The city finally fined the developer for destroying that Douglas Fir and confirmed new protections for the neighborhood. We forced them to admit this act of vandalism was unacceptable and they cannot hide behind excuses anymore. Keep your eyes on this site because we are watching to ensure they never …
October 2, 2018
SEEKING JUSTICE FOR A MAJESTIC TREE intentionally killed by the developer and builder of 2660 Trinity Street
Final supporters
Located
in the backyard of 2660 Trinity Street, a beautiful Douglas Fir tree
native to the West Coast stood tall for more than 65 years before being
violently cut down in a few hours on Friday, July 20, 2018. This
tree was one of three planted many years ago by very proud parents
wishing to commemorate the births of their children. The landmark tree
was not only an eagle habitat
but also offered protection and sustenance to other wildlife. Residents
close by benefitted from its cooling shade during the hot summer
months.
The City of Vancouver Building and Landscape Departments granted the current developer of 2660 Trinity St. relaxations to the Vancouver Building By-law to retain and protect this healthy tree during construction. The developer’s intent to get rid of this tree since the beginning has been well-documented.
There are effective means to ensure that the foundation design does not interfere with the associated root systems of trees, such as helical pile systems. However, the developer did not employ such a system and excavated the area adjacent to the tree for a laneway house. This deep excavation further damaged the root system, destabilizing the tree and necessitating its removal due to safety concerns.
Residents of Trinity Street
and the Burrardview/Hastings-Sunrise community are outraged at the death
of this tree and its removal.
We, the undersigned, are concerned citizens who urge the City of Vancouver to act now to impose stiff penalties against the developer and builder, for intentionally killing a majestic Douglas Fir tree.
*We would appreciate your postal code in the Comments section, to indicate the concentration of concerned residents in the Burrardview/Hastings-Sunrise community and across Vancouver. Thank you!
Note: To see the tree as it stood before it was killed, visit this Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/5JysAE2gxG82
Updates
August 9, 2018
The developer at 2660 Trinity Street thought they could kill a sixty-five-year-old landmark and walk away without anyone noticing. We are keeping the pressure on the City to explain why they allowed this destruction despite their own rules.
Reached 100 supporters
August 9, 2018
123 Comments
Danny shame on you!!!! I cry bull crap that it was an accident and will not let this go away. I will obtain a lawyer and see that my fsmily’s Heritage is protected. What about the mulberry tree that was also in the yard that dissapeared which only 5 existed in BC?
Terrible but not unexpected behaviour from a developer. The city must employ measures to deter such disrespect for heritage trees and wildlife. Perhaps an ongoing property tax penalty for as long as the age of the tree on top of a fine? That should impact the saleability and profits and reflect the loss of the tree
Very sad loss for our neighbourhood! City must apply penalties to offenders or urban wildlife/vulnerable or endangered species suffer habitat loss, esp. in part of the City with less park/green space protection than other zones. V5K 1E4
This has happened next door to our house as well and although I kept calling them, they refused to come out and stop the destruction. City needs to get tough about maintaining heritage trees.
I called the city months in advance of the house demolition to prevent this action from taking place. I was told that the tree was now flagged as a heritage tree, by those I spoke with at the City planning centre, yet still the tree was removed. I'm very disappointed in the city for allowing the final permit and not protecting the tree.
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The city finally fined the developer for destroying that Douglas Fir and confirmed new protections for the neighborhood. We forced them to admit this act of vandalism was unacceptable and they cannot hide behind excuses anymore. Keep your eyes on this site because we are watching to ensure they never …
October 2, 2018
SEEKING JUSTICE FOR A MAJESTIC TREE intentionally killed by the developer and builder of 2660 Trinity Street
Final supporters
Located
in the backyard of 2660 Trinity Street, a beautiful Douglas Fir tree
native to the West Coast stood tall for more than 65 years before being
violently cut down in a few hours on Friday, July 20, 2018. This
tree was one of three planted many years ago by very proud parents
wishing to commemorate the births of their children. The landmark tree
was not only an eagle habitat
but also offered protection and sustenance to other wildlife. Residents
close by benefitted from its cooling shade during the hot summer
months.
The City of Vancouver Building and Landscape Departments granted the current developer of 2660 Trinity St. relaxations to the Vancouver Building By-law to retain and protect this healthy tree during construction. The developer’s intent to get rid of this tree since the beginning has been well-documented.
There are effective means to ensure that the foundation design does not interfere with the associated root systems of trees, such as helical pile systems. However, the developer did not employ such a system and excavated the area adjacent to the tree for a laneway house. This deep excavation further damaged the root system, destabilizing the tree and necessitating its removal due to safety concerns.
Residents of Trinity Street
and the Burrardview/Hastings-Sunrise community are outraged at the death
of this tree and its removal.
We, the undersigned, are concerned citizens who urge the City of Vancouver to act now to impose stiff penalties against the developer and builder, for intentionally killing a majestic Douglas Fir tree.
*We would appreciate your postal code in the Comments section, to indicate the concentration of concerned residents in the Burrardview/Hastings-Sunrise community and across Vancouver. Thank you!
Note: To see the tree as it stood before it was killed, visit this Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/5JysAE2gxG82
Updates
August 9, 2018
The developer at 2660 Trinity Street thought they could kill a sixty-five-year-old landmark and walk away without anyone noticing. We are keeping the pressure on the City to explain why they allowed this destruction despite their own rules.
Reached 100 supporters
August 9, 2018
123 Comments
Was my Home for 60yrs.....If I had known the New owners would have done this kind of ...Damage and Displaced my beloved Eagles... IWould have never Sold it to Him. As Well the City of Vancouver Should never have let that Happen. Makes me Angry and Very Very Sad.
Danny shame on you!!!! I cry bull crap that it was an accident and will not let this go away. I will obtain a lawyer and see that my fsmily’s Heritage is protected. What about the mulberry tree that was also in the yard that dissapeared which only 5 existed in BC?
Terrible but not unexpected behaviour from a developer. The city must employ measures to deter such disrespect for heritage trees and wildlife. Perhaps an ongoing property tax penalty for as long as the age of the tree on top of a fine? That should impact the saleability and profits and reflect the loss of the tree
Very sad loss for our neighbourhood! City must apply penalties to offenders or urban wildlife/vulnerable or endangered species suffer habitat loss, esp. in part of the City with less park/green space protection than other zones. V5K 1E4
This has happened next door to our house as well and although I kept calling them, they refused to come out and stop the destruction. City needs to get tough about maintaining heritage trees.
I called the city months in advance of the house demolition to prevent this action from taking place. I was told that the tree was now flagged as a heritage tree, by those I spoke with at the City planning centre, yet still the tree was removed. I'm very disappointed in the city for allowing the final permit and not protecting the tree.
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Was my Home for 60yrs.....If I had known the New owners would have done this kind of ...Damage and Displaced my beloved Eagles... IWould have never Sold it to Him. As Well the City of Vancouver Should never have let that Happen. Makes me Angry and Very Very Sad.