HomeMy WebLinkAboutPetraitis Restoration Plan - PLN General - 11/15/2017 Petraitis Restoration Plan
February 2007
J. 7 h urman-Williams
Mason Conservation District
Introduction:
This plan describes the actions needed to replace native vegetation that was removed within a Fish
and Wildlife Conservation Area(FWHCA)within the category IV wetland on the property where Jim
Petraitis resides (parcel 420087500051) located at 4031 W Dayton Airport RD, Shelton, Mason
County, Washington. Mr. Petraitis was found in violation of the Mason County Resource Ordinance
(17.01.110) on November 21, 2006 (Case ENF2006-00130). This plan is designed to fulfill the
"Restoration Plan"required by the Enforcement section of the resource ordinance(17.01.200 section
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Location:
The property is comprised of approximately 4.60 acres off of Dayton Airport Road, located in
Section 8, Township 20 North, Range 4 West of Mason County and is owned by James and Cindy
Petraitis. A category IV wetland was observed during a Pre-inspection by Mason County staff on
June 10, 2005 along the west boundary of the property.
Pre-disturbance Conditions:
The category IV wetland is 550 to 600 feet long(N-S) and about 30 to 40 feet wide(E-W) on this lot
and continuing into a category I wetland to the southeast. As stated by Mason County staff, the
category IV wetland vegetation was orchardgrass, reed canary grass, rushes and small willow.
Extent of Disturbance:
The resident, Jim Petraitis,removed all vegetation along the east side of the category IV wetland in
November 2006. The area disturbed is approximately 550 feet long by an average of 10 feet wide.
(See attached pictures and drawing.)
Soils:
Soils help determine the types of plants, drainage of the property, and other important characteristics
related to the landscape. The Petraits property is mapped as:
Grove gravelly sandy loam (Gh)
0 to 3 percent slopes
The Grove soils are excessively drained. The soil is strongly to medium acid and surface
runoff is very slow due to rapid permeability and the smooth topography.
Planting Plan:
No invasive weeds were observed while on site. Therefore, weed removal or control is not necessary
at this time.
Mr. Petraitis would like to enhance the area adjacent to the category IV wetland creating wildlife
habitat as well as a visual buffer. Due to the size and nature of the area to be restored, soils, the
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existing vegetation observed on site, the evidence of type of vegetation removed, and the proximity
of the site to a wetland: the following is recommended:
Western Red Cedars should be planted on 10 to 15 foot centers, followed by a mixture of shrubs (also
listed below)planted on 5 to 10 foot centers (see attached drawing).
Common Name Scientific Name Stock Qty Comments
Western red cedar Thu'a plicata Bareroot 50 10 - 15' centers
Red Osier Dogwood Cornus stolini era Bareroot 20 5 - 10' centers
Pacific Ninebark Physocarpus Bareroot 20 5 - 10' centers
ca itatus
Mock Orange Philadel hus lewisii Bareroot 120 5 - 10' centers
Planting Instructions:
When planting trees and shrubs, you should always dig the hole twice as wide
and just as deep as the root wad(Fig. 1). This is true for both bare rootstock
and container stock. Planting bare rootstock will facilitate digging smaller
holes. However, you will also need to make sure and not"j-root"the plants.
That is, let the roots clump together and all go to one side creating a"j".
Backfill the holes and make sure all the roots are covered with soil and there
are no large rocks or big air pockets in the hole that would enable roots to dry
out. Be sure and plant trees straight and not leaning one way or the other.
Once they are planted, mulch each plant and water immediately, being sure to
Figure soak the entire root zone(Fig. 2).
When planting trees,plant at 10 foot spacing. When planting shrubs, plant at
3 to 5 foot spacing, depending on the desired density when full grown. If you
are trying to form a hedge, you can plant shrubs even closer together. If you
are trying to plant trees and shrubs in the same area, plant the trees at the 10
foot spacing and interplant between them with shrubs at the 3 to 5 foot
spacing. Follow with groundcovers the subsequent planting season—as most
understory species will require more shade than first year seedlings can
provide.
Figure 2
Schedule
Planting should take place during plant dormancy—generally between February and April. It is
advisable to plant the trees and shrubs first, and then follow with the groundcovers the following
year. The initial planting should commence in winter of 2007, with subsequent plantings being
installed the following year in winter of 2008.
Maintenance:
Once planted, plants should be watered at least through the first two summers to ensure maximum
survival. After the first two years, plants that did not survive can be replaced with new plants.
Monitoring
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According to Mason County Code Section 17.01.200 12, Mr. Petraitis must monitor the project for
three years after it is completed. As mentioned in the planting plan section,monitoring should
happen annually and according to Section 17.01.20012 should include i) condition of newly
introduced plants; ii) condition of open water areas or other water features; iii)use of the site by fish
and wildlife; iv)disturbances or alterations and their affects on the restoration(i.e. introduction of
exotic or noxious species); and v) any corrective measures necessary to ensure the success of the
restoration(i.e. replacing plants that do not survive). This information will be provided to the
Director of the Mason County Department of Community Development on an annual basis.
Comments:
Bareroot stock(plants not in containers and have no soil around the roots) are recommended as
they are typically less expensive and easier to plant. Plants that are one to two years old will
transplant well. When planting bareroot trees,be sure not to let the roots dry out during planting.
Usually keeping the roots in a bucket covered with either soil or water will work well.
Plant only when plants are dormant and the soil will remain moist(i.e. February through April).
The planting of additional native species that are not listed is completely appropriate. The plants
listed were chosen for their ability to stabilize banks, conserve water, and their benefit to fish and
wildlife. In addition, if other species (i.e. sword fern, etc.) are desired for aesthetics (in addition
to those planted per this plan), this plan supports the supplementation of those plants as well -
with the exclusion of those plants listed on the Washington State Noxious Weed List(enclosed)
or those that are considered invasive.
s Mason Conservation District can offer technical assistance in obtaining plants, proper planting
methods, maintenance, and monitoring if you so wish.
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