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The document outlines the Functional Replacement Method for assessing and replacing trees, detailing a structured approach to evaluate the condition, functional limitations, and costs associated with replacing a subject tree. It includes sections for recording client information, tree specifications, calculations for replacement costs, and additional expenses related to nursery tree installation and aftercare.

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How much are trees worth on your property?

Did you know that tree in your backyard could be worth a lot of money? Mature trees can have an average appraised value of between $1,000 to $10,000, depending on the species and size.

What is the trunk formula technique?

One technique outlined in the Guide is the Trunk Formula Technique (TFT), which appraises larger trees in the landscape within the cost approach. This technique extrapolates the costs to purchase the largest, commonly available nursery plant to the size of the appraised plant.

What are functional limitations in tree appraisal?

Functional limitations Professional appraisers will investigate any genetic limitations related to the genus and species itself. These include naturally poor branch systems, susceptibility to pests, or invasive tendencies as examples that would depreciate a trees value.

How to appraise a tree?

The four major elements involved in properly assessing the value of a tree are size, species, condition and location. A thorough understanding of each is imperative; otherwise, the appraisal will lack credibility and significance for the case.

How do you estimate the value of a tree?

The formula is: Tree Value = Base Value x Cross-sectional Area x Species Class x Condition Class x Location Class Base Value is the dollar amount assigned to 1 square inch of a trees trunk cross-sectional area and is typically based on the cost of the largest available replacement plant of the same species.

What are the methods of tree appraisal?

There are three stated methods used to appraise trees and landscapes published in The Guide for Plant Appraisal, 10th Edition, authored by the Council of Tree and Landscape Appraisers (CTLA), published by the International Society of Arboriculture. These are Cost Approach, Income Approach and Sales Comparison Approach.

How to tell if a tree is worth money?

You are going to need to get a tree appraiser to assess and value the tree. The appraisal process can take some time, but it will go quicker if you happen to have pictures of the tree before it was damaged. Typically a tree appraiser is a consulting arborist as well, so you wont need to have 3 people all at once.

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