Does the tree have historic or sentimental value?
If the tree or the site was involved in an historic event that is of significance to local citizens, efforts should be made to retain the tree. If the tree was planted as a memorial, it may be undesirable or difficult to remove it. Protect Trees From Construction Damage Construction damage is one of the biggest killers of mature trees. Grade change involving soil fill or removal, soil compaction, root cutting, trunk wounds and changes in soil drainage patterns all harm existing trees.
