6S 3B3. The applicant is concerned that the tree may fall onto the house and garage.
Financial Implication:
N/A
Recommendations:
Either 1, or 2 below
- refuse to issue a permit for tree removal; or
- issue a permit for tree removal conditional on the applicant agreeing to plant a replacement tree to the satisfaction
of the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism.
Comments:
The tree in question is a sixty centimetre diameter Eastern white pine in fair condition. The tree is located near the garage
at the rear of the property and the applicant is concerned that it may fall and damage the house and garage. The white pine
is healthy at this time and there is no evidence to suggest that the tree poses a danger to the buildings on the property. The
white pine is a significant native species that should be protected in the City's urban forest. The applicant should have a
qualified tree expert monitor the tree regularly to ensure there are no concerns with respect to safety.
A notice of application sign was posted on the property for the required 14 day posting period, in order to notify the
neighbourhood and provide an opportunity for objection to the application. No written objections were received in
response to the application to remove the tree in question.
Contact Name:
Andrew Pickett
392-6644
Joe Halstead
Commissioner Economic Development, Culture and Tourism
