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South Pasadena commission approves removal of mature oak at 1813 Marengo Avenue
Summary
The Natural Resources and Environmental Commission voted unanimously Feb. 25 to approve a tree removal permit for a mature oak at 1813 Marengo Avenue after staff and the applicant presented arborist findings and a replacement plan; neighbors voiced objections and safety concerns.
The Natural Resources and Environmental Commission approved a tree removal permit renewal Feb. 25 for a mature oak at 1813 Marengo Avenue following staff recommendations and public comment.
Staff told the commission the city arborist inspected the oak on Dec. 4, 2024, and concurred with the applicant's arborist that the tree was in poor health and structurally unstable. Staff cited two municipal-code criteria supporting removal: that the tree was diseased or damaged and that replacement plantings would provide greater benefit than retaining the existing volunteer oak. Staff also outlined permit fees and replacement requirements: an initial inspection fee of $241 was paid, a $364 removal permit fee would be charged upon approval, and the applicant must deposit $848…
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