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024 <br /> (2) A vegetation plan. The vegetation plan shall include a <br /> minimum of at least two native hardwood tree species planted at a <br /> density sufficient to provide 320 trees per acre at maturity. <br /> (3) A grading plan. The site shall be graded in a manner to ensure <br /> diffuse flow through the riparian buffer. <br /> (4) A fertilization plan. <br /> (5) A schedule for implementation. <br /> e) Within one year after the County has approved the restoration or <br /> enhancement plan,the applicant shall present proof to the County that the <br /> riparian buffer has been restored or enhanced. If proof is not presented <br /> within this timeframe,then the person shall be in violation of the State's or <br /> the delegated local authority's riparian buffer protection program. <br /> f) The mitigation area shall be placed under a perpetual conservation <br /> easement that will provide for protection of the property's nutrient removal <br /> functions. <br /> g) The applicant shall submit annual reports for a period of five years <br /> after the restoration or enhancement showing that the trees planted have <br /> survived and that diffuse flow through the riparian buffer has been <br /> maintained. The applicant shall replace trees that do not survive and <br /> restore diffuse flow if needed during that five-year period. <br /> H. Requirements Specific to Forest Harvesting <br /> The following requirements shall apply for forest harvesting operations and practices. <br /> 1. The following measures shall apply in the entire riparian buffer: <br /> a) Logging decks and sawmill sites shall not be placed in the riparian <br /> buffer. <br /> b) Access roads and skid trails shall be prohibited except for temporary <br /> and permanent stream crossings established in accordance with 15A <br /> NCAC l I .0203. Temporary stream crossings shall be permanently <br /> stabilized after any site disturbing activity is completed. <br /> c) Timber felling shall be directed away from the stream or water body. <br /> d) Skidding shall be directed away from the stream or water body and <br /> shall be done in a manner that minimizes soil disturbance and prevents the <br /> creation of channels or ruts. <br /> e) Individual trees may be treated to maintain or improve their health, <br /> form or vigor. <br /> f) Harvesting of dead or infected trees or application of pesticides <br /> necessary to prevent or control extensive tree pest and disease infestation <br /> shall be allowed. These practices must be approved by the Division of <br /> Forest Resources for a specific site. The Division of Forest Resources <br /> must notify the Division of all approvals. <br /> g) Removal of individual trees that are in danger of causing damage to <br /> structures or human life shall be allowed. <br /> h) Natural regeneration of forest vegetation and planting of trees, shrubs, <br /> or ground cover plants to enhance the riparian buffer shall be allowed <br /> 18 <br />