Oak Root Cutting for Front Entrance: 200 Degrees Intact

New entrance digging within 3 ft of 30" diameter oak 10 ft from house. 200° of root zone untouched. Asks stress reduction and wind stability.

Root Loss Impact

Cutting >1/3 roots causes canopy dieback on that side (remaining roots can't support full canopy). But 200° intact = only ~44% cut = moderate dieback likely, not death.

Wind Stability: Not Compromised

Remaining roots provide full structural support. Tree won't fall.

Protection During Construction

• Rope off root zone: zero traffic, no material storage.
• No soil added.
• Post-construction: fertilize 10-10-10 at 1 lb/inch diameter.
• Water 1" weekly (pan method).

Tree will show stress but survive. Monitor for hazard limbs later.