The tree is officially staying put. DS Homes confirmed the development plans are adjusted to protect the oak. We did it.
March 22, 2015
Final supporters
This petition is the work of concerned neighbors in North Arlington, VA who fear that the magnificent and irreplaceable oak tree on the corner of 27th St. N and Nottingham St. will be cut down when builder DS Homes tears down the existing house to redevelop the lot.
The tree is more than 200 years old, and is believed to be the largest Willdenow's Oak (a natural hybrid between a black oak and southern red oak) in Virginia—and one of the largest in the world. Local naturalists have examined it and found it to be in excellent health. It is on Arlington's list of "champion" trees and its acorns have been sent to the Smithsonian.
It is very close to street, outside the current fence line and potentially partially in the county right of way. Its position leaves plenty of room for a large house to be built on the lot without removing the tree.
In its long life, the tree has survived the widespread felling of Arlington’s trees during the Civil War and the neighborhood’s transformation from farms to a suburb dotted with neat rows of brick colonials, Cape Cods and ramblers.
Now, this petition asks DS Homes and Arlington County to ensure that the tree continues to survive when the property is redeveloped.
Updates
Reached 100 supporters
November 7, 2014
November 4, 2014
We are approaching one hundred signatures. Keep pushing so the builders see we are watching.
186 Comments
Think about how much more valuable the house will be with such a historic tree! The house should be a compliment to the tree and not detract or kill it. I wish there were more trees like this around here!
The roots of this monstrosity already extend well into those houses we can see in the background. Keep Grandpa oak living! Also, as a former tree worker, it's going to cost more than 15,000 to take that bad boy down. Maybe picking a new developing location would be more lucritive?
Protecting the tree during construction is vital. The tree will die if the builder covers the roots with fill dirt and especially if the dirt is packed which is common. Sadly, the tree will be endangered if the County puts in a sidewalk, too.
DS Homes can enhance its reputation by agreeing to protect this tree from being cut down or damaged by construction. A 200 year old oak has earned the right to be taken care of by Arlington.
Cutting down a 200-year-old tree that is thriving for the convenience of a builder is just wrong. It reminds of vandals cutting off pieces of Methuselah, the nearly 5,000-year-old Bristlecone Pine Tree in California.
Plans sent to the county on 01/29/15 will retain the oak.
As an Arlington resident, I'm proud to sign a petition to preserve our county's beautiful trees!
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The tree is officially staying put. DS Homes confirmed the development plans are adjusted to protect the oak. We did it.
March 22, 2015
Final supporters
This petition is the work of concerned neighbors in North Arlington, VA who fear that the magnificent and irreplaceable oak tree on the corner of 27th St. N and Nottingham St. will be cut down when builder DS Homes tears down the existing house to redevelop the lot.
The tree is more than 200 years old, and is believed to be the largest Willdenow's Oak (a natural hybrid between a black oak and southern red oak) in Virginia—and one of the largest in the world. Local naturalists have examined it and found it to be in excellent health. It is on Arlington's list of "champion" trees and its acorns have been sent to the Smithsonian.
It is very close to street, outside the current fence line and potentially partially in the county right of way. Its position leaves plenty of room for a large house to be built on the lot without removing the tree.
In its long life, the tree has survived the widespread felling of Arlington’s trees during the Civil War and the neighborhood’s transformation from farms to a suburb dotted with neat rows of brick colonials, Cape Cods and ramblers.
Now, this petition asks DS Homes and Arlington County to ensure that the tree continues to survive when the property is redeveloped.
Updates
Reached 100 supporters
November 7, 2014
November 4, 2014
We are approaching one hundred signatures. Keep pushing so the builders see we are watching.
186 Comments
Next door to me a brick house and 7 trees with a combined age of over 1,000 years were felled to build a monstrous house. For goodness sakes developers need to preserve as much of the natural habitat for the best interests of all people.
Think about how much more valuable the house will be with such a historic tree! The house should be a compliment to the tree and not detract or kill it. I wish there were more trees like this around here!
The roots of this monstrosity already extend well into those houses we can see in the background. Keep Grandpa oak living! Also, as a former tree worker, it's going to cost more than 15,000 to take that bad boy down. Maybe picking a new developing location would be more lucritive?
Protecting the tree during construction is vital. The tree will die if the builder covers the roots with fill dirt and especially if the dirt is packed which is common. Sadly, the tree will be endangered if the County puts in a sidewalk, too.
DS Homes can enhance its reputation by agreeing to protect this tree from being cut down or damaged by construction. A 200 year old oak has earned the right to be taken care of by Arlington.
Cutting down a 200-year-old tree that is thriving for the convenience of a builder is just wrong. It reminds of vandals cutting off pieces of Methuselah, the nearly 5,000-year-old Bristlecone Pine Tree in California.
Plans sent to the county on 01/29/15 will retain the oak.
As an Arlington resident, I'm proud to sign a petition to preserve our county's beautiful trees!
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Next door to me a brick house and 7 trees with a combined age of over 1,000 years were felled to build a monstrous house. For goodness sakes developers need to preserve as much of the natural habitat for the best interests of all people.