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1. If this building application is approved, it should only go ahead if the mature large tree is protected. There have been many large trees lost in recent years on that side of Blaxland Rd, due to the growing number of building developments. I have looked at that glorious tree for over 30 years from my house. It provides shade in the hot summer, and shelter for birds. It would be criminal to destroy that tree.

2. It is strongly recommended that the plans should include the planting of trees to add to the amenity and provide much needed refreshment to the atmosphere

3. I heartily agree with M.Kemp's comment . Every mature tree must be protected as so many are being destroyed to make way for buildings. We need to make every effort to save every tree possible to enhance the environment , refresh the atmosphere and provide habitat for fast disappearing birdlife..

4. I object to LDA2020/0219 as it is not in keeping with the character of the suburb. Unfortunately the landscaping plan is not available on the website to see which trees will be retained it any and future planting plans. However, the tree canopy in this area needs to be preserved and protected. So all the trees should be retained. There has already been too many old homes demolished, for which the gardens have been replaced with concrete driveways. This is destroying the suburb making it hotter and diminishing its appearance. It is also taking away vegetation for the wildlife's habitat. Enough is enough.

5. Just as I feared....today, we received a letter from council regarding this application, and the plans are showing removal of this beautiful Tallowood tree. See the links below:

   https://www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/files/assets/haveyoursay/documents/environment-and-planning/lets-plan-received-das/072020-lda20200219/arborist-report.pdf?streamfile=true

   https://www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/files/assets/haveyoursay/documents/environment-and-planning/lets-plan-received-das/072020-lda20200219/notification-plan.pdf?streamfile=true

   The most environmentally valuable tree on that block!! Please Ryde Council, show some respect for our environment and insist that this tree is retained.

6. I object to LDA2020/0219 if it is dependant upon removal of the large mature tree and its tree canopy. If the tree has to be removed, then this development should not proceed. We do not want Ryde to become another concrete jungle, as our trees and tree canopy coverage disappear, due to unacceptable overdevelopment on urban blocks, formerly occupied by a family home and garden, with its plants and trees.
   Tree canopy is important in helping to mitigate climate change, it provides essential habitat for our precious wildlife, and the tree canopy provides beneficial shade important in reducing the urban “heat island “effect.

7. Here is a photo of the doomed tree:

   https://drive.google.com/file/d/10oh_zAWjls-CcvjMMaRoY8-r9z6YwrXL/view?usp=drivesdk

8. This is a majestic tree worthy of inclusion on the Significant Tree Register held by Ryde Council. This tree is a timepiece and should be respected not destroyed. It gives to the public amenity with a comparable value of many thousands of dollars. Ryde Council quantified a monetary value of a similarly large gumtree in Stratford Avenue at over $300,000 value to the community.

   Ryde Council has tree protection rules in place that Council should insist the developer respect especially when the tree poses no danger but provides shelter and beauty and is native vegetation.

   Two similar developments in Ryedale Road (both duplexes) have tree protection orders on heavily cropped and misshapen trees: a Jacarandah and a crepe myrtle. Both are non native and poor specimens. Ryde Council's tree protection is inconsistent and shameful. Use the legislation!

9. I object to LDA2020/0219 if it means removal, significant pruning, or disturbance of the root system of the large mature tree on this site.
   If this development threatens the tree's survival, then it should not proceed.
   Trees of its size are critical in providing habitat for a range of mammals and birds, some of which depend upon there being trees over 50 years old. This tree is in a key ridge-top location, and therefore also serves as an important wildlife corridor link.
   The existing home has clearly stood the test of time in the vicinity of this tree and would be a valuable heritage to preserve; however, if this is not deemed feasible then any building development should be sympathetic to the location and existing green space.

10. I object to LDA2020/0219 on the grounds that insufficient value has been given to Tree #1 Eucalyptus microcorys, Tallowwood, Ref. Appendix F of the Aborist Report. It is sited as being in good health. Whilst new housing structures are a requirement in our urban environment their design should complement the existing arboreal culture. The building design in this development proposal has not even attempted to consider the value of the trees. I recommend the layout plan be modified so that tree # 1 be not only retained but be utilized as a valuable asset to the development. Why are landscape architects not a pre-requisite for developments in Ryde? Such professionals work with architects to enable humans to understand, appreciate, and benefit from existing landscapes on sites to be developed.

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