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Board allows one tree removal at Bethany Methodist renovation but denies mass removal

San Francisco Board of Appeals · March 9, 2011
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Summary

Bethany United Methodist Church’s appeal to remove nine trees during a major renovation was narrowed: after expert testimony and planning staff review, the board granted removal of one tree (Tree #3 on Sanchez) with DPW‑approved replacement and otherwise upheld DPW’s denial to remove the rest at this time.

The Board of Appeals on March 9 approved removal of a single street tree (Tree #3 on Sanchez) for Bethany United Methodist Church’s ongoing renovation but denied the broader request to remove nine trees around the property.

The church sponsors presented two arborist reports and said the site has repeated sewer repairs, lifting sidewalks, and…

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