TREE REMOVAL: The trees to be removed shall be selectively marked or flagged in the field by NCDOT personnel. To insure that the correct tree has been identified it is highly recommended that the Contractor contact the NCDOT contact person prior to removal of tree(s). All trees removed shall be cut flush with the adjacent ground level unless otherwise directed by the Engineer. The Contractor shall conduct his operation in such a manner to prevent injury to trees, shrubs such as landscaping and ornamental plantings, grass or other types of vegetation that are to remain, and also to prevent damage to adjacent property. When such damage/injury to trees or shrubs does occur, broken branches shall be removed and rough edges of scarred areas shaped and made smooth in accordance with generally accepted horticultural practice(s). Any plant(s) that are damaged to such an extent as to reduce their value for landscaping purposes shall be cut and disposed of, or shall be replaced as necessary by the Contractor at no cost to the Department when so directed by the Engineer. The option to cut/dispose of, or replace vegetation, shall be made by the Engineer. The selective removal operation shall include but is not limited to, felling the tree, delimbing the tree and disposal of all pieces/parts, unless otherwise directed by the Engineer...
