Common use of Tree Removal Clause in Contracts

Tree Removal. 1. Digging tree from its present location and pruning it for transplanting. The Contractor shall remove trimmed fronds, seed spathes, limbs and all debris generated from the site. 2. Palms trees will be tied up with biodegradable Manila hemp or sisal twine. 3. Contractor is required to backfill holes created by the removal with clean fill, hand raking shall be used to obtain a smooth level grade, and sod as required. Plywood shall be used when necessary to prevent ruts. Bottom of root ball shall be set on undisturbed soil. 4. Determining the measurements for palms shall be “clear truck”. 5. Trees shall be handled so that roots, stems and branches are adequately protected at all times from drying out. Trees that cannot be planted immediately on delivery shall be kept well watered. 6. For single-trunk palms, the following minimum clean-cut root ball sizes will be required: Coconut Palm 2-3 foot radius from base of trunk Royal Palm 2-3 foot radius from base of trunk Washingtonian Palm 2-3 foot radius from base of trunk Sabal Palm ½ to 1 foot radius from base of trunk Queen Palm 1 to 1 ½ foot radius from base of trunk Root ball sizes for clustering and other palms will be determined on an individual basis. 7. Hardwood Trees-Root balls shall be 9 inches in diameter per one inch of trunk diameter. 8. To ensure the integrity of the root ball, every precaution must be taken so that it remains intact. During the removal, transportation, and planting of the tree, the Contractor shall exercise care to prevent injury and drying out of the trees. 9. Cuts around the root ball must be made with a sharp spade or axe. Flush clean cuts must be made to avoid tearing or breaking of the roots. If the ball is being dug with a backhoe or trencher, the initial ball should be dug several inches larger than the final ball size. The shaping and final cuts shall be done by hand.