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Heritage Tree Removal Appeal - 2415 Benjamin Drive

Description

An appeal of staff's decision denying the removal of a 22-inch heritage podocarpus tree located near the property line.

Impact summary

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board denied it on Feb 11, 2026.

The appeal was denied, keeping the tree protected while allowing for potential root pruning to mitigate property impacts.

Applicant

Name
Harry Gordon / Jill Gordon
Address
2415 Benjamin Drive, Mountain View, CASee this on the map

At a glance

Hearings
1
Public comments
1
Total mentions
1

Last vote · Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

Denied4–0, unanimous

Last discussed Feb 11, 2026.

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