There are probably some dead remnant roots underneath.

This includes areas characterized by steep slope, potential slide areas, known slide areas, wetlands, wetland buffers, riparian corridors, shoreline habitat and shoreline habitat buffers. Only non-native and hazardous trees (TIP B) can be removed within some of these ECAs and only with a replanting plan reviewed and approved by SDCI (SMC and TIP A). Mar 27, removal within a landslide-prone or steep slope erosion hazard area, a letter from a qualified geotechnical engineer licensed by the State of Washington stating that tree removal (and any required revegetation) will not adversely affect slope stability If you are proposing removal of a protected tree File Size: KB.

tally Critical Areas (ECA), tree removal may require a Vegetation and Tree Removal permit: wetlands, riparian corridor, landslide prone, steep slope, and fish and wildlife area. See SMC and Director's Rule for information on requirements for Vegetation and Tree Removal permits in these ECAs. 2.

The trees provide a host of benefits to our community, such cleaner

In all other areas, the provisions of SMC apply. On undeveloped land where develop.

Jun 30, Consequently, the City of Seattle provides protections for trees and vegetation within landslide-prone critical areas (including steep slopes), steep slope buffers, riparian corridors, shoreline habitat, shoreline habitat buffers, wetlands and wetland buffers. Date Revised: 06/30/ See all Tips. steep slope, and fish and wildlife area. See SMC and Director's Rule for information on requirements for Vegetation and Tree Removal permits in these ECAs.

2. In all other areas, the provisions of SMC apply. On undeveloped land where develop-ment is not proposed, removal of any tree over six inches in diameter is prohibited. Tree removal in Environmentally Critical Areas shall comply with the steep slopes where this is not possible, the lowest practical point on the uphill side.

well as future development must comply with City of Seattle tree retention regulations. Director’s Rule Page 5 of 9. Aug 05, How Much Does Tree Removal Usually Cost in Seattle? Every tree removal is different, and as such there are no set prices.

It is a good idea to discuss concerns you have about trees on their property before they fall, but if there is not anything inherently wrong with the tree, they do not have to remove it.

In Seattle, on average, it can cost betweenand 1, to remove the tree. Depending on the reason for removal, your homeowner’s insurance may cover some or all of the cost, minus a deductible.