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12 LANDSCAPE DESIGN
<br /> 1 . The landscape plan is prepared and certified by a licensed landscape architect .
<br /> 2 . The landscape plan includes a comprehensive site analysis documenting existing drainage patterns ,
<br /> including wetlands , floodplains , and hydric soils ; and existing natural and cultural features , including forest
<br /> lands , natural areas , and wildlife habitats , steep slopes , geologic features , archaeological sites , and
<br /> historic sites and structures .
<br /> 3 . The landscape plan shows the layout of the entire project , including its relationship to surrounding
<br /> properties and the manner in which it adheres to the schematic plans , performance standards , and design
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<br /> Note : No site, building or structure may be occupied for the use until all aspects of the landscape plan have been carried
<br /> out or a performance bond, letter of credit or other guarantee of improvements has been provided to Orange County.
<br /> Preservation of Existing Features :
<br /> 1 . Natural features such as streams and ponds , hillsides , rock formations , unique vegetation and natural
<br /> areas , wildlife habitats , and other similar features are incorporated into the overall development concept ,
<br /> 2 . Existing rivers , streams , and ponds and their drainage areas are protected and used to create a network
<br /> of open space , accommodate the natural flow of water , serve as utility easement , and buffer more
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<br /> intensive nonresidential uses from neighboring residential areas .
<br /> 3 . Property contains perennial and intermittent streams or major drainage swales , has a minimum 50400t
<br /> wide stream corridor designated along both sides of the water feature .
<br /> 4 . If stream corridors are required , they must to be expanded to include steep slopes , floodplains , wetlands ,
<br /> and natural areas as identified in the OC Inventory of Natural Areas and Wildlife Habitats .
<br /> 5 . The landscape plan designates the removal of any groundcover and trees within the designated open
<br /> space areas .
<br /> 6 . Building sites , parking areas , and other uses are situated in such a way as to protect existing tree stock
<br /> having a diameter of one -foot or greater when measured four and a half feet above ground level .
<br /> 7 . Trees to be saved are noted on the landscape plan and appropriate measures are outlined to protect the
<br /> tree stock from damage during construction , including no grading within dri line .
<br /> 8 . Where possible , trees are protected in stands or clusters .
<br /> 9 . The siting of buildings takes advantage of scenic views .
<br /> 10 . The site organization considers the impact of new structures on views from off- site .
<br /> 11 . Access to views is preserved for adjacent property owners and passing motorists .
<br /> 12 . Scenic views and visual elements are within the visual corridor identified and preserved where possible .
<br /> Buffering Neighboring Uses :
<br /> 1 . A buffer of 100 - feet in width (except as otherwise provided ) is required at the boundary of the EDD and
<br /> 100 ' alonq roadway corridor Old 86 and New 86 except 50 ' at Linear Office
<br /> 2 . A buffer of 100 -feet is required adjacent to the right- of-way of interstate highways .
<br /> 3 . Screening between adjacent land uses shall be provided in accordance with the attached Schedule of
<br /> Land Use Buffers whether internal or external to the project ,
<br /> 4 . Buffers may consist of existing wooded areas . If existing vegetation is not sufficient for screening , a
<br /> planted buffer shall be augmented and interspersed , consisting of 50 - 75 % evergreen trees reaching a
<br /> minimum mature height of 30 -feet .
<br /> 5 . Trees with a caliper of 6 " - 12 " should be considered for preservation .
<br /> 6 . No grading for building or parking shall encroach upon required buffer .
<br /> 7 . In the LO district , the buffer may be limited to 50 .
<br /> 8 . Landscape buffer widths may be reduced if the buffer material is adequate to provide additional
<br /> screening .
<br /> 9 . Decorative walls may be used to augment required landscaping for buffer reduction .
<br /> 10 . Access drives , utilities , and pedestrian paths are permitted within the required buffers .
<br /> 11 . No land disturbances for buildings , parking , or storage , drainage , etc . are permitted within a required
<br /> buffer.
<br /> 12 . Access and utility crossings are to be made perpendicular to the length of the buffer .
<br /> 13 . Limited breaks in required interstate buffers may be allowed if they are well designed and provide a scenic
<br /> vista or landscaped area . No more than one break per lot shall be permitted , and the break shall
<br /> constitute no more than 25 % of the interstate frontage .
<br /> Landscaped Parking Areas :
<br /> 1 . When parking lots abut a public or private right - of-way or easement , a 35400t landscape area is required ,
<br /> except as otherwise specified .
<br /> 2 . Landscaping islands having a minimum area of 1000 sq . ft . (vary by size tree ) shall be provided at a
<br /> minimum intervals of every 10 parking spaces and at the ends of all rows of parking .
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