Tree preservation during land development

Preserving roots

Choosing strong trees without defects

Save strong and healthy trees
Do not save weak trees

Whats underground

Typical root system of trees
See: Locating major roots around site using air spade

Determining tree protection zone

Soil type
Water table
Age of tree

How to protect a tree

Wood fences
Orange plastic fence

Pre-construction strategies

Consolidate utilities into one trench
Surface management
See: Restrict access to defined paths
See: Irrigation

Hire a consultant

Consultant role during construction
See: How to hire an arborist